Mahindra XUV400 VS Tata Nexon EV MAX

Mahindra & Mahindra recently introduced the much-awaited all-electric XUV400 in the Indian market. This electrified version of XUV300 is aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon EV MAX and promises a lot in terms of range, performance and technology. Leading the affordable EV marketplace, Tata Motor’s workhorse holds the limelight as the best-selling EV in the country and enjoys its dominance in the market. Set to launch at the start of 2023, the XUV400 is trying hard to conquer some market share off the Tata EV. Let us see how the two SUVs stack up against each other.

 

Mahindra XUV400 VS Tata Nexon EV MAX: Dimensions

In terms of dimension, the Mahindra XUV400 definitely takes the win with a cabin that is not only longer, wider and taller than the competition but also sports the longest wheelbase in its segment. Measuring 4,2 metres in length, the Mahindra EV is almost 207 mm longer than the Tata. The XUV also takes the lead in the boot space department with 378 litres of cargo area as compared to 350 litres in the Nexon EV.

Specifications	Mahindra XUV400	Tata Nexon EV MAX
Length	4200 mm	3993 mm
Width	1821 mm	1811 mm
Height	1634 mm	1616 mm
Wheelbase	2600 mm	2498 mm
Boot Space	378 litre	350 litre

 

 

Mahindra XUV400 VS Tata Nexon EV MAX: Power Figures

Once again the Mahindra XUV400 rules the books with a class leading performance of 150 bhp and 310 Nm against the Nexon EV MAX’s 143 bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque. The Mahindra car also manages to complete the 0-100 kmph sprint in under 8.3 seconds.

Specifications	Mahindra XUV400	Tata Nexon EV MAX
Power	150 bhp	143 bhp
Torque	310 Nm	250 Nm

 

Mahindra XUV400 VS Tata Nexon EV MAX: Features Comparison

Mahindra Cars and Tata Motors have loaded their EVs with a plethora of modern features. But the Nexon EV MAX takes the victory here with features like ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, wireless charging, electric sunroof, semi-digital instrument cluster, and electronic parking brakes amongst other bits. The features list on the XUV400 includes a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with 60-plus connected car tech, electric sunroof, analogue cluster with a small MID, OTA updates, one pedal driving and more. The Nexon offers 2 driving modes, Drive and Sport while the XUV gets three modes, Fun, Fast and Fearless.

 

Mahindra XUV400 VS Tata Nexon EV MAX: Battery Capacity, Range and Charging Options

Specifications	Mahindra XUV400	Tata Nexon EV MAX
Battery Capacity	39.4 kWh	40.5 kWh
Claimed Range	456 Kilometres	437 Kilometres
Charging Time	0-80% in 50 Mins (50 kW Fast Charging)	0-80% in 56 Mins (50 kW Fast Charging)

 

The Tata Nexon EV has a slight edge with 40.5 kWh battery capacity over the 39.4 kWh in the XUV400. However, the story is quite opposite in terms of the claimed range. The XUV400 promises to deliver a range of 456 kilometres on a single charge as compared to the 437 kilometres on the Nexon EV MAX. Both cars accept similar 50 kW fast charging that runs the battery from 0-80 percent in under an hour on both models.

 

Mahindra XUV400 VS Tata Nexon EV MAX: Pricing

The Tata Nexon EV MAX currently sells at the price range of Rs 18.34 lakh to Rs 20.04 lakh (ex-showroom). Although the prices of the Mahindra XUV400 will be revealed in January 2023, we expect it to be priced around the same ball park of Rs 18 and Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom).

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