Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Kia Carens Clavis 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 Kia Carens Clavis is priced at ₹1,398,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) 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) | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | — | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
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) | 216 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2780 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 Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Smart Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes |
| 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 | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| 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 | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GrayIvory Silver GlossImperial BluePewter Olive |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
