Monday, August 18, 2025

Mahindra XUV400 vs Tata Nexon EV MAX vs MG ZS EV vs Hyundai Kona Electric: Detailed Comparison

The long-awaited Mahindra XUV400 (electric version of XUV300) has finally been revealed ahead of its launch in January 2023. The C-segment electrified SUV gets a 39.5kWh battery pack, offering a claimed range of 456 kilometers on a single charge. But is that enough to compete with the likes of Tata Nexon EV Max, MG ZS EV, and Hyundai Kona Electric? Let’s find out.

Battery, Range, Performance and Charging Time

 Mahindra XUV400Tata Nexon EV MaxMG ZS EVHyundai Kona Electric
Battery capacity39.5kWh40.5kWh50.3kWh39.2kWh
No of motors1111
Max Power 149PS143PS176PS136Nm
Max Torque310Nm250Nm280Nm395Nm
Claimed Range456km437km461km452km
0-100kmph (claimed)8.3 secunder 9 sec8.5 sec9.7 sec
Top Speed160 kmph140 kmph
50 kW DC fast charging time ( 0-80%)50 min56 min1 hr57 min
7.2 kW AC Fast charging time (0-100%)6 hrs 30 min6.5 hrsaround 9 hrs6 hrs 10 min
Mahindra XUV400 vs Tata Nexon EV Max Vs Hyundai Kona Electric vs MG ZS EV: Specifications Comparison

– On paper, the all-new Mahindra XUV400 is undoubtedly very competitive. It’s more powerful than the Tata Nexon EV Max and Hyundai Kona electric, as well as the quickest among all. It is also the second most torquist of the lot after the Hyundai Kona Electric.

– Despite having a smaller battery pack, the Mahindra XUV400 claims more range than the Tata Nexon EV Max. Also, the range figure is quite on par with the MG ZS EV.

– The charging time of all the electric SUVs are more or less the same. However, due to its largest battery pack, the MG ZS EV takes the longest to charge from a 7.2 kW AC charger.

Dimensions

ParametersXUV400Nexon EV MAXZS EVKona Electric
Length (mm)4,2003,9934,3234,180
Width (mm)1,8211,6161,8091,800
Height (mm)16341,8111,6491,570
Wheelbase (mm)2,6002,4982,5852,600
Ground Clearance (mm)190205
Boot Space (L)378350470332
Mahindra XUV400 vs Tata Nexon EV Max Vs Hyundai Kona Electric vs MG ZS EV: Dimensions Comparison

Mahindra XUV400 is the second longest SUV amongst all. Also, it is the widest and has the longest wheelbase which should help it in providing better cabin space than others.

Features

Key FeaturesXUV400Nexon EV MaxZS EVKona Electric
HeadlampsHalogen ProjectorHalogen ProjectorLED ProjectorLED Projector
Alloy Wheels16-inch16-inch17-inch17-inch
Disc BrakesAll 4 disc brakeAll 4 disc brakeAll 4 disc brakeAll 4 disc brake
SunroofSingle-paneSingle-panePanoramicSingle-pane
Touchscreen Infotainment7-inch7-inch10.11-inch7-inch
Apple Carplay & Android Auto✅✅✅✅
Connected Car Tech✅✅✅❌
Auto AC✅✅✅✅
Rear AC vents❌✅✅❌
Cruise Control✅✅✅✅
Ventilated Front Seats❌✅✅✅
Wireless Smartphone Charger❌✅✅✅
Powered Driver’s Seat❌ (Manual)❌ (Manual)✅ (6-way)✅ (10-way)
Multi-regen BrakingNot known at the moment✅❌✅
Electronic Parking Brakes❌✅✅✅
Paddle Shifters❌❌❌✅ (for regen braking)
Drive ModesFUN, FAST & FEARLESSEco, City & SportEco, Sport & NormalECO, ECO+, Comfort & Sport
Heated ORVMNot known at the moment❌✅❌
No of Airbags6266
360° Camera❌ (only rear camera)❌ (only rear camera)✅❌ (only rear camera)
TPMSNot known at the moment✅✅✅
Electronic Stability Control✅✅✅✅
Driver Assistance Tech❌❌✅ (Rear Drive Assist, Blind Spot Detection System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist)❌
Mahindra XUV400 vs Tata Nexon EV Max Vs Hyundai Kona Electric vs MG ZS EV: Features Comparison

Author’s Take

The Mahindra XUV400 is not as feature-rich as other electric SUVs available in the Indian market. However, it gives tough competition to its rivals in terms of range and performance, at least on paper. Now, everything will depend on the pricing of the SUV, which will be revealed in early 2023.

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