Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Kia Carnival 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 Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 197 bhp @ 3800 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) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
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) | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | 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 - 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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
