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Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh 7-Seater

The Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh is a seven-seat electric SUV on Mahindra's INGLO platform: a 79 kWh battery claimed at 679 km, a 210 kW (282 bhp) rear motor with 380 Nm, 0-100 in 7 seconds, a 202 km/h top speed, CCS-II fast charging quoted at 20 minutes on a 180 kW charger, 11.2 kW AC charging, 201 mm of ground clearance, 527 litres of boot space with the third row folded plus a 150-litre frunk, six airbags, Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and 12.3-inch screens, from ₹25.95 lakh ex-showroom.

Last verified 19 October 2026

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Large SUVSingle motor RWD7 seatsUpper mid-market

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Cost snapshot

₹25,376/yr

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Charging fit

Workable with planning

Starter setup only: 10 hours of standard household socket only charging gives this EV a 74/100 fit score. Use your real parking and install setup in the full tool.

Overnight recovery

~159 km/night

On the charging-fit tool's starter setup, this EV recovers about 20.7 kWh over 10 hours. Adjust the charger type and hours in the full tool.

Pros

What works in its favour

Best for families who need a third row and want the long-range battery and the full comfort and ADAS kit, and who can accept a soft ride and a tight boot when all seven seats are in use.

  • Families who need seven seats in an electric car — the XEV 9S is a three-row SUV, and the Pack Two Above 79 kWh is ₹25.95 lakh ex-showroom (₹28.08 lakh on-road in New Delhi)
  • Long-distance drivers — 679 km claimed range from the 79 kWh battery, with CarDekho estimating 480-500 km in real use, and DC charging that CarDekho lists at 20 minutes on a 180 kW charger
  • Buyers who want a fully loaded cabin without the top trim's price — Level 2 ADAS with adaptive cruise, a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon system with Dolby Atmos

Cons

What to watch before you buy

  • 679 km is Mahindra's India claim, not a WLTP number. CarDekho's own real-world estimate for the 79 kWh car is 480-500 km.
  • With all three rows in use there is almost no boot space — CarDekho fits only a couple of backpacks. Folding the third row frees up 527 litres on CarDekho's spec sheet (about 500 litres in its review), and there is a 150-litre frunk. CarDekho also says the third row suits children or shorter adults best.
  • CarDekho quotes AC charging as 8 hours on an 11.2 kW charger or 11.7 hours on a 7.2 kW one, but does not say which wall box comes with this variant. Ask the dealer before you plan your home charging.
  • CarDekho's review finds the soft suspension floaty at speed, especially in the second and third rows, and calls out hard cabin plastics. Take a long test drive with the family.
  • No Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP result, battery warranty terms or kerb weight is published on the source pages, so none is recorded here. CarDekho lists waiting periods of more than two months.

Reviewed 2026-10-19

Specs that affect ownership

Focus on the numbers that actually change the experience.

On the Mixed cycle this EV is certified at 679 km. In everyday mixed driving, expect roughly 480–500 km (owner-reported). How we estimate this.

Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh 7-Seater specifications
SpecValue
Price & cost
Price (ex-showroom, from)₹25.95 L
Running cost (est.)≈ ₹1.0/km
Performance
0–100 km/h7.0 s
Top speed202 km/h
DriveSingle motor RWD
Range & charging
Range679 km (Mixed)
Efficiency8.6 km/kWh
Battery79 kWh
Fast charge (10–80%)20 min on a 180 kW / 400 A charger (CarDekho; charge window not stated); AC 8 hr on 11.2 kW or 11.7 hr on 7.2 kW
DC charging (peak)180 kW
Home charge (full AC)~8 h
AC charging11.2 kW
ConnectorCCS2
Space & practicality
Boot space527 L
Frunk150 L
Ground clearance201 mm
Length4737 mm
Seats7
Body styleLarge SUV
Safety
Safety ratingNot rated in India
Airbags6
ADASLevel 2
Features
SunroofYes
Ventilated seatsYes
Touchscreen12.3"

Spec figures checked against the published source.

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Is the Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh 7-Seater worth buying?

Best for families who need a third row and want the long-range battery and the full comfort and ADAS kit, and who can accept a soft ride and a tight boot when all seven seats are in use.

Who is the Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh 7-Seater best for?

Best fits include: Families who need seven seats in an electric car — the XEV 9S is a three-row SUV, and the Pack Two Above 79 kWh is ₹25.95 lakh ex-showroom (₹28.08 lakh on-road in New Delhi), Long-distance drivers — 679 km claimed range from the 79 kWh battery, with CarDekho estimating 480-500 km in real use, and DC charging that CarDekho lists at 20 minutes on a 180 kW charger, and Buyers who want a fully loaded cabin without the top trim's price — Level 2 ADAS with adaptive cruise, a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon system with Dolby Atmos.

What should I watch out for with the Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh 7-Seater?

The main caveats are these: 679 km is Mahindra's India claim, not a WLTP number. CarDekho's own real-world estimate for the 79 kWh car is 480-500 km; With all three rows in use there is almost no boot space — CarDekho fits only a couple of backpacks. Folding the third row frees up 527 litres on CarDekho's spec sheet (about 500 litres in its review), and there is a 150-litre frunk. CarDekho also says the third row suits children or shorter adults best; CarDekho quotes AC charging as 8 hours on an 11.2 kW charger or 11.7 hours on a 7.2 kW one, but does not say which wall box comes with this variant. Ask the dealer before you plan your home charging; CarDekho's review finds the soft suspension floaty at speed, especially in the second and third rows, and calls out hard cabin plastics. Take a long test drive with the family; and No Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP result, battery warranty terms or kerb weight is published on the source pages, so none is recorded here. CarDekho lists waiting periods of more than two months.

What is the real-world range of the Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79 kWh 7-Seater?

Expect roughly 480–500 km in everyday mixed driving (owner-reported). The certified figure is 679 km on the Mixed cycle.