Mahindra XEV 9S. First 7 Seater eSUV of India - Special Feature

Mahindra is once again poised to make a bold statement in India's fast-evolving electric vehicle landscape with its upcoming XEV 9S, a 7-seater electric origin SUV. The success of the XEV 9e has led Mahindra to rethink space as they are coming up with the first 7-seater SUV in the country. This embodies the brand's signature tough stance, juxtaposed with tech and sophistication that welcomes the future. Expected to debut soon as part of Mahindra's growing electric SUV portfolio, the XEV 9S is set to redefine practicality, performance, and design for Indian families seeking a spacious, all-electric SUV.

Built on Mahindra's advanced INGLO platform, the XEV 9S carries the character of an electric origin vehicle from the ground up. So what differentiates a converted ICE vehicle from a purpose-built EV? Primarily, it is the skateboard-style architecture that enables flat-floor packaging and better space management. This results in a spacious and versatile cabin layout that perfectly accommodates its three-row seating configuration. It also allows Mahindra to accommodate a full-sized frunk, a feature that is much sought after but seldom available. These maximise utility and reinforce its modern EV credentials. These features are only possible to be executed on an 'EV First'/'EV Only' architecture, not the other way round, something Mahindra boasts of.

Staying true to Mahindra's DNA, the XEV 9S promises to be a "true-blue Mahindra SUV", muscular, confident, and capable. The design language and performance ethos follow Mahindra's established legacy of rugged SUVs while blending seamlessly with next-generation electric technology. The rear-wheel drive setup is expected to offer dynamic handling and stability, maintaining the brand's driver-focused character even in its electric avatar. The teasers also show an XEV 9S, with sleek and sharp lines that support superior aerodynamics for better performance and range, and they have garnered quite a bit of attention, even before the reveal. That is a win for Mahindra. The headlamps and front grille design are reminiscent of its ongoing successful sibling, the 9e and are sure to woo a lot of EV adopters, even the first timers as well.

Inside, Mahindra is reportedly packing the XEV 9S with all the features and technology seen in the 9e, its smaller sibling, and more. The teasers show a futuristic dashboard layout, cutting-edge infotainment, advanced ADAS safety tech, and connected car systems. Adding to its family-friendly credentials are thoughtful and practical touches such as a sliding second row for flexible space management, a flat floor for easy movement within the cabin, and the much-talked-about openable panoramic sky roof, which is set to be one of the largest in its class, flooding the interior with natural light and enhancing the overall sense of space.

Mahindra's electric journey is already gaining impressive momentum, with over 30,000 Mahindra eSUVs currently on Indian roads. The upcoming XEV 9S builds on that foundation, aiming to expand the reach of Mahindra's electric SUV lineup and strengthen its position as a leader in India's EV transformation.

With its unique combination of practicality, performance, and electric innovation, the Mahindra XEV 9S stands ready to be not just India's first 7-seater eSUV, but also one of the most complete family EVs designed and built for the Indian road and lifestyle.