Mahindra XEV 9e Line-up To Expand With New 79kWh Battery Variant

Mahindra to offer 79kWh battery in more XEV 9e trims for accessibility

Mahindra is set to broaden the appeal of its all-electric XEV 9e SUV by introducing two new variants, aimed at making the larger 79kWh battery pack available to a wider set of buyers. A recent filing on the government’s transport website confirms the addition of these trims and supports earlier reports hinting at such a move.

Currently, the 79kWh battery, which delivers 286 HP and a claimed range of 656 km (ARAI), is exclusive to the top-spec Pack Three variant. The update will soon extend this high-capacity battery to the Pack Three Select trim, positioned just below the top variant. Simultaneously, the Pack Three variant will also be offered with the smaller 59kWh battery option, which produces 231 HP and provides a range of 542 km.

These changes mark a strategic shift by Mahindra in response to customer preferences. According to Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director and CEO (Auto and Farm Sector) at Mahindra, buyers are increasingly prioritising driving range over premium features such as ADAS and head-up display—both currently standard on the Pack Three.

The XEV 9e is offered in four trims: Pack One, Pack Two, Pack Three Select and Pack Three. Until now, only the Pack Three variant was being delivered. Pack Three Select deliveries began in June, while lower trims—Pack Two and Pack One—are expected to reach customers starting July and August, respectively.

This realignment of battery and feature combinations across the trims also hints at more competitive pricing, especially for the high-end Pack Three, now that it includes a smaller battery option.

The company is expected to bring similar updates to its upcoming BE 6 model, aligning its electric vehicle strategy around offering wider battery choices without locking them to the most expensive variants.