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Mahindra XEV 9e review: what owners and experts say

Based on 129 statements from 12 owner and expert reviews · Updated

The Mahindra XEV 9e costs ₹21.9 lakh to ₹31.25 lakh ex-showroom in India across 16 variants, sold with electric powertrain. Reviewers are most positive about its seat comfort, handling and boot space, and most critical of its tyre quality, dashboard layout and connected car features. Here is the full picture, with the actual words reviewers used.

Ex-showroom price
₹21.9 lakh to ₹31.25 lakh
Variants
16
Fuel
Electric
Seating
5

Mahindra XEV 9e price and engine options in India

Ex-showroom prices run from ₹21.9 lakh to ₹31.25 lakh. On-road prices depend on your city, so check them before you commit.

Mahindra XEV 9e engine and gearbox options
FuelGearboxEnginePower / torque
ElectricAutomatic (Single Speed)282bhp / 380Nm

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What owners and experts like about the Mahindra XEV 9e

Seat comfort

Strongly positivebased on 7 reviews

“The seats also feel very comfortable, they are quite supportive, and the shape of the seat is very good - you won't feel even a little fatigue on a long drive, you can drive it comfortably the whole day.”

Handling

Strongly positivebased on 5 reviews

“The 9e is also surprisingly easy to drive... at low speeds the steering is light, you don't need much effort to twirl it, and even the turning circle is surprisingly small.”

Boot space

Generally positivebased on 7 reviews

“The most underrated feature would be its frunk - basically 150 litres I think, and probably the biggest in this segment. When you don't feel safe keeping a bag on the back seat, you can keep it in the frunk, it's still safer.”

Rear seat space

Generally positivebased on 7 reviews

“In terms of rear seat space the 9e scores pretty well - I'm just under 6ft tall, front seat set to my driving position, and I'm really comfortable on knee room. Overall the sense of space at the back is really impressive.”

Where the Mahindra XEV 9e falls short

Not every point below is a serious flaw. Some are mixed opinions where reviewers disagreed, and the label says which.

Tyre quality

Strongly negativebased on 5 reviews

“This car went into one pothole and the tire suffered a sidewall cut, which is why it is running on this space-saver spare wheel right now... the damaged tire will need to be replaced because the sidewall cut cannot be repaired.”

Dashboard layout

Strongly negativebased on 6 reviews

“The steering has full touch-like controls, but buttons - when we're turning the wheel around for a turn, this thing gets pressed accidentally, meaning boost mode or one-pedal drive gets activated by accident while turning.”

Connected car features

Generally negativebased on 14 reviews

“Electric seat, ventilated seats, memory function - all necessary, but the memory function sometimes becomes problematic, the system's memory changes sometimes. Even after updates, the difference isn't always consistent.”

Fit & finish

Mixed reviewsbased on 14 reviews

“Getting in/out, mud gets on the back of your leg - wearing white pants and getting out has felt like a real issue. You basically can't touch this car if you're wearing white; the inside is white too, can't touch it in white either.”

Mahindra XEV 9e ratings by area

Every area where we have at least two reviews, with the overall verdict.

Ride and handling

  • Handling5 reviewsStrongly positive
  • Ride comfort4 reviewsGenerally positive
  • Cabin refinement3 reviewsGenerally positive
  • Tyre quality5 reviewsStrongly negative

Features and technology

  • Audio system3 reviewsStrongly positive
  • Touchscreen responsiveness4 reviewsMixed reviews
  • Air conditioning3 reviewsGenerally negative
  • Connected car features14 reviewsGenerally negative

Cabin space and comfort

  • Seat comfort7 reviewsStrongly positive
  • Boot space7 reviewsGenerally positive
  • Rear seat space7 reviewsGenerally positive

Safety and build quality

  • Braking3 reviewsGenerally positive
  • ADAS driver assistance4 reviewsMixed reviews
  • Fit & finish14 reviewsMixed reviews

Engine and performance

  • City drivability4 reviewsStrongly positive

Parking and maneuverability

  • Parking camera & sensors3 reviewsGenerally positive

Visibility and ergonomics

  • Dashboard layout6 reviewsStrongly negative

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Mahindra XEV 9e FAQs

How much does the Mahindra XEV 9e cost in India?

The Mahindra XEV 9e costs ₹21.9 lakh to ₹31.25 lakh ex-showroom across 16 variants. On-road price depends on your city, so ask a dealer or use our dealer quote check to see what a quote should look like.

Which engine and gearbox options does the Mahindra XEV 9e have?

The Mahindra XEV 9e is sold with electric powertrains and automatic gearboxes. The table above lists every engine and gearbox combination.

What do owners like most about the Mahindra XEV 9e?

Owners and experts are most positive about the Mahindra XEV 9e's seat comfort, handling and boot space.

What are the common complaints about the Mahindra XEV 9e?

The most common criticism is about the Mahindra XEV 9e's tyre quality, dashboard layout and connected car features. Check the full list above to see how strongly reviewers agree.

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How this page is made: we collect what real owners and expert reviewers say in published video reviews, tag each statement by topic (for example ride comfort or service cost) and score how positive or negative it is. Nothing here is paid for by manufacturers or dealers, and no result is sponsored. Prices come from CarDekho and can change; confirm with a dealer. Read more in why car advice conflicts.