Mahindra unveils XEV 9S — India’s Big New Electric 7-Seater SUV starting at ₹19.95 lakh

Built on the INGLO platform with a 500 km real-world range, segment-leading space, L2+ ADAS, luxury second-row features, and class-best performance, the XEV 9S sets a new benchmark for premium family EVs.

Space is something modern life takes away from us — space to breathe, to create, to travel, and to be with the ones who matter. Mahindra brings that space back with the launch of the XEV 9S, India’s first truly electric-origin 7-seater SUV, engineered from the ground up on the advanced INGLO platform.

Introducing India’s Big New Electric — a bold, intelligently designed SUV built for families, explorers, creators, and everyday Indians whose ambitions are growing bigger every day. The XEV 9S is for those who want one essential thing from their vehicle: more room for life, more room for dreams, more room for possibilities.

Powered by MAIA — India’s fastest automotive intelligence system, and inspired by Mahindra’s expressive global design language, the XEV 9S unlocks an entirely new experience of electric mobility.

A Big New Electric for Big Lives

With a thoughtfully engineered three-row layout, expansive cabin, whisper-quiet drive, and a liberating sense of openness, the XEV 9S offers:

  • Comfort without compromise
  • Space without limitations
  • Electric mobility without the smallness typically associated with EVs

The XEV 9S doesn’t just launch a new SUV — it launches a new kind of electric freedom.

R Velusamy, President – Automotive Business, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. and Managing Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd. said, “We have always believed that technology is meaningful only when it expands human possibility. The XEV 9S built on the INGLO electric origin platform does exactly that by creatin space – more than anyone else and gives a smooth and noise free ride . THE MAIA brain enables many of its high-tech features, making it the most advanced offering for its price.”

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, Chief Executive Officer – Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. and Executive Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd., said, “The future of Indian mobility will belong to brands that don’t just electrify vehicles, but reimagine categories. With the XEV 9S, we’re not just playing in the EV segment, we’re expanding it. This SUV signals the start of a BIG new electric era for Mahindra – one built on scale, on purpose, and on a deep understanding of how India moves. The attractive prices starting at ₹ 19.95 Lakh make a very high-tech product accessible, with bookings opening on Jan 14 and deliveries start on Jan 23.”

Pratap Bose, Chief Design & Creative Officer – Auto & Farm Sectors, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., said, “Designing the XEV 9S wasn’t about adding lines to a surface, it was about shaping a feeling. We wanted it to feel like stepping into a personal sanctuary, yet one that carries the pulse of modern India. Electric gave us the canvas; INGLO gave us the freedom to sculpt light, space, and comfort. The result is an SUV that wears its size with grace and its technology with humility. It’s expressive, it’s calm, and it’s unmistakably Mahindra – built for a nation whose aspirations are only getting bigger.”

The New Shape of Space:

The XEV 9S is an expression of Mahindra’s signature Heartcore Design philosophy. Its athletic stance, clean lines, gloss finish, immersive tech-rich interiors and carefully balanced proportions scream ‘Premium SUV’ and evoke a sense of purpose and maximum space. The XEV 9S is silent sophistication on wheels.

Key Highlights – Mahindra XEV 9S

Built on the proven INGLO platform, the XEV 9S features intelligent adaptive dampers with i-Link suspension at the front and a 5-link independent suspension at the rear. It is powered by an advanced LFP battery that comes with a lifetime warranty and delivers a 500 km real-world range. The SUV also features Brake-by-Wire with Integrated Electric Braking (IEB) and high-power steering with Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) for superior handling and control.

Positioned as India’s biggest electric SUV, the XEV 9S offers an immense 4076L of cabin space across the first and second rows, along with a generous 527L boot space and a best-in-class 150L frunk. The third row provides practicality with 50:50 split seats, making it ideal for large families and long trips.

The second-row experience is designed like a luxury lounge, offering Powered Boss Mode, ventilated seats, recline and slide adjustment, sunshades, acoustic laminated glass, wireless charging, BYOD capability, a Lounge Desk, and LiveYourMood ambient environment modes.

On safety and wellbeing, the XEV 9S is equipped with 7 airbags, L2+ ADAS supported by five radars and a vision camera, Driver Drowsiness Detection with DOMS (Eyedentity), and Secure360 Pro,

Connectivity is a key strength, with 140+ connected features, including Digital Key, NFC access, Charge Scheduler, and personalized user profiles. Performance is equally impressive with 210 kW power, 380 Nm torque, and 0–100 km/h acceleration in just 7 seconds, making it the fastest 7-seater EV in its class, along with a 202 km/h top speed and 205 mm ground clearance (222 mm at the battery).

Driver-focused technologies include VisionX AR HUD, Eyedentity occupant monitoring, AutoPark Assist, multiple drive modes (Default, Range, Race, Everyday), a compact 10m turning circle, 6-way powered memory seats, Captouch controls, and Smart Climate Control with Keep Mode.

Entertainment is elevated with a 16-speaker Harman Kardon system with Dolby Atmos, three 31.24 cm screens, 5G connectivity, ambient lighting, Smart Climate Camp Mode, and a suite of Fun & Work apps for productivity and relaxation.

The XEV 9S also delivers strong value with ₹1.2/km running cost, 40 paise/km maintenance, negligible road tax, and 40% depreciation benefit for business buyers, making it not only smart to own but cost-efficient to operate.