Mahindra XEV 9E Real Owner Review: Futuristic Design, Real-World Challenges

Mahindra’s electric SUV, the XEV 9E (also referred to as XUV.e9), has already started turning heads. One of the few early users shared his candid experience, shedding light on what to expect from this bold EV. Here’s a breakdown of his real-world experience straight from the streets to your screen.

“Looks like a Range Rover from the rear.”

The XEV 9E’s futuristic aggressive design and attention-grabbing rear styling. The connected LED light bar and coupe-like stance make it look more premium than many current SUVs.

Performance and Driving Experience

While the design scores high, there is a mixed reaction to the overall drive experience: The refined nature of the electric powertrain makes the vehicle quiet and smooth, but enthusiastic drivers might find the performance somewhat underwhelming.

Cabin Experience and Features

Inside the cabin, new-age features like the ambient lighting and a modern interface give it the completely new luxury vibe, but some areas still felt like prototypes.

Battery & Range Insights

Regarding range and battery:

Real-world range is around 400 km but can go down to 300-350 km under aggressive driving. The claimed range and real-world performance are reasonably close, although spirited driving impacts efficiency.

The charging experience also seemed smooth: it gets 80% charged in 30-40 minutes using the fast charger.

Public Reaction

The user shared that wherever he took the vehicle, it attracted crowds: people make videos and ask which car it is… No one can recognise that it is a Mahindra car.

This gives Mahindra a huge brand-building opportunity, as the vehicle’s appearance alone is creating buzz.

Verdict: Early Glimpse of a Bold Future

From the owner’s experience, it’s clear that the Mahindra XEV 9E (XUV.e9) stands out in terms of design, cabin tech, and electric refinement. However, performance and minor finishing details still need polishing.

“This car is a showstopper… But there’s still some work left to do.”

Key Takeaways:

• Design: Bold, coupe SUV with an LED light bar – draws heavy attention.

• Performance: Smooth and refined, but lacks punch.

• Range: 300–400 km in real-world usage.

• Interior: Triple screens, ambient lighting, but fit and finish need improvement.

• Charging: 30–40 minutes for 80% via fast charging.

• Public Buzz: Huge attraction on roads; mistaken for a luxury brand SUV.

Want to dive deeper into the XEV 9E? Download the official Mahindra XEV 9E brochure (PDF)to explore all features, variants, and specifications.