Bharat NCAP evaluated two variants of the XUV400: EC L and EL LH(O).

The Mahindra XUV 400 EV has been awarded a 5-star rating by Bharat NCAP. The electric SUV scored 30.38 points for adult occupant protection and 43 points for child occupant safety.

In the frontal offset barrier test, the XUV 400 offered good protection to the head, neck and upper legs of the driver and passenger. It offered adequate protection to the chest and lower legs of the driver and good protection to the chest and lower body of the passenger.

The XUV 3XO offered good protection to the occupants in the side movable barrier and side pole impact tests.

Two variants of the XUV 400 EV were evaluated by Bharat NCAP. These include the EC L and EL LH(O) trims. The electric SUV comes equipped with front airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners, load limiters and seat belt reminders as standard. It has ESC and ISOFIX as well.

After some discussions over the past month with Mahindra customer care, it was agreed that a refund would be issued. The ownership of the car has now been transferred back to the dealer for a refund.

BHPian vickster recently shared this with other enthusiasts:

My Car Details

Model - XUV400EV ELPRO 39.4Kw
Year - 2024 April
Kms - 3200 Approx

I recently experienced an incident with my XUV400 car that left me a bit shaken. I had parked my car overnight out on my driveway after a drive in the evening. The next morning , our driver noticed smoke coming out from under the bonnet. He said it was intermittent and seemed to reduce a bit occasionally. But when it continued, I knew something was wrong.

I quickly got hold of a fire extinguisher that I had nearby and opened the Bonnet. I found that one of the coolant tanks was spewing hot coolant which was probably causing the smoke to spew out. I sprayed a bit of the extinguisher to put out the smoke. When I thought it was almost under control, a module (that the dealer later said was the VCU) also began emitting smoke from one of the connectors.

I immediately called the dealer's number to get some guidance on how to handle the situation. They advised me to call the fire department. By this time, a small crowd had gathered, and someone among them suggested removing the low-voltage battery terminal which we did. I presume this reduced the burning to an extent, preventing further damage. The fire department and Mahindra breakdown team arrived soon after by which time it was under control. Later in the evening, my car was towed to the dealer service center for further inspection and repairs where a team from Mahindra HQ is looking at it and doing some tests. Mahindra representative has informed that they do not have any reported cases such as this India wide and this is the first case. They have also said there have been instances of fire on the XUV400 reported at all.

I am writing this to know if any of the existing XUV400 owners have faced similar or fire related issues on this car model.

BHPian vickster shares an update:

Here is the latest Update on my car. The car has been lying in the workshop for a month now and I was informed by Mahindra that it would take more time as they were waiting for an update from their overseas parts vendor. I felt it is pointless to wait indefinitely without a solution in sight.

After some discussions over the past month with Mahindra customer care, it was agreed that a refund would be issued. The ownership of the car has now been transferred back to the dealer for a refund.

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In my Nexon with the 30 kWh battery, I was averaging 180kms with 10-15% remaining.

BHPian vickster recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I traded in my 2021 Nexon EV 30kw for a 2024 XUV400 39kw recently hoping to benefit from the longer range. I have run around 1000 km. Here is a summary of the range I have got until now.

The first time I charged it up to 100%, I got 196.2kms with 7% remaining. This was mostly in D and L mode in FUN. The driving style was not very aggressive but not conservative either.

The second time I charged it to 100%, I ran 214.4kms with 17% remaining. This was in D mode in FUN and mostly slower speeds of 50kmph and very sedate throttle inputs which is quite boring and cannot be sustained.

My understanding is that better range is achieved on highways rather than cities. In my Nexon with the 30kw battery, I was averaging 180kms with 10-15% remaining. XUV in comparison so far has not been impressive on the range front. I should try a longer highway trip to truly understand the range.

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The pure-electric version will also receive similar design and feature updates.

Mahindra has released the first teaser video of the upcoming XUV300 facelift. Besides a new design, it also gets a new name, the XUV 3XO.

The teaser reveals some of the design highlights of the new XUV 3XO. The SUV gets a redesigned front end featuring new LED headlamps, dual-tone alloy wheels and more. It has a totally new rear fascia with C-shaped LED taillights connected by an LED light bar.

Inside, the XUV 3XO will feature a larger, free-standing touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster and other features.

The XUV 3XO will carry forward the same 1.2-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. Currently, Mahindra offers a choice of 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic on all engines.

The pure-electric version will also receive similar design and feature updates.

The all-electric XUV400 could also receive similar updates in the future.

New spy images of the Mahindra XUV300 facelift have surfaced online. The latest prototypes appear to be of the production version and have minimal camouflage.

