Mahindra has officially unveiled the XEV 9S, a brand-new electric SUV that marks a major step forward for India’s EV market. With this launch, Mahindra introduces India’s first authentic electric-origin 7-seater SUV, designed from the ground up on its advanced INGLO platform. Starting at an attractive price of ₹19.95 lakh (ex-showroom), the XEV 9S aims to redefine what Indian families can expect from a large electric SUV.
Mahindra calls the XEV 9S “India’s Big New Electric”, and the name fits perfectly. This SUV focuses on space, comfort, quietness, technology, and performance — without compromise. With bookings opening on January 14, 2026, and deliveries starting from January 23, 2026, the XEV 9S is set to become one of the most important electric car launches in India.
Mahindra XEV 9S: A True Electric-First 7-Seater SUV
Unlike converted ICE models, the Mahindra XEV 9S is built as an electric-first SUV. Mahindra has designed it on the INGLO architecture, a platform developed specifically for electric vehicles. This allows better battery packaging, a flat floor, improved interior space, and superior ride comfort.
Mahindra targets Indian families who want a proper 7-seater SUV, not an MPV-like compromise. The company focuses on giving customers more space than any SUV or MPV in its segment, while still offering bold SUV styling.
The XEV 9S stands as a vehicle for families, travellers, creators, and professionals who want space to live, work, travel, and grow.
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Exterior Design: Bold, Authentic, and Modern
Mahindra follows its expressive SUV design language with the XEV 9S. The SUV looks strong, confident, and premium from every angle. The electric platform allows Mahindra to create a long wheelbase, wide stance, and upright SUV proportions.
The design does not shout for attention, yet it clearly announces that this is a modern electric SUV. Clean surfaces, aerodynamic elements, and bold lighting signatures give the XEV 9S a futuristic yet familiar presence on Indian roads. Mahindra positions the XEV 9S as a stylish authentic SUV that blends practicality with emotional appeal.
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Interior Design
One of the biggest highlights of the Mahindra XEV 9S is its best-in-class space. Modern Indian families often struggle with cramped third rows, limited luggage space, and uncomfortable long journeys. Mahindra directly addresses these pain points.
Thanks to the INGLO platform:
- The XEV 9S offers a flat floor
- A clever three-row layout
- Excellent legroom across all rows
- Easy access to the third row
Mahindra focuses on delivering a feeling of openness that Indian buyers rarely experience in SUVs. The cabin feels airy, spacious, and calming. Whether you are driving daily in the city or travelling long distances with family, the XEV 9S ensures comfort is never compromised.
Powertrain and Battery: Strong Performance with Big Numbers
Mahindra equips the XEV 9S with a powerful electric setup that delivers both performance and efficiency.
Key Powertrain Highlights:
- Battery options: 70 kWh and above (top variant features 79 kWh)
- Maximum power: 180 kW
- Peak torque: 380 Nm
- Instant torque delivery for quick acceleration
This power output places the XEV 9S among the most powerful electric SUVs in its segment. Whether overtaking on highways or driving with a full load, the SUV delivers confident performance. Mahindra tunes the electric motor to balance power with smoothness, ensuring the SUV feels easy to drive even for first-time EV owners.
Mahindra XEV 9S Price (Ex-Showroom)
- Starting price: ₹19.95 lakh
- Top variant (Pack Three Above – 79 kWh): ₹29.45 lakh
This pricing strategy makes the XEV 9S highly competitive in the electric SUV segment. Mahindra aims to make high-tech electric mobility accessible to more Indian families. The fully loaded variant offers premium features, advanced technology, and the larger battery for buyers who want the best possible experience.
Launch Date & Booking Date
Mahindra has already confirmed the official timeline for customers.
- Bookings open: January 14, 2026
- Deliveries begin: January 23, 2026
This short gap between booking and delivery shows Mahindra’s confidence in production readiness. Customers will not have to wait months to receive their vehicle, which is a big advantage in today’s market.
Conclusion
The Mahindra XEV 9S is not just another electric SUV launch. It represents a shift in how Indian electric vehicles are designed and positioned. Mahindra focuses on real-world needs — space, comfort, performance, and value — instead of gimmicks.
With a starting price of ₹19.95 lakh, advanced INGLO platform, powerful battery options, and MAIA intelligence, the XEV 9S sets a new benchmark for electric 7-seater SUVs in India.
As bookings open in January 2026, the XEV 9S is expected to attract strong interest from Indian families looking to embrace electric mobility without sacrificing space or comfort. For the Indian EV ecosystem, the Mahindra XEV 9S truly lives up to its name — India’s Big New Electric.