Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the Tata Punch 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 Tata Punch is priced at ₹564,990. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Tata Punch's 1199 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 87.8 PS @ 6000 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) | 12V Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free starter unit |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.2L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| Mileage | — | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| 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) | 366 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1440 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 193 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 3876, 1742, 1615 |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2445 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking with flip key or wearable smart key configurations |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Fully Automatic Climate Control with 'Xpress Cool' function |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 4-inch LCD digital driver display cluster up to a 7-inch semi-digital color TFT console on top tiers |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Available standard on mid-to-high trims |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 7-inch or an upgraded premium 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Passive smart key proximity sensor with Engine |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down toggle switch |
| Push Start | Yes | Start/Stop push button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Premium fabric seats matching variant-specific interior persona layouts |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 6-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Primary Type-A media port along with a 12V auxiliary outlet, while the rear console features a high-output fast-charging USB Type-C port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard front and rear bumpers accented with Granite Black rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED side indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear Windscreen Smart Wiper, Wash, and Defogger layout equipped |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps with signature geometric styling lines |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard outboard rear seat provisions included |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyBengal RougeCoorg CloudsCaramelCyantafic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
