Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Kia Carens Clavis EV 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 EV is priced at ₹2,055,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis EV's N/A (Electric), producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) 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) | IP67 Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 79 kWh | 51.4 kWh / 65 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8-10 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 175 kW DC | Yes - CCS2 DC Fast Charging (100 kW) |
| Range | 600+ km (est.) | 473 km (ARAI - 65 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - Paddle Shifter-based |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 300 Litres (3rd row up) | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1750 kg (est.) |
| 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 Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 10.25-inch Touchscreen 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 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 PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