The latest spy images suggest that the overall shape of the XUV300 will remain unchanged. The SUV will get a heavily revised front fascia though, featuring a bold new look. It is expected to get U-shaped LED DRLs at the front and reworked LED tail lights.

Mahindra has also made a few changes to the interior. The XUV300 facelift will feature a larger touchscreen infotainment system. The free-standing unit can be seen in one of the spy images. The SUV is also expected to get a digital instrument cluster, among other features.

The XUV300 facelift will carry forward the same 1.2-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. Currently, Mahindra offers a choice of 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic on all engines. The all-electric XUV400 could also receive similar updates in the future.

Source: Rushlane

I have test driven almost all the “mainstream” EV models (viz. BYD E6 and Atto3, MG ZS EV, MG Comet, XUV400 and my colleague’s Hyundai Kona).

BHPian Contrapunto recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Legwork” before I decided to buy the XUV400 EL Pro

I have test-driven almost all the “mainstream” EV models (viz. BYD E6 and Atto3, MG ZS EV, MG Comet, XUV400, and my colleague’s Hyundai Kona). I exercised restraint in not “tasting” the EV6/ E6 in spite of “temptations” by friends.

My observations from driving the updated and “refreshed” XUV400 EL Pro which is what I am actively considering for purchase.

Positives

• A little wider than almost all cars in its segment and even from a price segment above. I specifically mean the interior volume for driver and rear seat passengers. It’s not only wider, but it’s also “perceptively” wider and feels more airy with the new light-coloured seats and dual-tone interior. This really makes a difference in perceived space, especially if you have a full car or you have a chauffeur driving you around.
• The balance of ride and handling is the best sorted one among all cars in this cohort listed above, and definitely better than ZS EV which is more expensive. The BYD E6 was the “floatiest” and crashed through at slightly taller speed breakers - which are dime a dozen in Bangalore. This feels like driving a “normal” car.
• There is a general solidity about the build and a sense of rigidity once you are sitting inside that’s difficult to find in most crossovers after the EcoSport days.
• The seats, especially in the front, and wide and very comfortable- I would again say the best in the segment. The dimensions are correct for an average height and unfit Indian (“me :-) ). I personally found the ergonomics really troublesome in the latest version of Nexon.
• Strong AC- true to all Mahindras.
• Rear AC vents and USB charging points. I understand this was missing in all the trims so far. …and ….
• Good safety- but that is table stakes these days. It's comment-worthy only if it's absent. This does not have the ADAS Level 2 features, but considering that I propose to use it mostly in the city and suburbs, I am OK with this.
• Last but not least- it comes with a spare tyre. This is a boon when most EVs are completely skipping this. BYD E6, Nexon, and ZS EV have a spare tyre, but Tiago EV, Punch EV, and others do not.

Even the more expensive models do not even have any provision for it. I wonder how buyers find the confidence to drive on Indian roads with just a puncture repair kit. I have experienced a punctured sidewall 4 times in the last 7-8 years, thrice in the middle of nowhere on perfectly good roads!! The absence of a spare tyre would be a dealbreaker for me. This was the main reason why I did not want to wait for the MG4 or the BYD Dolphin - neither of them has a wheel well to place a spare tyre, even if you are open to paying for it yourself.

Negatives/ “Meh” points - but I would keep this section in perspective to its price point of INR 18.5 Lakh OTR

1. The “bite” of the brake was a bit too sharp, this can be a bit more progressive perhaps
2. Spare tyre is a space saver - this needs an upgrade on Day 1
3. The rear seats could have done with a bit more under-thigh support.

and that’s about it.

The choice made, now it is time to tie up the financing, etc, and I hope no new model suddenly comes out in the next 2 months sending me back to the drawing board.

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If your budget is 20-25L then MG ZS EV is a more practical and overall better buy.

BHPian Love4Cars recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I did a test drive today of an EL Pro. At around 18.5L on the road, it looks like a really great VFM buy.

Pros for me:

• Build quality (like 300), increased boot space, more width offering a comfortable back seat. It may even allow 2 Child seats and a lean Adult in the middle (need to try).
• The car was super smooth and had a scary pickup for the city in Fearless mode.
• All must-have features including Auto IRVM, modern and bigger screens, Sunroof, and Height adjustable Seat belts (a necessity for my height of 5'4).
• The car had good ground clearance and great underbody protection throughout.
• Good fit and finish outside with a strong body when I tried to press against it. The gearbox felt more intuitive than dials and buttons coming from ICE ATs.

