Comparing the Renault Duster and the Mahindra XEV 9e side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Renault Duster is available at ₹999,900, while the Mahindra XEV 9e is priced at ₹2,149,000. On the engine front, the Renault Duster comes with a 1498 cc / 1330 cc unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9e's N/A (Electric), producing 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) 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 | — | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1498 cc / 1330 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD (top) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Petrol Turbo / 1.3L Turbo | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / CVT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 15.06 kmpl (est.) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 210 Nm (1.5L) / 250 Nm (1.3L Turbo) | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 59 kWh / 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) |
| Range | — | 656 km (79 kWh - ARAI) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 478 Litres | 663 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1190 kg | 2200 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4340 mm / 1804 mm / 1624 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2673 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.1-inch Digital Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (large) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C + V2L |
| Voice Command | — | 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 Headlamps | LED Matrix 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 | 215/60 R17 | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 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 | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteSunset RedMoonlight SilverRiver BlueMountain Jade GreenStealth Black | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
