New Mahindra XUV 7XO vs XEV 9S – ICE or Electric?

Mahindra has been launching SUVs left and right with equal focus on traditional ICE and new-age electric vehicles in the last couple of years

In this post, we compare the new Mahindra XUV 7XO and the Mahindra XEV 9S on the basis of specs, features, price, etc. Note that these two are large SUVs from the Indian auto giant, albeit with diverse powertrains. The new XUV 7XO is the facelift iteration of the erstwhile XUV700. It comes with tons of new-age amenities, including new features and design. On the other hand, the XEV 9S is a three-row electric SUV with all the bells and whistles. Let us compare the two thoroughly.

Mahindra XUV 7XO vs XEV 9S – Price

Let us commence this comparison with the pricing details of the two SUVs. The new Mahindra XUV 7XO starts at Rs 13.66 lakh and goes up to Rs 26.56 lakh, ex-showroom. Note that these are introductory prices valid for the first 40,000 customers. On the other hand, the Mahindra XEV 9S retails between Rs 19.95 lakh and Rs 29.45 lakh, ex-showroom. Clearly, the electric SUV is more expensive.

Mahindra XUV 7XO vs XEV 9S – Specs

The Mahindra XUV 7XO comes with two engine options. The first one is a 2.0-litre mStallion turbo petrol motor. It makes 200 hp and 380 Nm torque. The second choice is a 2.2-litre turbo diesel unit. It is available in two tunes. One version produces 155 hp and 360 Nm. The other version puts out 185 hp and 420 Nm, increasing to 450 Nm with the automatic transmission. Both motors are available with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic. Mahindra states a 0-60 km/h run in less than 5 seconds. During our testing, the SUV clocked 0-100 km/h in only 10 seconds. This feels quick for a big SUV. It also gets several drive modes – Zip, Zap, Zoom and a custom setting. Buyers may also choose an all-wheel-drive system. Another highlight is the debut of Mahindra’s DAVINCI suspension.

On the other hand, Mahindra XEV 9S comes with three battery choices – 59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh, offering a stated MIDC range of 521 km, 600 km and 679 km, in that order. Every version sends power to the rear wheels but has different outputs, making 170 kW (231 PS), 180 kW (245 PS) and 210 kW (285 PS), while torque stays fixed at 380 Nm. With a 180 kW DC fast charger, the 70 kWh and 79 kWh batteries charge from 20% to 80% in 20 minutes, while the 59 kWh unit does this using a 140 kW charger. In top trim, the XEV 9S accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7 seconds and hits a top speed of 202 km/h.

Mahindra XUV 7XO vs XEV 9S – Features and Safety

This is one aspect which has become immensely relevant in the last few years. New-age car buyers want the absolute top-notch amenities in their vehicles. Hence, carmakers often equip their new models with all the bells and whistles. Firstly, let us check out the kind of functionalities the new XUV 7XO comes with:

• First-in-segment Coast to Coast 3×12.3-inch HD Touchscreens
• ADRENOX+ powered by Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155P Chipset
• 16 Speaker Harman Kardon Audio with 3D Surround Sound & VenueScapes Live
• Dolby Vision & Atmos
• Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) with Theatre Mode
• Alexa Built-in with ChatGPT Integration
• Outside Rear-View Mirror Tilt on Reverse
• 93 Adrenox Connected Car App Features
• Carbon Filter with VR LED & AQI display
• 6-way Powered Driver Seat with Memory & Welcome Retract
• 6-way Powered Co-driver Seat with 4-way Electric Boss Mode
• First-in-segment Front & Rear Ventilated Seats
• Comfort Seats with High-Density Foam with Plush Pads
• Best-in-segment Multi-zone Ambient Light
• Soft Touch Leatherette IP & Seats
• Front & Rear Wireless Charger with Active Cooling
• Intelli Command Centre
• Dual Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control with Quiet mode
• Acoustic Solar Windscreen
• Retractable Rear Sunshades
• Over 120 safety features & 75 Safety Features as Standard (6-Airbags, ESP with EBD, Hill Descent Control, etc.)
• Level-2 ADAS with Sense+ (17 ADAS functions)
• ADAS Visualization
• 540-degree Surround View Camera
• Engineered for 5-star Bharat NCAP Rating
• 7 Airbags with Curtain Airbags Extending till 3rd Row
• Driver Drowsiness Alert
• Frameless Electrochromic IRVM and Memory
• Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold
• Digital Video Recording
• Auto-Booster Headlamps with High Beam Assist
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring with Learning

Similarly, the Mahindra XEV 9S is also a feature-laden product. Some of its top attractions include:

• Coast-to-Coast Triple Super Screens (3 x 12.3-inch)
• Qualcomm 8295 Snapdragon Chipset with 24 GB RAM & 128 GB Storage
• Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• Dual Wireless Charging (Front and Rear)
• Superfast 5G Connectivity
• VisionX (ARHUD)
• Eyedentity – DOMS
• Secure360 – Live view & recording
• AutoPark Assist
• 6-way Adjustable Powered Co-Driver Seat with power boss mode
• Ventilated 2nd Row Seats
• Advanced Air Filtration with AQI display
• 7 Airbags (6 Airbags + Driver Knee Airbag)
• Level 2+ ADAS with 5 Radars and 1 Vision Camera
• LightMeUp – Ambient lighting with 16 million colours – integrated in Interiors & Skyroof
• ORVM Auto Tilt on Reverse
• Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
• NFC Key (Phone & Key card)
• 16 Speaker Harman/Kardon Audio with Dolby Atmos
• Leatherette Seat Upholstery and Steering Wheel
• Soft Leatherette-wrapped Interior trims
• Brake-by-Wire Tech
• TPMS with Individual Tyre Pressure Display
• Driver Drowsiness Detection
• Spacious Frunk (150L) & Trunk (upto 527L)
• FATC with Rear AC Vents
• Smart climate control – PawPal (Pet mode), Keep Mode, and CampMe (Camp mode)
• Laminated Door Glass
• 65 W Type C Fast Charging Ports for Front & Rear
• 60:40 Split in 2nd Row Seats with Multi-Step Recline
• Height Adjustable Driver Seat & Seat Belt
• 2nd Row Snack tray (behind co-driver seat)

My View

Now, choosing between these two compelling Mahindra SUVs is a matter of preference and budget. If you wish to purchase an EV with a three-row configuration and the latest tech-savvy cabin, the XEV 9S should do the trick. It is among the best in its class. On the other hand, if you want a three-row SUV with traditional powertrains, the XUV 7XO makes sense. In any case, the best plan is to experience the two in the showrooms and drive them on the roads to make up your mind.

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