Kia Sorento vs Mahindra XEV 9e

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

Mahindra XEV 9e price starts at Rs. 21.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.09 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kia Sorento, priced at Rs. 27.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Sorento uses a 1.49 kWh battery producing 190bhp@3800rpm and the XEV 9e a 59 kWh battery producing 228bhp. If you're deciding between the Sorento and XEV 9e, the XEV 9e is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Sorento vs XEV 9e Comparison Summary

Specification Kia SorentoMahindra XEV 9e
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 27.99 LakhRs. 21.90 Lakh
Range Not Available542 km/charge
Battery capacity 1.49 kWh59 kWh
Charging time Not Available20Min with 140 kW DC
Max power 190bhp@3800rpm228bhp

Sorento vs XEV 9e Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Sorento HTE 7-Seater DieselMahindra XEV 9e Pack One
Rating
2 reviews
4 reviews
Brand Name Kia Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 27.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 21.90 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2151 cc Not Available
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 190bhp@3800rpm 228bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 Not Available
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox Not Available Single Speed
Drive Type AWD RWD
Colors
Kia Sorento Colors
Mahindra XEV 9e Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Electric(Battery)
Tyre Size Not Available 245/55 R19
Boot Space Not Available 663 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Not Available Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 54,145 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 42,364 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 1.37 Lakh Sorento Insurance Rs. 97,948 XEV 9e Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
2151 cc
Not Available
Battery Type
Not Available
Lithium-ion
Engine Type
2.2 CRDi
Not Available
Motor Power
Not Available
170 kW
Engine Displacement
2151 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
1.49 kWh
59 kWh
Motor Type
Not Available
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power
190bhp@3800rpm
228bhp
Range
Not Available
542 km/charge
Max Torque
440Nm@2750rpm
380Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
4
Not Available
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
Not Available
Single Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
No
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
Yes
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
4
Drive Mode Types
Eco, Sport, Smart + Terrain (Mud, Snow, Sand)
Default | Range | Everyday |Race | Snow Mode
Charging Time
Not Available
20Min with 140 kW DC
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Charging Port
Not Available
CCS-II
Charging Time (A.C)
Not Available
6 / 8.7 h (11 .2kW / 7.2 kW Charger)
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
20Min with 140 kW DC

Fuel Type
Diesel
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
10.1 Sec
Not Available
Fuel Capacity
67 Liters
Not Available

Shock Absorbers Type
Not Available
Intelligent Semi Active
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8
5
Tyre Size
Not Available
245/55 R19
Wheel Size
Not Available
19
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
4
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
12.3
Not Available
Upholstery
Leather
Fabric
Glove Box Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
4
4
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Not Available
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
5
Boot Space
Not Available
663 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Powered
Boot Opening
Not Available
Electronic
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Panoramic
Not Available
Tinted Glass
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4810*1900*1700 mm3
4789*1907*1694 mm3
Wheelbase
2815 mm
2775 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
207 mm

USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Compatibility
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
Semi
Not Available
Drive Modes
3
5
No of Speakers
Not Available
4
Adjustable Steering
4
4
Android Auto
3
Yes
Apple CarPlay
3
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Compatibility
No of Tweeter
No
2
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
12.3 inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
2nd Row 60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Air Quality Control
Not Available
No
Rear Touchscreen
Not Available
3
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Yes
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
No
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Not Available
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Not Available
Yes
No of Airbags
Not Available
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front & Rear
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
No
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
Not Available
No

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra XEV 9e
  • Two battery pack options & estimated real world range of 400-500km
  • Superb infotainment experience: triple 12
  • 3” screens + Harman/Kardon with Dolby Atmos
  • Strong safety suite includes well-calibrated L2 ADAS & 5 Star BNCAP rated too
Mahindra XEV 9e
  • High floorboard means you will have to watch your head when stepping in
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Q. Difference between the 9e and 9s
  • The Mahindra XEV 9e and Mahindra XEV 9S differ mainly in design and practicality. The XEV 9e features a sporty coupe-style design with a focus on style and driving experience, while the XEV 9S offers a more traditional SUV design with better space and practicality, making it more suitable for family use. Additionally, the XEV 9S may offer more seating capacity and comfort-focused features compared to the 9e. For more detailed insights and a side-by-side comparison, we recommend checking the comparison link for better clarity. https://www.zigwheels.com/compare-cars/mahindra-xev-9e-vs-mahindra-xev-9s

Kia Sorento Vs Mahindra XEV 9e FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Sorento vs Mahindra XEV 9e?
Mahindra XEV 9e is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Sorento vs Mahindra XEV 9e?
The Mahindra XEV 9e is cheaper than Kia Sorento by ₹6.09 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Sorento vs Mahindra XEV 9e?
As per the users experiences the Kia Sorento has better performance.

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