Mahindra has introduced the XEV 9e and BE 6 electric SUVs in India earlier this November, aiming to capture a larger share of the nation's electric vehicle market. Although Mahindra was a pioneer in the Indian electric car sector, it has since lost ground to competitors such as Tata Motors and Hyundai. Until now, the company has only offered the XUV400 as its electric vehicle, but it is now embarking on a more aggressive strategy in the EV segment.

Nonetheless, the Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6 are anticipated to face significant challenges in establishing their presence within the Indian electric vehicle landscape. Key competitors for the XEV 9e include the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the BYD Atto 3. Both the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 exceed 4.6 meters in length, while the BYD Atto 3 measures under 4.5 meters.

Mahindra XEV 9e vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs BYD Atto 3: Specifications

The Mahindra XEV 9e, built on the INGLO architecture, features a modular electric vehicle platform and offers two distinct battery pack options: a 59 kWh unit and a 79 kWh variant. While the 59 kWh battery pack has already been launched, Mahindra intends to introduce the larger 79 kWh version in the future, which is expected to deliver a range of 550 km on a single charge.

This SUV is equipped with an electric powertrain that generates a peak power of 288 bhp and a maximum torque of 380 Nm. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds and includes a fast charging capability, allowing the battery to be charged from 20% to 80% in 20 minutes using a 175 kW fast charger.

In contrast, the BYD Atto 3 has recently undergone updates. The new entry-level variant is equipped with a smaller 49.92 kWh battery pack, providing an ARAI-certified range of 468 km. The higher two trim levels are fitted with a larger 60.48 kWh battery pack, offering a range of 521 km (ARAI certified).

All variants of the Atto 3 are powered by a single electric motor, producing 150 kW (201 bhp) and 310 Nm of peak torque. Fast charging is available across all variants, enabling the battery to be charged from 0% to 80% in just 50 minutes.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is powered by a 72.6 kWh battery pack, which is paired with an electric motor. This electric propulsion system delivers a peak power of 215 bhp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV boasts an ARAI-certified range of up to 631 kilometers on a single charge.

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