r/XEV9S

I got my XEV9S P3 delivered yesterday, while taking the delivery, our sales assistant was walking through the car’s features and while covering the sound system, he played a song through YT via fun&work and all the speakers were working just fine but yesterday night when we went on a drive and played songs, it was so obvious that only the subwoofer and front door speakers were working. I tried switching between studio and 3d mode, the speaker focus is centred on the cabin and not on the driver and I played around with the equalizer settings, still no change. P.S I have all the latest updates downloaded.

I am planning to buy pack 2 79 kwh, can we expect some discounts from dealers, etc. what can be on road price for "Delhi", I can apply for BH number, does that benefit in case of EV.

Kindly suggest

I’m taking delivery of my XEV 9S soon and wanted to know which insurer you went with and why.
Which insurance company did you choose?
How much premium did you pay?
Did you buy it through the dealer or directly/online?
Any claim experience (good or bad)?
Which add-ons are absolutely worth getting for an EV (Zero Dep, RTI, Battery Cover, RSA, Key replacement, Consumables, Tyre Protection, home charger cover, etc.)?

Looking for the best balance of claim experience, service, and price rather than just the cheapest policy.

Hi everyone,
I’m planning to book the Mahindra XEV 9s Pack Three (top model) in Hyderabad and had a couple of questions:
Which Mahindra showroom in Hyderabad allows a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) before making the full payment? If you’ve had a good experience, please mention the showroom and your overall delivery process.
For the Pack Three above, does Secure360 record continuously while driving, similar to a dashcam, or does it only save footage during events like collisions, theft attempts, or when triggered?
Would appreciate hearing from owners or anyone who’s recently taken delivery. Thanks!

Hi everyone,
I’m planning to buy the XEV 9s and had a few questions for existing owners:
Does installing an aftermarket dashcam affect or void the warranty? Is it safe if it’s connected through the USB/12V socket instead of being hardwired?
For Pack Three owners, can the built-in 360° cameras be used for continuous dashcam recording, or do they only save footage during incidents? Any software updates for this?
For Pack Two owners, how is the suspension in day-to-day driving? Is it comfortable enough over speed breakers and bad roads, or do you wish you had gone for Pack Three with the adaptive suspension?
Would love to hear your real-world experience. Thanks!

Do most of you charge on standard 3KW socket which typically has 2.5 sq mm cable by default in most Indian homes? Have any of you done any specific upgrades for routine (daily) slow charging overnight?

How are you managing traveling to remote places like mountains etc and charging there in home stays and guest houses? Do you trust their electric infra or are you scared something may fuse or get burnt? My guess would be that most guest houses and hotels use better quality and high sq mm cables than homes because multiple appliances can run simultaneously such as water heaters, ACs and heaters, kettles etc and they would ideally go overboard with protections. I am thinking of buying Wunder Current’s 35 meters extension. What are you guys using? Since electricity is pretty much everywhere, requesting someone for slow charging point is always better albeit a time consuming option in case you are stuck. Remote places: Tirthan Valley, Barot, Rajgundha, Auli etc.

I’m planning to buy a EV9s pack with one 79kwh as most of my driving would be on highways. Please let me know if there is a way people can plan trips easily (an app or something). Because I have read reviews where people find chargers and reach there just to know the charger won’t work.How are you guys pulling it off on newer routes??

I'm considering getting interior PPF done on the glossy black trim in my Mahindra EV, but I'm getting conflicting advice from detailing studios around Mumbai.
A few detailers strongly advised against it, saying the installation process involves water and there's a risk of moisture reaching the electronics. Others said it's completely safe if done correctly. The common theme, though, was that none of them were willing to guarantee against any electrical issues.
Has anyone here actually had interior PPF installed on their Mahindra EV? How has it held up, and did you face any issues afterward?
Given how easily the piano black surfaces scratch, it seems like a good idea—but is it really worth taking the risk?

I'm planning to buy a new car and have been stuck between the Mahindra XUV 7XO and the Mahindra XEV 9e.

Initially, I was leaning towards the 7XO, but the mileage is a big turn-off. That's why I started considering the XEV 9e- the running cost of around ₹1–2/km is really attractive.

However, I have a few concerns about EV ownership:

• How is the battery expected to hold up after 8–10 years?
• If the battery degrades or gets damaged (especially due to heat), do you replace the entire battery pack or only the affected modules?
• How practical is it for frequent outstation road trips? Any charging anxiety in real-world use?

