Overview
- Mahindra officially confirmed the production name XEV 9S and its global premiere at the Scream Electric event in Bengaluru on November 27.
- The XEV 9S is a born‑electric, three‑row model on the INGLO skateboard platform, targeting a flat‑floor cabin and flexible seating.
- Design and interior details will be revealed at the event, with reports pointing to a tri‑screen dashboard, panoramic sunroof and Level‑2 ADAS.
- Multiple outlets report expected 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery options, a claimed range in the 500 km‑plus band on the larger pack and a possible dual‑motor AWD variant, though specifications are not yet confirmed.
- November brings a broader launch wave in India with the Hyundai Venue on November 4 and Tata Sierra on November 25, while Maruti Suzuki’s e‑Vitara is reported in production with a December domestic debut expected.