Mahindra XEV 9S New Teaser Drops: Harman Kardon Audio, Powered Seats, and More Premium Kit Revealed Ahead of November 27 Launch
Mahindra’s electric assault ramps up with a fresh teaser for the XEV 9S, the brand’s first 7-seater EV SUV, spilling beans on luxury touches like a Harman Kardon sound system and memory-enabled powered driver’s seat that scream premium family hauler. Set to steal the show at the ‘Scream Electric’ event in Bengaluru on November 27, this INGLO-platform beast is Mahindra’s bid to conquer the three-row EV space, blending tech-laden cabins with real-world range for India’s growing green tribe.
The XEV 9S, previously teased as the XEV 7e before a snappier rename, builds on the XEV 9e and BE 6’s born-electric DNA but stretches the wheelbase for a proper 7-seater layout—think flexible space for school runs or weekend escapes without skimping on style. Priced from around Rs 21 lakh to Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom), it eyes direct shots at the Tata Harrier EV and BYD Atto 3, while flexing as a greener XUV700 alternative. The latest clip, a moody 30-second montage of cabin close-ups, confirms Mahindra’s upmarket ambitions: No more bare-bones EVs; this one’s a lounge on wheels.
At the heart of the interior reveal is a Harman Kardon premium audio setup—likely the 16-speaker Dolby Atmos beast from its siblings, tuned for immersive bass that turns traffic jams into concert halls. Flanking it: A powered driver’s seat with memory functions for effortless personalization, toggle-style power window switches (a quirky Mahindra hallmark), and ventilated/massaging front seats to combat India’s sweltering summers. The dashboard echoes the XEV 9e’s futuristic vibe with a triple 12.3-inch screen sprawl—driver’s digital cluster, central infotainment beast, and passenger entertainment panel—running Mahindra’s AdrenoX OS for seamless OTA updates and AI-assisted navigation. A flat-bottom, leather-wrapped steering wheel with an illuminated infinity logo adds flair, while multi-color ambient lighting and a panoramic sunroof stretch the lounge feel from dash to dome.
Flexibility reigns in the back: Sliding second-row seats let you juggle legroom between rows two and three, a flat-floor INGLO perk that makes the third row less of a penalty box and more of a viable perch for tweens. Up front, dual wireless chargers keep devices juiced, and three-zone climate control ensures harmony on long hauls—no more “Dad, it’s too cold!” squabbles. The frunk? Full-sized and strut-assisted for easy access to cables and coolers, a nod to EV practicality.
Safety gets no short shrift: Expect seven airbags, Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise, lane keep, auto emergency braking), a 360-degree camera for tight parking, TPMS, front/rear sensors, and an electronic parking brake with auto-hold—standard kit in this segment, but Mahindra’s calibration promises fewer false alarms on pothole-riddled roads. The connected suite via MAIA (Mahindra AI Architecture) adds remote parking, voice commands, and over-the-air tweaks, turning the XEV 9S into a rolling smart home.
Powertrain whispers point to shared LFP batteries from the XEV 9e: 59kWh for ~542km MIDC range or 79kWh pushing 656km, mated to a single-motor RWD setup (up to 282hp/380Nm) or a potential dual-motor AWD variant for torque-vectoring fun. Fast charging? 175kW DC for 20-80% in 20 minutes, keeping family road trips on schedule. Exteriors tease stacked LED headlamps with Y-shaped DRLs, aero wheels, and a closed grille badged “Mahindra Electric”—a sleeker, EV-native take on XUV700 aggression.
Auto insiders are buzzing. CarDekho’s preview calls the Harman Kardon and powered seats “game-changers for family EVs,” positioning the XEV 9S as a “tech-forward rival to Tata’s Harrier EV.” RushLane echoes the lounge-like cabin as “a step up from the XUV700,” while DriveSpark hails the sliding seats for “real 7-seater usability.” On X, #MahindraXEV9S lit up with 15,000 mentions post-teaser, fans gushing “Finally, a 7-seater EV that doesn’t look like a bus!” and dealers teasing “Bookings open Dec—expect 10,000 units in Q1.”
For Indian families—the core target—this XEV 9S hits home amid EV subsidies and rising fuel pain. At Rs 21 lakh, it’s a steal for ventilated luxury and 500+km range, slashing annual running costs to Rs 1/km versus Rs 7 for ICE rivals. Economically, it bolsters Mahindra’s EV push toward 20% market share by 2027, with INGLO exports eyeing U.S. grey markets for $30K family EVs. Lifestyle perks? Panoramic views for stargazing drives, Harman tunes for karaoke carpooling, and ADAS easing Mumbai merges. Sports fans? Torque for overtakes that’d make a W12 blush, minus the guilt.
As teasers build hype for November 27—bookings eyed for December, deliveries Q1 2026—the XEV 9S isn’t just Mahindra’s biggest EV; it’s a family fortress on electrons. With rivals like the Harrier EV looming, this could be the spark that electrifies three-row sales, proving EVs can seat seven without seating boredom.
By Mark Smith
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