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Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra XEV 9e

The Hyundai Creta Electric and the Mahindra XEV 9e are two of India's most cross-shopped electric cars in 2026. This side-by-side EV comparison lines them up on the specs that decide a purchase — price, real-world range, battery, power and charging — so you can see the trade-offs at a glance.

Spec
Hyundai Creta Electric
Mahindra XEV 9e
Leads on 8 specs
Starting price
₹18.02–24.7 Lakh
₹21.9–30.5 Lakh
Body type
SUV
SUV
Battery
51.4 kWh
79 kWh
Range (claimed)
510 km
656 km
Real-world range
~385 km
~490 km
Power
171 bhp
282 bhp
Torque
255 Nm
380 Nm
Acceleration
7.9s 0-100 km/h
6.8s 0-100 km/h
Top speed
202 km/h
Fast charge
50 kW
175 kW
Fast charge time
10–80% in 58 min
20–80% in 20 min
Full charge
11 kW AC
11 kW AC
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Seating
5
5
Boot / storage
433 L
663 L
Model year
2026
2026
Highlights
  • · Dual 10.25-inch screens
  • · Front ventilated seats
  • · Panoramic sunroof
  • · Level 2 ADAS
  • · Triple 12.3-inch screens
  • · 150L frunk + 663L boot
  • · Level 3 autonomous-ready ADAS
  • · Dolby Atmos audio

On price, the Hyundai Creta Electric starts lower at ₹18.02–24.7 Lakh (ex-showroom).

For range, the Mahindra XEV 9e goes further on a charge (about 490 km).

Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra XEV 9e: which should you buy?

On paper, the Mahindra XEV 9e leads on more of the headline specs than the Hyundai Creta Electric. That said, the "right" EV depends on what you value most — a lower price, longer real-world range, faster charging or specific features — so read the table row by row against your own needs before deciding.

Want to change one of the vehicles or add a third? Open the interactive EV comparison tool to build your own head-to-head. You can also browse the full EV catalog, estimate EMIs with the EV EMI calculator, or see running-cost savings with the EV vs petrol cost calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Hyundai Creta Electric or the Mahindra XEV 9e better value?

It depends on your budget and needs. The Hyundai Creta Electric starts cheaper, but value also comes down to real-world range, charging speed and features — compare the full spec table above and run the numbers on our EV EMI and cost calculators.

Which has the longer range, the Hyundai Creta Electric or the Mahindra XEV 9e?

The Mahindra XEV 9e has the higher quoted range. Remember that real-world range is typically lower than claimed (ARAI/IDC) figures, so check the "real-world range" row above for a more realistic comparison.

Can I compare other electric cars too?

Yes. Use our free EV comparison tool to compare any two or three electric vehicles in India side by side, across cars, scooters and bikes.