Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the BMW Z4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra XEV 9S is available at ₹1,899,000, while the BMW Z4 is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW Z4's 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i), producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 11 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 79 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 175 kW DC | — |
| Range | 600+ km (est.) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 300 Litres (3rd row up) | 281 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 132 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 2 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2470 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | N/A (2-seater) |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Roadster) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS (M40i) |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
