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- Jul 26, 2026
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Mahindra has officially launched the XEV 9S as its new three-row electric flagship, positioned as a large, space-focused family SUV built on the INGLO platform. Priced from Rs 19.95 lakh and going up to Rs 29.45 lakh (ex-showroom) for the fully loaded Pack Three Above, the XEV 9S is offered in four variants and comes with a choice of three battery packs. Beyond the headline features and specifications, what many buyers will want to know is when they can actually place an order and when deliveries will begin. Here's a clear breakdown of the XEV 9S booking and delivery schedule.
Mahindra has provided a detailed rollout roadmap for the XEV 9S, where the customer can have a look at the SUV much before placing the order. It covers preference registration, test drives, booking, and customer delivery in a step-by-step process.
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Stage |
Date |
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Add Your Preference |
December 14, 2025 |
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Test Drives Begin |
January 5, 2026 |
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Bookings Open |
January 14, 2026 |
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Deliveries Start |
January 23, 2026 |

The XEV 9S slots in as the first Made-in-India electric 7-seater SUV, catering to the 'family man' who wants space without compromise. Based on Mahindra's INGLO platform and driven by MAIA-Mahindra's Advanced Vehicle Intelligence, the SUV is all about comfort, quietness, and practicality.
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Battery Size |
59 kWh |
70 kWh |
79 kWh |
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Drivetrain |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
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Claimed Range(MIDC Part 1+Part 2) |
521 km |
600 km |
679 km |
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Power (PS) |
231 PS |
245 PS |
286 PS |
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Torque (Nm) |
380 Nm |
380 Nm |
380 Nm |

Key highlights include a spacious three-row layout, large boot capacity, a frunk for added storage, premium interior features and modern safety technologies. Buyers can choose from 3 battery pack options, with the top variant offering a 79 kWh pack, up to 286 PS and 380 Nm of torque, and strong real-world range claims.
Mahindra's phased delivery strategy brings much-needed clarity to the buying process as customers get time to decide if the car fits their bill. But will the XEV 9S bring consistency and convenience to the table for buyers which is what one expects from a family EV? Let us know in the comments.
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