Mahindra introduced a significant interior and feature overhaul for its XUV400 SUV in January 2024, bringing it closer to competitors like the Tata Nexon EV. The XUV400's competitiveness and overall driving experience have been improved with several improvements included in this version.
Powertrain Specifications
The Mahindra XUV400, in its EL Pro guise, is equipped with a 39.5 kWh battery pack paired with a 110 kW motor, delivering an impressive power output of 148bhp and 310Nm of torque. This power is transmitted through a single-speed transmission, driving the front wheels. The XUV400 offers three driving modes along with an additional L mode enhancing regenerative braking effects. Notably, Tata claims a 0-100kmph acceleration time of 8.9 seconds, while the more powerful XUV400 achieves it in 8.3 seconds.
Charging Options
The XUV400 provides users with three charging options to suit their convenience. A 3.3 kW AC charger offers a full charge in 13.5 hours, while a 7.2 kW charger accomplishes the same in 6.5 hours. For faster charging, users can opt for a 50 kW DC fast charger, which charges the XUV400 from 10 to 100 percent in just 50 minutes, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum usability.
Real-World Range Test
Mahindra claims an official range of 456 km for the top-spec EL Pro 39.4 kWh model of the XUV400. During our real-world range test, we observed the following:
- Starting with a fully charged battery, the onboard trip computer displayed a Distance To Empty (DTE) of 278 km in the default fun mode.
- At the 75 percent battery mark, we had covered 67.2 km, with the trip computer indicating a remaining range of 209 km.
- By the time the battery reached 50 percent capacity, we had traveled 129.3 km, with a remaining range of 138 km.
- At 10 percent battery, we had completed 228.2 km, with a DTE reading of 24 km.
- Finally, at zero percent battery, the XUV400 traveled an additional 27.8 km before coming to a complete stop at 256 km.
The XUV400 is a strong option in the electric SUV market because of these real-world results which also demonstrate the vehicle's remarkable economy and validate Mahindra's stated range.