Tata Harrier EV Vs Mahindra XEV 9e
Check out the in-depth comparison between Tata Harrier EV Vs Mahindra XEV 9e
By Salil Kumar
Published June 3, 2025
Table of Contents
- Exterior
- Interior
- Infotainment & Features
- Powertrain & Battery
1. Exterior
The Tata Harrier EV maintains the bold, muscular stance of its ICE counterpart, enhanced by EV-specific styling elements a closed-off grille with aerodynamic inserts, 19-inch aero-optimized alloy wheels, and discrete “EV” badging on the doors and tailgate.
Dimensionally, it measures 4,621 mm in length, 1,994 mm in width, and 1,791 mm in height, riding on a 2,741 mm wheelbase—making it substantially larger than the XEV 9e and delivering a more commanding road presence.
By contrast, the Mahindra XEV 9e is built on a C-segment electric platform and measures 4,789 mm long, 1,907 mm wide, and 1,694 mm tall, with a 2,775 mm wheelbase. Its EV-biased design includes a sealed front façade with pixel-inspired accents (housing the charging inlet), active air flaps for improved cooling, and 19-inch tyres (245/55 R19) that strike a balance between road grip and aerodynamic efficiency.
While the Harrier EV emphasizes a premium SUV silhouette, the XEV 9e leans into a more streamlined, futuristic profile—both optimized for airflow but catering to slightly different buyer preferences.
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| Specification | Harrier EV | XEV 9e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,621 mm | 4,789 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,907 mm |
| Height | 1,791 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,775 mm |
| Grille Design | Sealed EV-specific grille with line inserts | Pixelated closed-off grille with integrated charging port |
| Front Bumper | Aerodynamic blade-style detailing | Slim LED DRLs with animation; active air flaps |
| Wheel Size & Tyres | 19-inch aero-optimized alloy wheels | 19-inch alloy wheels (245/55 R19 LD tyres) |
| Badging | “EV” on front doors; “Harrier.EV” on tailgate | “XEV 9e” and “Electric” badges on fenders and tailgate |
| Roof Design | Panoramic sunroof (all trims) | Panoramic glass roof with integrated ambient lighting |
| Colour Options | Empowered Oxide, Nainital Nocturne, Pristine White, Pure Grey; Stealth Edition (all-black) | Multiple monotone and dual-tone schemes (e.g., White/Black Roof, Ocean Blue/Black Roof) |
| Special Edition | Stealth Edition (blacked-out elements) | No dedicated “Stealth” trim; “Pack Three” is fully loaded |
2. Interior
Inside, the Harrier EV retains a dual-tone dashboard similar to its ICE counterpart but upgrades materials and layout to feel more premium. A new four-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo sits ahead of a fully digital driver display, while the centre console houses a rotary drive selector, touch-based HVAC controls, and an electronic parking brake.
Upholstery features leatherette inserts with contrast stitching, and boot space measures 502 litres. By comparison, the XEV 9e elevates the cabin with a three-screen digital cockpit: three 12.3-inch displays span from the driver’s instrument cluster to a passenger-facing screen, all running Mahindra’s Adrenox software.
The XEV 9e also inherits switchgear from the XUV700, including HVAC paddles and the electronic parking brake. Its dual-tone black/white leatherette upholstery, massive panoramic sunroof, and 150-litre “Frunk” (front trunk) complement a 663-litre rear boot—underscoring a more tech-centric, futuristic ambience compared to the Harrier EV’s slightly more traditional SUV cabin.
| Specification | Harrier EV | XEV 9e |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Wheel | New four-spoke design with illuminated Tata logo | Two-spoke flat-bottom with illuminated Mahindra logo; gloss black accents |
| Instrument Cluster | Fully digital 10-inch (approx.) display | 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (tinted to passenger) |
| Passenger Display | N/A | 12.3-inch passenger display (entertainment/media only) |
| Centre Console Controls | Rotary drive selector; touch HVAC panel; electronic parking brake | Shift-by-wire selector; HVAC paddles cloned from XUV700; drive-mode dial; electronic parking brake |
| Upholstery | Premium leatherette with contrast stitching (dual-tone) | Dual-tone black & white leatherette (top trims); contrast stitching |
| Front Seats | Ventilated, power-adjustable (top trims) | Power-adjustable driver seat with memory & lumbar support; ventilated (Pack Three) |
| Rear-Seat Comfort | 60:40 split-fold; centre armrest; generous legroom | 60:40 split-fold; centre armrest; rear AC vents; rear seat memory lever (adjusts front passenger seat forward) |
| Boot Space | 502 litres | 663 litres + 150 litre frunk |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof (all trims) | Panoramic glass roof with ambient lighting (Pack Two & Three) |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes (multi-zone, adjustable) | Multi-colour ambient lighting with “GrooveMe” sync function |
3. Infotainment & Features
The Harrier EV debuts a 14.53-inch Samsung Neo QLED touchscreen (world’s first in a production car) paired with a fully digital driver display (approx. 10 inches). The 10-speaker JBL system with Dolby Atmos 5.1 ensures premium audio. EV-centric functions include Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) charging, a 540° surround-view camera with kerb-proximity alerts, and Tata’s “DrivePay” in-car payment system for FASTag and EV chargers.
Level 2 ADAS tuned for Indian roads and OTA updates round out a feature list that prioritizes both convenience and safety. In comparison, the XEV 9e offers a triple 12.3-inch screen setup (driver cluster + central infotainment + passenger display) powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 and Mahindra’s “MAIA” AI architecture (51 TOPS).
