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Mahindra XEV 9S Launches From ₹19.95 Lakh as India’s First Mass‑Market 7‑Seater EV

Built on the INGLO platform, the three-row EV adds a new 70 kWh battery option with test drives beginning in December.

Overview

  • The six‑variant lineup is priced at ₹19.95–29.45 lakh (ex‑showroom), undercutting the XEV 9e’s base price by about ₹1.95 lakh.
  • Three LFP battery choices are offered at 59, 70 and 79 kWh with single‑motor outputs of 228, 241 and 282 bhp respectively, all rated at 380 Nm.
  • Mahindra cites a 0–100 km/h time of around 7 seconds for quicker variants and DC fast charging from 20% to 80% in roughly 20 minutes on suitable chargers.
  • A family‑focused cabin features a coast‑to‑coast triple‑screen dashboard plus second‑row screens, an openable panoramic sunroof, Harman Kardon audio, a 150‑litre frunk and up to 527 litres of boot space with the third row folded.
  • Safety and driver‑assist tech includes up to seven airbags, Level 2 to Level 2+ ADAS with multi‑radar and camera setups, Secure360 live‑view monitoring and a lifetime battery warranty, with bookings opening January 14 and deliveries from January 23, 2026.