Kia Carens Clavis EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 22 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | Kia Carens Clavis EV | Mahindra XEV 9e |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | HTX ER 51.4 kWh 7 STR | Pack Three 79.0 kWh No Charger |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹22.54 Lakh | ₹25.42 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 490 km | 656 km |
| Real-world range | 382 km | 510 km |
| Battery capacity | 51.4 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Motor power | 126.02 kW | 210.29 kW |
| DC fast charge | 39m | 20m |
| Seating | 7 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- Kia Carens Clavis EV has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹22.54 Lakh.
- Mahindra XEV 9e has the highest displayed claimed range at 656 km.
- Mahindra XEV 9e has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 20m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9e
656 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9e
₹25.42 Lakh for 656 km
Best Performance
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9e
210.29 kW, 0-100 in 6.8s
Best for City
Winner
Kia Carens Clavis EV
9.5 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9e
0-80% in 20 min
Most Spacious
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9e
663L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹22.54 Lakh | ₹25.42 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 15 Jul 2025 | 1 Mar 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 490 km | 656 km Best |
| Real World Range | 382 km | 510 km Best |
| Battery Capacity | 51.4 kWh | 79 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 9.5 km/kWh Best | 8.3 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 39m | 20m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 5 hrs Best | 11 hrs |
| Motor Power | 126.02 kW | 210.29 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | - | 6.8s |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | - | 663 L |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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