Like many electric vehicles, the Mahindra XUV400 also runs on a single speed transmission. This is typical in EVs, where it presents benefits of simplicity and efficiency, but some potential buyers have questioned whether it is suited to highway driving. The question is whether the single speed setup can deliver the same high speed performance and efficiency as in ICE vehicles with multi speed transmissions. It’s argued that it restricts top end performance and efficiency at highway speeds, while others contend that the EV powertrain doesn’t need multiple gears. Discussion of this often includes comparisons to ICE vehicles, debates about how acceleration feels at different speeds, and considerations over the effect on long distance driving comfort and efficiency.