The prices of the entire range of the Tata Harrier EV have been announced
In this post, we compare the price and specs of the Tata Harrier EV and the Mahindra XEV 9e. These are large electric SUVs, which represent the best that the Indian carmakers have to offer. In the last few years, the electric car segment has grown exponentially. Customers are getting attracted to new models as car companies start exploring various price segments. It certainly looks like electric mobility is the future of the automobile industry going forward. For now, let us compare the two Indian EVs.
Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e – Price
The new Tata Harrier EV starts at Rs 21.49 lakh for the entry-level Adventure 65 trim and goes all the way up to Rs 27.49 lakh for the Empowered 75 version. Note that these prices are without a charger and installation cost. On the other hand, the Mahindra XEV 9e retails between Rs 21.90 lakh and Rs 30.50 lakh, ex-showroom. Clearly, the Harrier EV has an edge in this regard.
| Price (ex-sh.) | Tata Harrier EV | Mahindra XEV 9e |
| Base Model | Rs 21.49 lakh | Rs 21.90 lakh |
| Top Model | Rs 27.50 lakh | Rs 30.50 lakh |
Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e – Specs
The Tata Harrier EV possesses two battery packs – 65 kWh and 75 kWh. More importantly, there are two electric motors for an all-wheel-drive configuration. These output 158 PS and 238 PS of maximum power, respectively. The claimed range is 505 km and 627 km, respectively. In terms of performance, the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h comes up in just 6.3 seconds. There are multiple drive modes to ensure that it performs as per the needs of the users. These include Eco, City and Boost. Also, to tackle uneven road surfaces, it offers terrain modes – Normal, Snow/Grass, Mud Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl and Custom. The drivers can adjust 4 levels of regenerative braking. With a 120 kW DC fast charger, the battery goes from 20% to 80% in 25 minutes.
On the other hand, the Mahindra XEV 9e uses a bespoke INGLO platform. The EV is available with two battery pack alternatives – 79 kWh and 59 kWh. These are good for a claimed range of 656 km and 542 km on a single charge, respectively. The power and torque figures are 286 hp and 380 Nm with the larger battery and 231 hp and 380 Nm with the small battery, respectively. With a 175 kW DC fast charger, the battery can be juiced up from 20% to 80% in a matter of 20 minutes. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h comes up in a mere 6.8 seconds.
| Specs | Tata Harrier EV | Mahindra XEV 9e |
| Battery | 65 kWh & 75 kWh | 79 kWh & 59 kWh |
| Range | 505 km & 627 km | 656 km & 542 km |
| Power | 158 PS (Front) / 238 PS (Rear) | 286 hp & 231 hp |
| Torque | 504 Nm (AWD) | 380 Nm |
| DC Fast Charging | 25 mins (20-80% w/ 120 kW) | 20 mins (20-80% w/ 175 kW) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 6.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
My View
Choosing between these two electric SUVs can be quite tricky. These are the best that the Indian automobile giants have to offer. If you wish to experience an entirely new product which has been built from scratch, the Mahindra XEV 9e should be on your preference list. It is a bit more expensive, but that is understandable with the kind of tech and styling on offer. On the other hand, if you wish to stick to the familiar Harrier in an electric avatar, the Harrier EV should be your pick. In any case, I would advise our readers to experience these two in the flesh before making a purchase decision.
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