Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm 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) | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | — | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | 5-Speed Manual |
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) | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
