????Mahindra XEV 9e: Redefining Luxury and Performance in the Electric SUV Segment ⚡
Mahindra & Mahindra has introduced the XEV 9e, a premium electric SUV that marks a significant advancement in the company's electric vehicle lineup. ???? Launched in November 2024, the XEV 9e is built on Mahindra's dedicated electric platform, INGLO, and is available at an introductory price starting at ₹21.90 lakh (ex-showroom). ????
(Source: India Today)
✨ Design and Dimensions ????
The XEV 9e features a sleek coupe-SUV design, measuring 4,790 mm in length, 1,905 mm in width, and 1,690 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,775 mm. ???? It offers a ground clearance of 207 mm, a spacious 663-liter boot, and a 150-liter front trunk (frunk).
???? The exterior showcases a distinctive LED light bar across the front, flush door handles, and aero-optimized 19-inch alloy wheels, with optional 20-inch alloys available. At the rear, connected LED tail-lights positioned below the boot spoiler enhance its modern aesthetic. ✨
(Source: India Today)
????️ Interior and Features ????
Inside, the XEV 9e boasts a triple-screen setup, each measuring 12.3 inches, powered by Mahindra’s Adrenox software. ???? The system operates on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8295 chipset, supported by 24GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, offering connectivity features like Wi-Fi 6.0, Bluetooth 5.2, and 5G capability. ????
???? Additional highlights include:
- Two-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel with an illuminated logo.
- Electronic parking brake and multiple drive modes: Everyday, Range, and Race.
- Brake-by-wire technology for seamless control.
✨ Luxurious amenities include a panoramic sunroof, a 1,400W 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with Dolby Atmos, and a heads-up display (HUD).
????️ Safety features:
- 7 airbags
- Level 2 ADAS suite
- 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring, and parking assistance.
(Source: India Today)
⚡ Performance and Range ????
The XEV 9e is available with two battery options:
- 59 kWh LFP pack: Offers 228 bhp.
- 79 kWh LFP pack: Delivers 282 bhp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds. ????️
???? The 79 kWh battery offers an ARAI-certified range of 656 km (MIDC phase 1+2) and 533 km according to the WLTP cycle, with a real-world range exceeding 500 km.
⚡ Charging is ultra-fast:
- 20%-80% in just 20 minutes with a 175 kW DC fast charger (79 kWh variant).
- 140 kW DC fast charger for the 59 kWh battery.
(Source: India Today)
???? Market Position and Availability ????
With the XEV 9e, Mahindra aims to capture a significant share of India's growing electric vehicle market, currently dominated by hybrid and petrol models like Hyundai's Creta and Toyota's Urban Cruiser Hyryder.
???? Deliveries will begin by the end of February 2025, with an initial manufacturing run of 90,000 units annually, scaling up to 200,000 units by March 2026.
???? This launch is part of Mahindra's broader strategy to ensure electric vehicles constitute at least 20% of its SUV sales by 2027, with five more electric models expected by 2030.
(Source: Reuters)
???? The Road Ahead
The introduction of the XEV 9e underscores Mahindra's commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering consumers a compelling blend of performance, luxury, and eco-friendliness in the electric SUV segment. ????✨
???????? Mahindra’s Electric SUV Strategy to Boost Market Share is a game-changer for the Indian automotive landscape! ????