Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Skoda Kylaq 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 Skoda Kylaq is priced at ₹899,900. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Skoda Kylaq's 999 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm 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) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed DSG (Automatic) |
| Mileage | — | 21.79 kmpl (MT) / 19.14 kmpl (DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 178 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
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) | 446 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1600 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 189 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1105 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 4089 mm / 1783 mm / 1619 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2566 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes (top) |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 10.1-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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 215/55 R16 (base) / 215/50 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 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 - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° (top) |
| 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 | Candy WhiteBrilliant SilverBrilliant BlueCarbon SteelTornado RedDeep Black Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
