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Mahindra Electric SUVs Revealed – XUV.e8, XUV.e9, BE.05, BE.07, BE.09
by Aurelia Butler 15 August 2022, 12:33
Mahindra has partnered with Volkswagen to make global electric SUVs a reality by sourcing EV componentsMahindra Born Elecrtic And XUV Electric RevealedYou might have figured that Mahindra has performance in its DNA. We have seen it in the 1,900 bhp electric hypercar Pininfarina Battista, and also Formula e. It has a pedigree and now wants to be the disruptor in performance and sporty electric SUVs like they have been disrupting the D-segment SUV segment with Scorpio N with its immense popularity.In today’s event, Mahindra has introduced two different electric brands. One is XUV and the other is BE. These brands are unique on their own terms. Both come under the same umbrella with Twin Peaks logo. Mahindra calls this new electric platform INGLO which is modular and is also scalable to accommodate various top hats, wheelbase, and also overhangs.The company claims one of the lightest skateboards in electric SUV space. Owing to safe and robust LFP cells sourced from VW. Mahindra promises 170 kW (228 bhp) in RWD and 250 KW (335 bhp) in AWD layout. This performance along with EV’s instant throttle response, claims a zero to hundred km/h speed in just under 5-6 seconds which is very quick by Mahindra’s standards.Mahindra Inglo PlatformAll five vehicles that were showcased, are based on INGLO platform. This cutting-edge INGLO platform will underpin all the Mahindra EVs going forward. The purpose-built platform will pack intuitive, intelligent and immersive innovations that will serve as the backbone of Mahindra’s EV architecture. And is at the heart of its ultimate human-machine interface.Mahindra Born Electric INGLO PlatformMahindra Born Electric INGLO PlatformMahindra has also introduced a brake-by-wire system to replace old hydraulic systems. In terms of tech, this new platform boasts 5G connectivity and OTA updates. With thrust mode, Mahindra wants to bring Sport back to sporty SUVs. Design language is called Heartcore Design. Mahindra has pulled off a range of concept designs. Both BE and XUV brands have boxy design elements and are expected to take Mahindra’s global design to new heights.INGLO offers class-leading safety standards, exhilarating performance, excellent range and efficiency, exemplary driving dynamics, versatility and intelligent HMI. It promises a futuristic augmented reality-enabled heads-up display, edge-to-edge screen, and more.Mahindra XUV.e8 and XUV.e9 Electric CarsXUV.e8 is 4740mm long, 1900 mm wide, 1760mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2762 mm. It promises a combination of sheer performance, best-in-class technology and safety. It also gets AWD system along with a sophisticated cabin. This vehicle will mostly be similar to ICE-powered XUV700 in terms of its basic construction.Mahindra XUV.e9 SideXUV e9 on the other hand, is 4790mm long, 1905mm wide, 1690mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2775mm. This coupe SUV promises a fearlessly modern design with the strengths of an authentic SUV combined with the aerodynamic silhouette of a coupe. Main strengths of XUV e9 are its intelligent interiors, and a panoramic sky roof too.Mahindra BE.05, BE.07 & BE.09After XUV Electric range, a new BE range of electric SUVs might be launched starting from December 2024. First of the bunch is BE.05 which is 4370mm long, 1900mm wide, 1635mm tall, and has a wheelbase of 2775mm. It is the smallest of the BE range and is the most important too. We expect it to compete against MG ZS EV that we have in India. BE.05 is a Sports Electric Vehicle (SEV) in the truest sense, making it a category in itself. It also has a racing-inspired bold design.Mahindra Born Electric RangeNext is BE.07 which stresses family use. It is 4565m long, 1900 wide, 1660mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2775mm. It promises family space and a first-class experience, with versatility, configurable profiles and curated multi-sensory experiences.Lastly, we have BE.09 Coupe electric SUV which is the flag bearer for all Mahindra electric SUVs under BE range. Its dimensions are not yet revealed. But we can expect low height and large dimensions. Mahindra has promised its new INGLO platform to have a battery capacity ranging from 60 kWh to 80 kWh and we can expect BE.05 to get 60 kWh battery pack and range-topping XUV.e9 and BE.09 to get 80 kWh battery packs. More
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Mahindra XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUV Render – New Design Language
by Aurelia Butler 15 August 2022, 04:22
