Mahindra has introduced a long wheel base variant of its well known SUV, XUV 300. But with this new avatar it comes with electric motor instead of the IC engine. This new Mahindra XUV 400 is now available in three variants. The price of the XUV 400 starts at Rs.15.99 Lakh for the base EC variant and goes up to Rs.18.99 Lakh ex-showroom for the top end EL variant.
The Mahindra XUV 400 is a good looking vehicle from every angle. It looks similar to the XUV300. At the front you can see projector headlamps and LED DRLs.
As it is an EV, the radiatore grille portion is covered here with a metal plate. Mahindra logo and small copper coloured designs can be seen on that plate. Lot of copper elements are provided on the front bumper. A skid plate provided on the car retains its SUV style from the front.
You can see the beautiful 16 inch diamond cut alloy wheels of the XUV 400 from sides. Black electrically foldable ORVMs are provided with turn indicators. Thick black claddings provided on the wheel arches and at the door bottom are making it muscular from sides. It is a 4.2meter long vehicle with 2.6 meter wheelbase, you can notice that length from sides.
At the rear you can find a beautifully designed muscular looking tail gate of the XUV 400. Tail lamps provided on the car perfectly syncing with the overall design of the tail gate. A thick bumper with reflectors and skid plate are making it a perfect SUV from rear.
The XUV 400 is also provided with a single pane sunroof and grab rails.
The XUV 400 comes with all black interior with some copper inserts at dash board and at the centre console.
Even though it is a new gen electric vehicle you can't see that flashing or eye-catching designs or equipments in this SUV that usually find with other EVs. It could have improved its touch screen infotainment system, which looks outdated. It is a 7 inch infotainment system which supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Reverse parking camera is also integrated with this system. Driver side display provided on the vehicle is very clear. Battery charge, brake energy regeneration and range informations are provided on it. It has a good leather wrapped steering wheel, audio control buttons are provided on it.
As mentioned earlier, it is a long vehicle and having a 2600mm wheelbase, this makes the XUV 400 a very spacious vehicle in its class. It comes with very comfortable seats at the front and back. Although we miss ventilated seats even as an optional package. It has good shoulder room at the back and so three people can sit comfortably here. Again, we miss rear A/c vent in this vehicle.
The XUV 400 available in three variants with a single electric motor and two battery packs. The three variants are..
- XUV 400 EC
- XUV 400 EC Fast Charger
- XUV 400 EL Fast Charger
The EC variants of the XUV400 comes with 34.5kW battery packs and the EL variant is provided with a 39.4kW battery pack. With the help of a 50kW DC fast charger, The 39.4kW battery pack can be charged from 0-80% in 50 min. Other options are AC chargers. This vehicle can be fully charged in 6.5 hours with a 7.2kW AC fast charger but it will take 13 hours to get charged with 3.3 kW charger. Also you can charge the XUV400 with a portable charger that can be plugged into any 16A domestic power outlet.
It is a fun to drive electric SUV. The electric motor produces 150PS power and 310Nm torque to the front wheels, enabling this SUV to clock 0-100kmph in 8.3 seconds! Moreover the XUV 400 is provided with FUN, FAST AND FEARLESS drive modes, which gives the freedom to opt the desired drive mode as per the need.
Important Figures
- Length: 4200mm
- Width: 1821mm
- Height: 1634mm
- Wheelbase: 2600mm
- Weight: 1578kg
- Wheel size: 16inch
- Seating Capacity: 05
- No.of Drive modes: 03
- Max.Power: 150Ps
- Max.Torque: 310Nm
- Acceleration (0-100kmph): 8.3 sec.
- Battery Capacity: 39.4kWh/34.5kWh
- Charging time: 50min.
- Range: 456/375kms
Safety.
The XUV 400 comes from a Global NCAP 5-Star crash safety rated platform. It is equipped with six air bags, ABS with EBD, ESP, all wheel disc brakes, reverse parking camera, auto-dimming rear view mirror, blind spot detection and many more.
In conclusion, the Mahindra XUV 400 is a powerfull, handsome and a well built electric SUV. It promises good drivability along with 456km claimed range. Although it misses some important features like rear A/c vents and ventilated seats, it comes with a very practical and spacious cabin with nice and comfortable seats. Definitely you can consider this vehicle if you are in the budget range of its price tag.
If you want to check its competitor Nexon EV then click here.
As always, Drive safe & Happy Driving.
Note:All images used in this blog has been taken from Manufacturer's website for presentation purpose.
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