Cons:

• A few good to have features missing like EPB and Auto hold, Ventilated Seats, 360 Camera. But then it is priced cheaper than a Smaller Nexon by 1.3 Lacs. I would love an XUV 400 with these features even with an increase in price.
• NMC Battery: While as per Mahindra, NMC is great for a consumer and all, they themselves are moving to LFP with the VW deal. Hence, resale may take a hit. We may have an LFP XUV400 by the end of this year which may be more future-proof for Indian conditions.

Conclusion:

At 18.5L on the road in Gurgaon or even less in some states, it is an amazing VFM if that is what you would like to spend. So if your budget is say 16-17L, this makes a compelling case to extend. However, if your budget is 20-25L then MG ZS EV is a more practical and overall better buy.

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Mahindra is also offering massive discounts on the XUV400 electric SUV.

Mahindra is offering a discount of up to Rs 1.82 lakh on the XUV300. It is said that Mahindra dealerships are offering such big discounts because a facelift version is on the horizon.

Customers can avail of benefits on MY2023 and MY2024 cars. These include cash discounts, an exchange bonus, corporate discounts, extended warranty and accessories. The top-spec MY2023 W8 diesel trim gets the highest benefits, while the 2024 model gets benefits of up to Rs 1.57 lakh.

The 2023 XUV300 turbo-petrol in W8 (O) trim gets up to Rs 1.75 lakh, while the petrol W8 (O) is available with a discount of Rs 1.73 lakh. The MY2024 models get benefits of Rs 1.5 lakh and Rs 1.48 lakh, respectively.

The discounts on the W6 trims range from Rs 94,000 to Rs 1.33 lakh, while the W4 and W2 variants are offered with benefits worth Rs 51,935-73,000 and Rs 45,000, respectively.

Mahindra is also offering massive discounts on the XUV400 electric SUV. The top-spec EL variant is available with a discount of up to Rs 4.4 lakh, while the EL ESC variant gets benefits worth Rs 3.4 lakh. A corporate discount of Rs 40,000 is available on the MY2024 model.

Source: Autocar India

Bookings for the XUV400 Pro range will open on January 12, 2024. Deliveries will commence in February.

Mahindra has launched three new variants of the XUV400. The electric SUV is now available in EC Pro, EL Pro (34.5 kWh) and EL Pro (39.4 kWh), priced from Rs 15.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

The XUV400 Pro range comes equipped with a new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. The EV gets the 'Adrenox' connected car tech, offering over 50 features.

The XUV400 Pro also gets dual-zone automatic climate control with rear AC vents, a wireless charger and a rear USB port. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay will be made available through over-the-air firmware updates in the next few months.

The XUV400 Pro range is available in a new Nebula Blue exterior colour option. It gets a dual-tone interior with Satin-copper accents on the control knobs, shift lever and vent bezels. The seats are wrapped in perforated leatherette upholstery with copper stitching. 

Bookings for the XUV400 Pro range will open on January 12, 2024, from 2 pm onwards. The booking amount has been set at Rs 21,000. Deliveries will begin on February 1, 2024.

Mahindra XUV400 Pro ex-showroom prices:

• EC Pro 34.5 kWh / 3.3 kW AC Charger – Rs 15.49 lakh
• EL Pro 34.5 kWh / 7.2 kW AC Charger – Rs 16.74 lakh
• EL Pro 39.4 kWh / 7.2 kW AC Charger – Rs 17.49 lakh

The introductory prices are applicable to deliveries till May 31, 2024.

According to recent reports, the XUV400 will be offered in 'EC Pro' and 'EL Pro' trims.

Mahindra is all set to roll out the XUV400 facelift this year. Here are a few images detailing all the changes made to the electric SUV.

Surprisingly, the exterior of the XUV400 facelift looks similar to the outgoing version. Little has changed around the front end, with the car featuring a blanked-out front grille, projector headlamps with LED DRLs and L-shaped trim that extends from the fog lamps. It’s a similar story with the rear, with the same LED tail lamp cluster being carried over.

What has changed though is the interior. More specially, the updated XUV400 will get a larger touchscreen infotainment system. As you can see, the dashboard is under wraps, which means, we can expect to see a few changes in this area. The SUV is also likely to get a new digital instrument cluster.

According to recent reports, the XUV400 will be offered in 'EC Pro' and 'EL Pro' trims. The latter gets features like cruise control, auto-dimming IRVM, front fog lamps, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Alexa and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and a 10.25-inch instrument cluster.

The electric SUV will be offered with two battery options: a 34.5 kWh battery with 250 km of real-world range and a 39.4 kWh unit offering 290 km of maximum range. The EC Pro variant will get the smaller battery pack, while the EL Pro customers will be able to select between the two battery options depending on their usage.

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