Mahindra claims a range of 456 km on a full charge (ARAI testing) and in the real world, if one drives conservatively, 250 - 300 km seem obtainable. Translated, you’ll be paying just Rs. 1.07 per km which is an incredibly sweet figure.
Mahindra XUV400 Pros
- Finally a proper EV from Mahindra that's well-built and refined
- Zero tailpipe emissions & green image will appeal to the environmentally-conscious
- 250-300 km real-world driving range should be adequate for city commutes & inter-city travel to nearby destinations
- Exhilarating performance! 0-100 km/h in 8.3 sec is fun
- Remarkably cheap fuel cost of 1 rupee / km (if you charge at home)
- Sorted road manners & solid high-speed stability due to the lower center of gravity & firmer suspension. Beautiful handling package
- Smooth drive, no gears, one pedal operation, light controls & compact size make it an ideal city car
- Spacious and wide cabin with comfortable seats. Now gets a more practical 378-litre boot too
- Well-equipped with features like drive modes, sunroof, cruise control, auto headlamps & wipers
- Safety kit includes 6 airbags, disc brakes all-round, IP67 protection for motor and battery, and adjustable headrests for all 5 passengers. The XUV300 has scored 5-stars in the GNCAP!
- Low running costs & cheaper long-term maintenance (as is the case with all EVs)
Mahindra XUV400 Cons
- Launch & deliveries are still some time away (in 2023)
- Needs a charging point installed at your home parking spot. This is not doable for many people
- Lack of charging infrastructure limits long-distance / highway usability
- Long “full tank” charging times in comparison with an ICE car. Overnight charging is best
- Boring interior design feels kind of old by current standards
- Concerns over niggles in a freshly baked Mahindra EV. Our test car itself had issues!!
- A few cabin plastics & rough areas don't feel premium
- Mahindra's after-sales service quality is a hit or miss. Remains a gamble
- Missing features such as fog lamps, front parking sensors, auto-dimming IRVM, ventilated seats, wireless charging, rear AC vents, etc. Some of these are provided in the XUV300
- Will carry a price premium, like most EVs today. We expect the pricing to be in the vicinity of the Nexon EV
Read Team-BHP's detailed Mahindra XUV400 EV Review.