Mahindra & Mahindra has taken the wraps off its first all-electric SUV – Mahindra XUV400. Part of the Mahindra EV iconic brand XUV recently announced in the UK, the XUV400 is the first EV from Mahindra to feature the twin peaks logo with satin copper finish, giving it a distinctive presence on the road.

The XUV400 is Mahindra’s first major EV product after the REVAi, e2o, and eVerito. Mahindra recently unveiled its upcoming five electric SUV concepts based on the company’s new INGLO EV skateboard platform. These concepts will be sold via two sub-brands, XUV.e and BE.

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 but also best-in-class boot space of 378 litres/418 litres (up to the roof). At 1821 mm, it is also the widest e-SUV in the category.

The XUV400 also becomes the first Indian make passenger vehicle with the fastest acceleration in the non-luxury segment as it attains the 100 kmph mark from standstill in a mere 8.3 seconds and goes on to reach a top speed of 150 kmph. The XUV400 also gets three drive modes (Fun, Fast and Fearless) and segment-first single pedal drive mode ‘Lively mode’ for an effortless driving experience in dense traffic

A full charge delivers an anxiety-free range of 456 kilometres as per Indian driving cycle standards (MIDC). This comes via a 39.4kW battery pack that uses state-of-the-art Li-ion cells, which offer longevity as well as quick charging – it takes only 50 minutes to complete 80% charging with the 50kW DC fast charger.

When charged via a 7.2 kW/32A outlet, it takes 6 hours 30 minutes for 0-100% charge and the same is achieved in 13 hours while using a standard 3.3 kW/16A domestic socket. The XUV400 comes with the best-in-industry dust and waterproof battery pack, which meets IP67 standards.

The XUV400 EV retains all its learnings from the XUV300 Global NCAP rating as it is built on a five-star rated platform and comes with class-leading safety features. The vehicle has the highest functional safety rating, developed as per ISO standards, for an India-built EV. The XUV400 is equipped with comprehensive safety equipment. This includes six airbags, a first-in-class offering in a mainstream EV, disc brakes all around, ISOFIX seats and more.

The Mahindra XUV400 electric SUV will be available in five exciting colours: Arctic Blue, Everest White, Galaxy Grey, Napoli Black and Infinity Blue with a dual-tone roof option in Satin Copper finish.

Deliveries of the XUV400 are scheduled to begin at the end of January 2023 in the Indian market.