Electric SUV Worth ₹21.49 Lakh to Shake Up Market, Mahindra's Tension Mounts
Mahindra & Mahindra made waves last year with its electric SUVs BE 6 and XEV 9e, especially with the XEV 9e priced around ₹21.90 lakh. But now, the game is changing. Tata Motors has launched its powerful new Tata Harrier EV starting at ₹21.49 lakh, and this launch is set to escalate competition in the electric SUV segment.
The Tata Harrier EV was first unveiled at the Auto Expo in January 2025, and bookings are set to begin on July 2. Let’s explore how this new SUV stacks up against Mahindra’s XEV 9e in terms of range, features, and performance.
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Tata Harrier EV offers two battery options: 65 kWh and 75 kWh. The 75 kWh pack delivers an impressive 627 km of range on a single charge.
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Mahindra XEV 9e comes with a 79 kWh battery offering up to 656 km of range.
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Fast charging times:
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Tata Harrier EV can charge up to 250 km range in just 15 minutes.
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Mahindra XEV 9e charges from 20% to 80% in about 20 minutes.
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) charging: Tata Harrier EV supports using the car as an inverter to power appliances and even charge other vehicles — a feature missing in Mahindra XEV 9e.
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Power and Torque: Tata Harrier EV produces a robust 369 hp and 500 Nm torque, compared to Mahindra XEV 9e’s 282 hp and 380 Nm.
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Acceleration: Harrier EV sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, faster than XEV 9e’s 6.8 seconds.
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Drive Modes: Tata Harrier EV offers 6 drive modes, including off-road options like snow, rock, and sand. It also has boost and hill-hold features, enhancing performance on steep terrains.
With these strong specs, Tata’s Harrier EV is set to intensify competition in the electric SUV market, potentially making buyers rethink their choice, especially those considering the Mahindra XEV 9e. Mahindra now faces a significant challenge to maintain its foothold against Tata’s latest EV offering.