Mahindra has extended the XEV 9S variant lineup with a new six-seat option. Where the second-row bench seat is replaced by individual captain seats. The upgrade was revealed in August 2026. Targeting customers interested in getting a premium seating experience from their three-row electric SUV.

The new version features second-row passengers having their own seats and extra space between them. It is thought that it will allow for better comfort during long trips and easier access to the third row as well.

The six-seater XEV 9S will be available for some higher variants but not for the base ones. Mahindra continues to offer its regular seven-seater lineup for those who give preference to the maximum number of seats.

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Pricing Stars at Rs 25.25 lakh

The new variant comes in four variants. The prices are ex-showroom, pan India, and have a premium of about ₹20,000 as compared to their respective seven-seater models.

  • XEV 9S Pack Two Above 70kWh: ₹25.25 lakh
  • XEV 9S Pack Two Above 79kWh: ₹26.15 lakh.
  • XEV 9S Pack Three 79kWh: ₹28.05 lakh
  • XEV 9S Pack Three Above 79kWh: ₹30.15 lakh

Therefore, the six-seater variant falls in the top half of the XEV 9S variants. The six-seater offers customers a chance to get a more luxurious variant. Without changing the model and power train.

What is Special About the New Cabin?

The biggest change made in the new cabin is the second row seating layout. The captain seats have been separated by a center console. To provide the passengers with more personal space than usual in a bench layout.

Main highlights of the cabin include:

  • Captain chairs in the second row.
  • Increased personal space for rear passengers.
  • Air conditioning vents in the rear part of the cabin.
  • USB ports.
  • Easy access to the third row.
  • Lounge-style cabin design.

Also, the XEV 9S is equipped with a panoramic glass roof, an infotainment system screen, a digital dashboard, ventilated and heated front seats, climate control, ambient lighting and other advanced technologies.

Battery and Range Specifications

Mahindra gives you an option of selecting the XEV 9S from several battery packs. The six-seater Pack Two Above comes with either the 70kWh or 79kWh battery. While the Pack Three and Pack Three Above come with the latter battery.

With the 70kWh battery, your XEV 9S will be able to travel up to 600km in one go. While with the 79kWh battery, you can go up to 679km. These numbers come as test-cycle claims and may differ depending on driving conditions, speed, passenger number and climate.

XEV 9S is developed by Mahindra using its INGLO platform and comes with DC fast-charging capability. It has a three-row seating capacity which makes it a more practical SUV among the EVs out there.

Seven-Seat Version Available Too

The choice of Mahindra to keep the seven-seater XEV 9S gives customers two different choices. While the former suits families who need more passengers to transport. The latter puts more emphasis on the comfort of the passengers seated at the back.

ELCTRIK Speaks

The addition of the six-seater XEV 9S into the electric SUV range offered by Mahindra is a smart move. Considering that many customers might prefer comfort over high seating capacity. The captain seats have helped make the car interior seem luxurious and bigger. While retaining the electric SUV's core attributes. It is also worth mentioning that there isn’t much difference in price between the two variants of the car. Many long-distance traveling families might find this model attractive.

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