Mahindra recently showcased their upcoming electric vehicle, the XUV400. Even before its official launch in early 2023, this e-SUV is grabbing many eyeballs, thanks to the good driving range, power-packed battery and loaded features. But how does the Mahindra XUV400 compete against the already popular, MG ZS EV? In this article, we pitch Mahindra XUV400 vs MG ZS EV and share with you, which is the right electric vehicle for you.
Mahindra XUV400 vs MG ZS EV - Dimensions
| Dimensions | Mahindra XUV400 | MG ZS EV |
| Length | 4,200 mm | 4,323 mm |
| Width | 1,634 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,821 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,585 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | NA |
| Boot space | 378 litres | 488 litres |
As can be seen, MG ZS EV is longer and wider than the upcoming XUV400. Even the bootspace of the ZS EV sticks to 488 litres compared to 378 litres as found in the Mahindra XUV400. On the other hand, it is the XUV400 which gets a bigger wheelbase and is taller than the ZS EV. The ground clearance of the upcoming XUV400 sticks to 200 mm.
Mahindra XUV400 vs MG ZS EV - Battery Capacity
| Specs | Mahindra XUV400 | MG ZS EV |
| Motor Type | AC Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Battery Capacity | 39.4 kWh | 50.3 kWh |
| Charging Time | 0-80% in 50 mins vs DC Fast charger ; 6.5 hours with 7.2 kW AC Charger to fully charge the battery | 0-80 % in 60 mins via DC fast charger ; AC wall charger - 8.5 to 9 hours for 100% ; Portable charger - 18-19 hours for 100% |
| Maximum Power | 149 bhp | 174 bhp |
| Maximum Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic | Single-speed automatic |
As can be seen, it is the ZS EV that gets a bigger 50.3 kWh battery and it churns out a peak power and torque of 174 bhp and 280 Nm, respectively. The upcoming XUV400 is equipped with a smaller battery pack of 39.4 kWh and it belts out 149 bhp of power with a peak torque of 310 Nm.
Mahindra XUV400 vs MG ZS EV - Performance and Driving Range
| Specs | Mahindra XUV400 | MG ZS EV |
| Driving Range | 456 km | 461 km |
| 0-100 kmph | 8.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Top-speed | 150 kmph | 175 kmph |
As can be seen, even with a larger battery pack ZS EV has, it gets a driving range of just 461 km compared to 456 km found in XUV400. Mind you, the battery pack of XUV400 sticks to 39.4 kWh compared to 50.3 kWh found in the ZS EV. Performance-wise, the XUV400 can do 0 to 100 kmph sprint in just 8.3 seconds while the top-speed sticks to 150 kmph only.
Mahindra XUV400 vs MG ZS EV - Price, Warranty and Colours
| Model | Price | Warranty | Colours |
| Mahindra XUV400 | NA | NA | Everest White, Arctic Blue, Napoli Black, Galaxy Grey, Infinity Blue |
| MG ZS EV | Rs 21.99 lakh to Rs 25.88 lakh | 8-year/1.50 lakh km - Battery ; 5-year/Unlimited km - Vehicle | Currant Red, Ferry White, Sable Black, Ashen Silver |
The XUV400 is yet to be launched in the Indian market and we expect it to be priced between Rs 16 lakh to Rs 20 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. The MG ZS EV is made available in two variants - Excite and Exclusive and the price starts from Rs 21.99 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi.
Feature-wise, it is surely the MG ZS EV that targets more whereas the XUV400 continues with most features that are made available in the XUV300. Which one of these EVs will be your pick? Do tell us by joining our 91Wheels Telegram group.
