The Mahindra XUV400 will challenge the rivals like the Tata Nexon EV Max and the MG ZS EV
With electric cars now getting popular in the market and the buyers now strongly considering the electric SUVs like the Tata Nexon EV as competent alternatives to other SUV in the market, a number of car manufacturers are expanding their EV line-up in the country. Mahindra also launched the new XUV400 electric SUV in India and here is a quick Mahindra XUV400 vs Tata Nexon EV spec comparison that you should check out.
Powertrain And Performance
Powering the new XUV400 electric SUV is a 149 PS electric motor that delivers a maximum torque output of 310 Nm. The motor draws its charge from a 39.5 kWH battery pack that offers it a claimed range of over 450 km on a single charge.
| Mahindra XUV400 | Tata Nexon EV Max | |
| Battery capacity | 39.5 kWh | 40.5 kWh |
| No of motors | 1 | 1 |
| Max Power | 149 PS | 143 PS |
| Max Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Claimed Range | 456 km | 437 km |
| 0-100kmph (claimed) | 8.3 sec | under 9 sec |
| Top Speed | 160 kmph | 140 kmph |
| 50 kW DC fast charging time ( 0-80%) | 50 min | 56 min |
| 7.2 kW AC Fast charging time (0-100%) | 6 hrs 30 min | 6.5 hrs |
The Nexon EV Max on the other hand gets a 143 PS motor that delivers 250 Nm of maximum torque. The Nexon EV is offered with a 40.5 kWh battery pack and has a claimed range of 437 km.
Design And Dimensions
The new XUV400 shares its exterior design language with the XUV300 but is slightly longer in length and boasts a larger footprint when compared to the Tata Nexon EV Max. The SUV also gets a new front fascia largely dominated by a closed grille, new X-shaped inserts, and copper-coloured trim elements and roof.
| Dimensions | Mahindra XUV400 | Tata Nexon EV MAX |
| Length | 4200 mm | 3993 mm |
| Width | 1634 mm | 1616 mm |
| Height | 1821 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2498 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 205 mm |
| Boot Space | 378 L | 350 L |
The Tata Nexon EV Max however retains similar looks and is offered with many subtle changes that give it a unique character. The XUV400 EV also offers a larger and more usable boot.
Verdict
The Mahindra XUV400 is currently being offered as a practical and a smart looking electric SUV and gives a tough competition to the rivals like the Nexon EV Max and the MG ZS EV.
The Tata Nexon EV also offers a similar package but does offer a slightly longer features list for the buyers. Picking a clear winner here is extremely difficult as both SUVs offer a similar package however XUV400 offers longer range of 456 km, more interior space, extra boot space and fun-to-drive 150 PS & 310 NM electric motor with top speed of 158 kmph along with class leading handling, driving dynamics and suspension setup.