Mahindra XEV 9E Vs Tata Harrier EV: Price, Range, And Performance Compared

If you wanted proof that the Indian EV market is no longer a fringe playground, look no further than the all-electric Mahindra XEV 9e and Tata Harrier EV. Both are five-seat family SUVs, both are built by home-grown brands, and both promise serious range and performance. Yet the most common question you'll hear at showrooms isn't“What's the top speed?” - it's“Which one gives me more for my money?”

Below is a detailed guide that breaks down exactly that. The prices quoted are ex-showroom Delhi for easy comparison.

Price

Mahindra starts the XEV 9e line-up at ₹22.65 lakh with Pack One (59 kWh). Tata Harrier EV undercuts it slightly, asking ₹21.49 lakh for the Adventure 65 variant (65 kWh). At the other end, Mahindra tops out at ₹31.25 lakh for Pack Three (79 kWh), while Tata closes its price list at ₹29.48 lakh for the fully-loaded Empowered QWD 75.

In other words, the Harrier EV's price band stretches roughly from ₹21.5 lakh to ₹29.5 lakh, whereas the XEV 9e sits a rung higher, between ₹22.6 lakh and ₹31.3 lakh. If the absolute entry price decides whether you walk into a showroom, Tata has the edge.

Decoding Variant Names

Mahindra keeps things fairly simple:

Pack One - always a 59 kWh battery

Pack Two - choose 59 kWh or 79 kWh

Pack Three - always 79 kWh, but there's a Pack Three Select with a 59 kWh pack

Tata's naming looks longer but follows a pattern: Adventure < Fearless < Empowered. Every variant can be paired with a 65 kWh battery; some also offer a larger 75 kWh pack, and a few tag“ACFC” if they include a faster onboard charger.“QWD” signals the twin-motor, quad-wheel-drive flagship.

How the Range Affects Running Cost

Comparing the range-to-running cost of both cars will help us know the price and performance of these vehicles. To identify the price and performance comparison, we need to determine the running costs of both vehicles. Here's how it is calculated:

Formula:

Running Cost (₹) = (Distance ÷ Range) × Cost of Charging

Cost of Charging = Battery Capacity x Electricity Rate (per unit)

Now suppose,

Electric Rate: ₹8/kWh

Daily Distance Travelled = 60 km

Mahindra XEV 9e

Running cost of the Mahindra XEV 9e Pack One 59 kWh (Medium range model):

Running Cost (₹) = (Distance ÷ Range) × Cost of Charging

= The daily cost of running the Mahindra XEV 9e = 60/542 x (59x8)

Daily Running Cost = ₹52.25

The monthly(30 days) cost of driving the Mahindra XEV 9e = 52.25 x 30 = ₹1567.5

The annual cost of driving the Mahindra XEV 9e = 1567.5 x 12 = ₹18,810

Running cost of the Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Two 79 kWh (Long range model):

Running Cost (₹) = (Distance ÷ Range) × Cost of Charging

= The daily cost of running the Mahindra XEV 9e = 60/656 x (79x8)

Daily Running Cost = ₹57.80

The monthly (30 days) cost of driving the Mahindra XEV 9e = 57.80 x 30 = ₹1734

The annual cost of driving the Mahindra XEV 9e = 1734 x 12 = ₹20,808

Tata Harrier EV

Running cost of the Tata Harrier EV Adventure 65 kWh (Medium range model):

Running Cost (₹) = (Distance ÷ Range) × Cost of Charging

The daily cost of running the Tata Harrier EV = Running Cost = 60/538 x (65x8)

Daily Running Cost = ₹57.99

The monthly(30 days) cost of driving the Tata Harrier EV = 57.99 x 30 = ₹1739.7

The annual cost of driving the Tata Harrier EV = 1739.7 x 12 = ₹20,876

Running cost of the Tata Harrier EV Fearless + 75 kWh (Long range model):

Running Cost (₹) = (Distance ÷ Range) × Cost of Charging

The daily cost of running the Tata Harrier EV = Running Cost = 60/627 x (75x8)

Daily Running Cost = ₹57.42

The monthly(30 days) cost of driving the Tata Harrier EV = 57.42 x 30 = ₹1722.6

The annual cost of driving the Tata Harrier EV = 1722.6 x 12 = ₹20,671

Across both models, a 60 km drive daily costs roughly ₹52–₹58, with the XEV 9e 59 kWh trim being the thriftiest for this distance, offering the most value for money.

What Do You Pay for Extra Performance?

Mahindra gives every XEV 9e the same 210 kW motor, good for a 0-100 km/h run in 6.8 seconds. Pay more, and you simply get a bigger battery and a longer range. Tata's Harrier EV tells a different story. The 65 kWh and 75 kWh single-motor versions are tuned for economy, while the significant number, 504 Nm, belongs only to the QWD twin-motor flagship. That all-wheel-drive layout drops the 0-100 time to 6.3 seconds and gives you six terrain modes. The price? About ₹29 lakh ex-showroom. So, in Tata's world, the extra money buys both range and noticeably more shove.

Feature Check

Both SUVs are stuffed with safety kit - seven airbags for Mahindra, advanced driver aids for Tata. The XEV 9e's party piece is its three-screen“wide cinemascope” dashboard and over-the-air updates even for the powertrain. Tata counters with multi-drive modes, off-road assist, and the option of an AC fast charger upgrade for about ₹49,000 extra.

While these features matter, neither model forces you to pay top dollar just to get the essentials: a sunroof, a large touchscreen, and a full ADAS suite show up by the mid-level trims in both camps.

Running Costs and Resale

Electric SUVs have tiny running costs compared with their diesel forebears, but note the battery sizes. Charging 79 kWh from empty costs more than juicing up 65 kWh, even if fast chargers make the wait time similar. If you drive mainly inside a city and have home charging, the smaller battery Harrier or XEV 9e Pack One could slash monthly electricity bills by 20-25 per cent.

Verdict: Which Price Tag Makes the Most Sense?

Best starting point: Tata Harrier Adventure 65. At ₹21.49 lakh, it's the least expensive path into large-SUV EV ownership and still promises 538 km of MIDC range.

Best value sweet spot: Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Two 79 kWh. For ₹27.25 lakh, you get the bigger battery, the same punchy 210 kW motor, and a class-leading 656 km rating. On a rupee-per-km basis, it narrowly pips Tata's comparable Fearless + 75 and gives bragging rights at the charging station.

Performance junkie's pick: Tata Harrier Empowered QWD 75. Quad-wheel drive, 504 Nm and a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h sprint justify the ₹28.99 lakh outlay if you live for that pinned-to-the-seat feeling or frequent slippery hill roads.

Tech lover's delight: Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Three 79 kWh. It's the priciest at ₹31.25 lakh, but the three-screen dashboard, adaptive suspension and comprehensive OTA support mean you're paying for more than just the badge.

Wrapping Up

So, which SUV you sign the cheque for depends less on“Which is more affordable?” and more on“Which version fits my daily life?” Tight budget and mostly city drives? Go Harrier Adventure 65. Want long highway runs every weekend? XEV 9e Pack Two makes range anxiety vanish. Want a sports-car punch in an SUV body? That will be the Harrier QWD. Crave the latest in-cabin tech? Stretch for Mahindra's Pack Three.

The beauty of healthy competition is choice, and for once, Indian buyers shopping in the ₹22–30 lakh bracket have plenty. Test-drive both, run the numbers for your commute, and remember: the best price is the one that makes you smile every time you press the start button and watch a silent surge of electrons whisk you down the road.

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