Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. announced pricing for the fun and fast XUV400, its first electric SUV, unveiled on World EV Day in 2022. The XUV400 is designed and engineered for car buyers looking to join the electric revolution. Set to take Mahindra's electrification journey forward, the all-electric SUV will be priced from INR 1.599 million.

The introductory prices are applicable on the first 5,000 bookings for each of the two variants. Mahindra aims to deliver 20,000 units of the XUV400 within a year of its launch, considering the challenges of the structural gap between the demand and supply of automotive-grade semiconductors and the availability of battery packs. The XUV400 is the first EV from Mahindra to feature the electrifying copper twin peak logo, giving it a distinctive presence on the road.

Available in two variants ­ XUV400 EL powered by a 39.4 kWh battery and XUV400 EC powered by a 34.5 kWh battery, the eSUV will come in five exciting colour options ­ Arctic Blue, Everest White, Galaxy Grey, Napoli Black and Infinity Blue with dual tone option of Satin Copper. The eSUV comes with a standard warranty of 3 years /unlimited kms and will additionally come with a warranty of 8 years or 160,000 kms (whichever is earlier) for the battery & motor. The all-electric XUV400 has the fast acceleration in the non-luxury segment; 0-100 kmph in a mere 8.3 seconds, top speed of 150 kmph.

Operating in the C-segment SUV category, the XUV400 is 4200 mm long and boasts a wheelbase of 2600 mm, which offers its occupants not only excellent cabin space and legroom to luxuriate in but also best-in-class boot space of 378 litres/418 litres (up to roof). The XUV400 provides the highest power 110kW (150PS) and torque 310 Nm in its segment, powered by a high capacity 39.4 kWh and 34.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, delivering an anxiety-free range of 456 kilometres and 375 kilometres respectively, as per Indian driving cycle standards (MIDC). The XUV400 is every inch an authentic Mahindra SUV, with the dynamics and eco-friendliness of an electric drivetrain.

The XUV400 offers drive modes with a unique combination of steering, throttle and regen response ­ Fun, Fast, Fearless. The unique segment-first single pedal drive mode, the Lively mode, allows for a seamless and effortless driving experience in dense traffic. To top it all, the first-in-class gamification of driving behaviours makes it fun to get the sci-fi max range out of the eSUV and even measure the fun quotient with the thrill-o-meter.

The vehicle also comes with best-in-industry dust and waterproof battery pack and motor, which meets IP67 standards. The all-electric XUV400 will be available for bookings starting January 26, 2023 and the deliveries will begin in March 2023 for XUV400 EL and during Diwali festive season for XUV400 EC. The customer can now experience the electrifying test drive at their nearest dealership.

The Phase 1 of the launch will cover the following 34 cities viz. Ahmedabad, Surat, Jaipur, Mumbai MMR, Nasik, Verna (Goa), Pune, Nagpur, Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum, Cochin, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Delhi NCT, Kolkata, Dehradun, Coimbatore, Aurangabad, Bhubaneshwar, Kolhapur, Mysore, Mangalore, Vadodara, Patna, Calicut, Raipur, Ludhiana, Udaipur, Jammu, Guwahati, Lucknow, Agra, Indore. Variant walk-through: XUV400 EC: Performance: Range: 375 kms (MIDC); Battery: 34.5 kWh; Motor: 110 kW (150 PS); Torque: 310 Nm.

Safety: All 4 Disc Brakes; ISOFIX /Child Seat Anchors; PAB deactivation switch; 3 Point seatbelts. Design: R16 steel wheels; Halogen MFR Headlamp; LED Taillamps; Sill Cladding; Wheel arch cladding; Spoiler. Technology: L-mode: City Assist (single-pedal drive); Connected Car; Electric adjustable ORVM; Single Zone Manual AC; Drive Modes (with steering modes).

Comfort & Convenience: Fabric Seat Upholstery; Height adjustable seatbelts; 4-way adjustable driver Seat; 60:40 Split 2nd Row. XUV400 EL (Over XUV400 EC): Performance: Range: 456 kms (MIDC); Battery: 39.4 kWh; Motor: 110 kW (150 PS); Torque: 310 Nm. Safety: Follow me home headlamps; Reverse Camera with Adaptive; Guidelines; Side & Curtain Airbag.

Design: R16 Alloys with Diamond Cut; Projector Headlamp with DRL; Roof Rails; Door Cladding. Technology: 17.78 cm Touch Screen Infotainment; Android Auto & Apple Car Play; Passive keyless entry with push button start; Auto Headlamp & Wiper; Smart watch connectivity; Electric Adjustable & Foldable ORVM. Comfort & Convenience: Leatherette Seats; Electric Sunroof with Anti-pinch; Height adjustable driver seat; Rear Wiper & Washer; Rear Demister; Rear armrest with storage; Front armrest with storage.