Its Harman Kardon 16-speaker (1,400 W) audio system with Dolby Atmos delivers immersive sound. Features include AR-based Heads-Up Display (HUD), auto-park assist (remote capability via key), 360° cameras doubling as dash cam, Level 2+ ADAS with five radars and one vision camera, WiFi 6.0, 5G connectivity, and “LiveYourMood” (A R Rahman-composed ambient music + lighting sync).
While both SUVs provide OTA updates, panoramic sunroofs, wireless charging, and connected-car tech, the XEV 9e leans heavily into a hyper-digital, almost concept-car–level cabin experience.
| Feature | Harrier EV | XEV 9e |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment Screen | 14.53-inch Samsung Neo QLED (first in-car QLED) | 12.3-inch central display (touchscreen, 1920×720) |
| Cargo Cluster + Passenger Displays | N/A | Three 12.3-inch screens (driver cluster, infotainment, passenger infotainment) |
| Audio System | 10-speaker JBL with Dolby Atmos 5.1 | 16-speaker Harman Kardon 1,400 W system with Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | Connected-car tech, OTA updates, remote app controls | Mahindra Bluelink–style “MAIA” AI (51 TOPS, WiFi 6.0, 5G, OTA updates) |
| V2L / V2V Charging | Yes | No V2L/V2V |
| In-Car Payment (DrivePay) | Yes (FASTag & EV charger payments via car) | No dedicated in-car payment system |
| Surround-View Camera | 540° view with kerb-proximity alerts | 360° surround view; serves as dashcam; auto-park assist (remote operation) |
| ADAS / Safety Features | Level 2 ADAS tuned for India (lane keep, AEB, adaptive cruise); built-in dashcam | Level 2+ ADAS (5 radars + 1 vision camera) including lane keep, AEB, traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise; AR HUD overlays |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes (all trims) | Yes (Pack Two & Three) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (higher trims) | Yes (Qi-compliant pad) |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-zone adjustable LEDs | Multi-colour “LiveYourMood” with synchronized music LEDs |
| Additional Tech | Drive modes (4), six terrain modes, all-digital IRVM, auto-park assist | Drive modes (5: Range, Everyday, Race, Snow, Custom), HUD, in-car camera, video calls, frunk storage, scheduled cabin conditioning |
4. Powertrain & Battery
The Harrier EV rides on Tata’s enhanced Acti.ev platform, offering two battery options: a 65 kWh pack powering a single rear motor (238 hp/238 Nm) for the base RWD model, and a 75 kWh LFP pack with dual motors (one per axle) producing 396 hp and 504 Nm (AWD). The 75 kWh RWD version claims a MIDC range of 627 km, while Tata’s internal C75 cycle estimates a real-world range of 480–505 km.
Charging times are 10.7 hours (10–100 percent) on 7.2 kW AC and 25 minutes (20–80 percent) on 120 kW DC. In comparison, the XEV 9e offers two LFP battery options: a 59 kWh pack with a 170 kW (228 bhp)/380 Nm rear motor delivering an ARAI-certified 542 km range, and a 79 kWh pack with a 210 kW (282 bhp)/380 Nm motor claiming 656 km ARAI range and a 0–100 km/h time of 6.8 seconds.
The XEV 9e uses a single-speed gearbox driving the rear wheels. Charging times for both variants are 8 hours (11 kW AC) or 11.7 hours (7.2 kW AC) 0–100 percent, and 20 minutes (20–80 percent) on a 175–180 kW DC fast charger. Both SUVs feature regenerative braking with multiple levels, but the XEV 9e adds an “intelligent semi-active suspension” that adjusts damping electronically for comfort and handling.
| Specification | Harrier EV | XEV 9e |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Tata Acti.ev | Mahindra INGLO |
| Battery Options | 65 kWh (RWD); 75 kWh LFP (AWD) | 59 kWh Li-ion LFP; 79 kWh Li-ion LFP |
| Motor Output | 238 hp/238 Nm (65 kWh); 396 hp/504 Nm (75 kWh AWD) | 170 kW (228 bhp)/380 Nm (59 kWh); 210 kW (282 bhp)/380 Nm (79 kWh) |
| Drive Type | RWD (65 kWh); AWD (75 kWh) | RWD only (both 59 kWh & 79 kWh) |
| Range (Claimed MIDC / ARAI) | 627 km (75 kWh MIDC) | 542 km (59 kWh ARAI); 656 km (79 kWh ARAI) |
| Real-World Range (C75 / i-Cycle) | 480–505 km (75 kWh C75) | ~360–400 km (59 kWh i-Cycle estimate); ~430–480 km (79 kWh i-Cycle estimate) |
| Charging (AC) | 7.2 kW: 10.7 hrs (10–100 percent) | 11 kW: 8 hrs (10–100 percent); 7.2 kW: 11.7 hrs (10–100 percent) |
| Charging (DC) | 120 kW: 25 minutes (20–80 percent) | 175–180 kW: 20 minutes (20–80 percent) |
| 0–100 km/h Acceleration | ~6.5 seconds (75 kWh AWD; estimated) | 6.8 seconds (79 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | 4 levels + One-Pedal Drive | 4 levels + One-Pedal Drive |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | MacPherson Strut / Coupled Torsion Beam | McPherson Strut i-Link Independent / 5-Link Independent with stabilizer bar |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 (motor & battery) | IP67 (motor & battery) |
The Mahindra XEV 9e carries a starting price of ₹21.90 lakh for its base Pack One (59 kWh) version, rising up to ₹30.50 lakh for the top‐end Pack Three (79 kWh). By comparison, the Harrier EV’s sole disclosed price of ₹21.49 lakh places it just below the XEV 9e’s entry‐level model.
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