Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Renault Kwid 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 Renault Kwid is priced at ₹466,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Renault Kwid's 799 cc / 999 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) 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) | 799 cc / 999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 28 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | — | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
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) | 279 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 184 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 710 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2422 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (top) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
