Comparing the Mercedes-Benz EQS and the Mahindra XEV 9S side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz EQS is available at ₹15,299,000, while the Mahindra XEV 9S is priced at ₹1,899,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz EQS comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9S's N/A (Electric), producing 328 bhp (EQS 450+) / 523 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC) and 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) 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 | 107.8 kWh NMC Lithium-Ion | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (RWD or AWD) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed |
| Power | 328 bhp (EQS 450+) / 523 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC) | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 568 Nm (450+) / 855 Nm (580) | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 107.8 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~31 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (200 kW) | Yes - 175 kW DC |
| Range | 770 km - WLTP (EQS 450+) | 600+ km (est.) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - One-Pedal Drive | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 610 Litres | 300 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 2900 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 107 mm | 207 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2585 kg | 2300 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5216 mm / 1926 mm / 1512 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electric, rear-axle steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Augmented Reality HMI | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | MBUX Hyperscreen (3-screen 141 cm curved array) | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DRIVE PILOT L3 + DISTRONIC | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Multicontour + Massage) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 12.8-inch MBUX Hyperscreen + Passenger Screen | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 4-Zone | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Burmester 3D 15-Speaker / 40-Speaker Dolby Atmos | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Yes - V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | 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 | Digital Light LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/40 R21 (front) / 295/35 R21 (rear) | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP 9.1 + AIRMATIC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Graphite GreyObsidian BlackOpalith White | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
