Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the BYD Atto 3 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 BYD Atto 3 is priced at ₹2,499,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BYD Atto 3's N/A (Electric), producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 201 bhp respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) | Blade LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 201 bhp |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 310 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 79 kWh | 60.48 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) | DC Fast: ~50 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 175 kW DC | Yes - CCS2 DC (80 kW) |
| Range | 600+ km (est.) | 521 km - ARAI |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - i-Pedal |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 300 Litres (3rd row up) | 440 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2230 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 175 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1750 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 4455 mm / 1875 mm / 1615 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2720 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 12.8-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - NFC Key Card + App |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BYD AI Voice |
| 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 | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + TCS |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Ski WhiteHarbour GreySurf BlueCosmos Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