Also, I'm now wondering if I even need a 7-seater. If I switch to a 5-seater, what would you recommend in a similar budget (around ₹20 Lakhs)?

Would love to hear from owners and people who have cross-shopped these cars. What would you buy today, and why?

I am getting quotes of around 23 lakh for xev 9s packone above 79kwh including acko insurance 1+3 and around 24 lakh (after all the discounts and offers) for harrier ev fearless+ 75kwh.

Confused between these two as

xev 9s is 7 seater with blade battery and slightly more range like 30 to 40 km with more power and torque.

Harrier ev has more features like 360 camera, better sound system, leatherette interior, and many more (like xev 9s pack two above).

I have test drove both and both feels good. Harrier slightly better in respect to suspension.

Testdrive model - xev 9s pack 3 above

Harrier ev empowered with qwd.

Hi everyone,

I’m expecting to take delivery of my Mahindra XEV 9S Pack Two Above (79 kWh) this weekend, and I want to make sure I do a thorough pre-delivery inspection (PDI) before driving it home.

For those who already own an XEV 9S, or anyone who has recently taken delivery of a Mahindra EV:

• What are the most important things I should inspect before accepting delivery?
• Are there any common issues or hidden areas I should specifically look out for?
• Since it’s an EV, are there additional checks (battery health, software version, charging, ADAS calibration, etc.) that I shouldn’t miss?
• What should I ask the dealer to demonstrate before I sign the delivery documents?

I’ve also noticed that many dealers (irrespective of the brand) in my area don’t seem very supportive of third-party PDI inspectors (although I haven’t confirmed this with my dealer yet).

Would you recommend:

• Hiring a professional PDI service, or
• Doing the inspection myself with a detailed checklist?

If you’ve taken delivery from a Mahindra showroom recently, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience—both good and bad. Any tips or lessons learned would be incredibly helpful.

Thanks in advance! ☺️

How does door handle mechanism work on Pack One Above and Pack 2 Above? I understand it a two step process when unlocking the car:

Step 1) Push the handle to make it jut out
Step 2) Pull the handle to open the door

My question is, how does it close flush once you are inside the car and start driving? Is that operation electrically controlled? If yes, does it mean it contains a relay of sorts which can be upgraded or swapped with P3 relay to achieve auto extend and auto retract?

Second question: What is the service interval and can someone post what all is covered under servicing as per user manual for the next 3-5 years? I am assuming nothing really needs periodic replacement unless broken and things like cabin filter can be user replaced. I was able to service my previous diesel SUV myself so wondering what all EVs have under maintenance. Software update could be one thing but I heard Mahindra sends all software updates OTA?

The new Sierra EV looks promising and has got great features. It also promises 500+kms range. Will it be a competition for Xev 9s specially pack one and pack two ? And will magindra offer discounts in near future ?

Hi Guys, since the last couple of months we are trying to finalize a car. Initially it was Petrol vs diesel vs EV. Somehow we decided to go ahead with EV. My budget is around 25-27L ( after stretching ). We saw MG Windsor, Tata Harrier, Mahindra BE6, Mahindra XEV 9E but my wife and I liked XEV 9S due to the space and overall features it is offering in the 27L price bracket.

We wanted to go ahead with the booking of Pack 2 above Ruby Velvet color but then I saw news of the Sierra EV launch. Now today Sierra EV has been launched under the same price range with amazing features and almost the same Range. (~670KM).

Now I'm confused between these 2 models. I have both positive n negative things about Mahindra as well as z Tata after sales service. Also I have heard that Tata EV give 50-60% of actual claimed range.

We are a small family. Even if I get XEV 9S we would hardly use the 3rd row but again it gives quite good boot space after the 3rd row is folded. That's why we are considering it.

Please kindly advise.

My XEV 9S P3 C11 has finally been allocated! I'm trying to figure out which accessories are actually worth buying from Mahindra or the dealership, and which ones are better (or cheaper) to get from the aftermarket.

I'm based in Mumbai, so if anyone has recommendations for reliable accessory shops or installers, I'd really appreciate those as well.

Also, what's the consensus on the side step? Is it actually functional and worth the money, or is it mostly for looks? If you've installed one, I'd love to hear your experience and any recommendations.