Kia Syros EV vs Mahindra XEV 9S
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 Syros EV | Mahindra XEV 9S |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | HTX ER 51.4 kWh | Pack Three 79.0 kWh 7 STR No Charger |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹18.00 Lakh | ₹22.81 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 526 km | 679 km |
| Real-world range | 410 km | 530 km |
| Battery capacity | 51.4 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Motor power | 126.02 kW | 210.29 kW |
| DC fast charge | 39m | 20m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats |
What the numbers say
- Kia Syros EV has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹18.00 Lakh.
- Mahindra XEV 9S has the highest displayed claimed range at 679 km.
- Mahindra XEV 9S has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 20m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9S
679 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9S
₹22.81 Lakh for 679 km
Best Performance
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9S
210.29 kW, 0-100 in 7s
Best for City
Winner
Kia Syros EV
10.2 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Mahindra XEV 9S
0-80% in 20 min
Most Spacious
Winner
Kia Syros EV
465L 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) | ₹18.00 Lakh | ₹22.81 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 23 Jul 2026 | 26 Nov 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 526 km | 679 km Best |
| Real World Range | 410 km | 530 km Best |
| Battery Capacity | 51.4 kWh | 79 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 10.2 km/kWh Best | 8.6 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 39m | 20m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 5 hrs Best | 12 hrs |
| Motor Power | 126.02 kW | 210.29 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 202 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1s | 7s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats Best |
| Boot Space | 465 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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