Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 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 Ioniq 5 is priced at ₹4,399,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai Ioniq 5's N/A (Electric), producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 215 bhp (RWD) / 314 bhp (AWD) 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) | 72.6 kWh NMC Lithium-Ion (800V architecture) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (RWD or AWD) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 215 bhp (RWD) / 314 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 350 Nm (RWD) / 605 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 79 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) | DC Fast (800V): 18 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 175 kW DC | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) |
| Range | 600+ km (est.) | 631 km (RWD - WLTP) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - i-Pedal One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 300 Litres (3rd row up) | 527 Litres + 57 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2630 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 2100 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 4635 mm / 1890 mm / 1605 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 3000 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 12.3-inch Full Digital Cluster (dual screen) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - HDA2 Highway Drive Assist (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Key + Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | Yes - Individual |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - Sliding Rear Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Eco-Suede / Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Glass Panel Roof (Fixed) |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes - USB-C + V2L (3.6 kW) |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Bluelink |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (Parametric Pixels) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Surround View |
| 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 | Gravity Gold MatteAtlas WhiteCyber GreyLucid BlueDigital Teal GreenMystic Olive GreenEcotronic Gray PearlMeta BlueAbyss BlackUltimate Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
