Comparing the Renault Kwid 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 Kwid is available at ₹466,000, while the Mahindra XEV 9e is priced at ₹2,149,000. On the engine front, the Renault Kwid comes with a 799 cc / 999 cc unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9e's N/A (Electric), producing 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) 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 | 799 cc / 999 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Electric |
| Torque | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT) | 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 | 279 Litres | 663 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 184 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 710 kg | 2200 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (large) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C + V2L |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (top) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 7 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 (top) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