Mahindra is set to unveil five new electric SUVs under Born Electric range today, on August 15th 2022Mahindra XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUV RenderMahindra was active in the EV segment before with products like e2O, e2O Plus and eVerito. But those cars didn’t garner many sales and were discontinued. But this time, Mahindra wants to do things properly that will appeal to the world.Yes. Mahindra is now aiming at global markets alongside India’s. In this light, Mahindra will unveil five electric SUVs loaded with technology and features on India’s 75th Independence day in Oxfordshire, England. But there is a slight confusion as to what we could expect from this event. First, Mahindra only teased us with 3 electric SUVs. Now, Mahindra has teased us with 5 electric SUVs. And they have registered 8 new names – XUV-e1, XUV-e2, XUV-e3, XUV-e5, XUV-e6, XUV-e7, XUV-e8 and XUV-e9.Mahindra XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUVSee, Mahindra has XUV300 which is a sub 4m ICE-powered SUV. Now, Mahindra is testing XUV400 which is slightly larger and is an electric SUV. So, Mahindra’s EVs could get nomenclatures starting with an even number like XUV400 and will be based on ICE-powered SUVs whose nomenclature starts with an odd number like XUV300.Confused? Ask Mahindra to name their products with words instead of letters and characters. So, Mahindra has a theme here. A pattern, which it follows. When the dots are connected, we can deduce that XUV800 Electric SUV will be based on XUV700 which is currently on sale in India. Also, an XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUV based on XUV900 ICE-powered Coupe SUV.Mahindra XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUV RenderThis leaves a gap in its lineup with XUV500 and XUV600. This is where Mahindra will position its Creta rivalling compact SUV. ICE-powered version of that will be XUV500 and an electric version of that will be XUV600 in the future. Sticking with XUV900, it will be a coupe SUV inspired by XUV500 Aero concept that Mahindra showcased at 2016 Auto Expo.Our rendering artist Pratyush Raut has taken a free hand to envision what XUV1000 Electric coupe SUV could be like and the results are quite enthralling, to say the least. The render is inspired by Mahindra’s previous teasers and a stylish design culminated at Mahindra Advanced Design Europe (MADE) headed by Pratap Bose. We had already rendered XUV900 SUV and this one complements even further.Mahindra XUV1000 Design & FeaturesMahindra XUV1000 Electric coupe SUV render gets an attractive fascia with “C” shaped LED DRLs and a closed-off grille proudly showing off Mahindra’s new Twin Peaks logo. It also gets stylized aerodynamic alloy wheels finished in a dual-tone effect to complement this futuristic coupe SUV. Side profile is its main highlight as it ends in a scrumptious coupe roofline, highlighted with a subtle chrome element.Mahindra XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUV RenderAs it is a futuristic electric SUV, it also gets streamlined cameras instead of conventional ORVMs that increase the cool-factor ten fold and also reduce aerodynamic drag created by chunky ORVMs. Coupe SUVs are a love-it or hate-it affair. I generally don’t like coupe SUVs, but this one is an exception. Such is its beauty.All Born Electric SUVs might have relatable designs and proportions to their ICE counterparts. In a monocoque chassis, the platform is its main component. With Born Electric SUVs, they might get a different platform stuffed with batteries while the rest of the exoskeleton may remain similar or slightly modified.Mahindra XUV1000 Electric Coupe SUV RenderSpeaking of batteries, Mahindra has partnered up with Volkswagen to source batteries for their EVs in large numbers. We say large numbers because Mahindra products tend to have immense popularity as we’ve seen with Scorpio N. We can expect single or even dual motor configuration unlocking AWD functionalities too. Around 500 to 600 km range can be expected too.Keeping up with numbers, Mahindra XUV400 can get around 40 kWh, XUV600 can get 60 kWh, XUV800 can get 80 kWh and XUV1000 can get 100 kWh battery packs. This is not confirmed by Mahindra. But it would be cool if it becomes a reality. Details are likely to be revealed later today. More
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Mahindra XUV Electric SUV Names Leak – e1, e2, e3, e5, e6, e7, e8, e9
by Aurelia Butler 14 August 2022, 03:33
Mahindra is making big, decisive moves in EV space with the goal to target both domestic as well as international marketsMahindra XUV-E8 Electric SUV – RenderMahindra born-electric SUV range is scheduled to debut on August 15. For now, Mahindra has announced that they will be revealing a total of 5 electric SUVs. All of these will be unveiled at the event that will be held in Oxfordshire, UK. These SUVs have been designed by Mahindra Advanced Design Europe (M.A.D.E), located in West Midlands, UK. M.A.D.E is headed by Pratap Bose, who was earlier with Tata Motors.Considering Mahindra’s aggressive manoeuvres in EV space, it is possible that the new born-electric SUVs could reach production stage earlier than expected. An exact timeline is not available at this point, but some clarity can be expected at the launch event. Mahindra will also be revealing some of the key features of its born-electric SUVs.Mahindra Electric SUV NamesAs per trademark filings, Mahindra has registered 8 new names. These are XUV-e1, XUV-e2, XUV-e3, XUV-e5, XUV-e6, XUV-e7, XUV-e8 and XUV-e9. The name XUV-e4 has been left out. It has not appeared in the leaked list yet. From this naming strategy, it is clear that Mahindra wants the XUV brand to be associated with their upcoming SUVs.Though Mahindra has only confirmed the debut of 5 electric SUVs on 15th Aug, that is tomorrow. As per the leaked details they have planned to launch atleast 8 electric SUVs under the XUV brand. In addition, they may also have plans to launch electric versions of Thar and Scorpio brands in the future.Mahindra Electric SUV Names Leak – XUV-e1, XUV-e2, XUV-e3Mahindra born-electric SUVs FeaturesAs revealed in the teasers, Mahindra born-electric SUVs will have speed of 80 kmph in normal mode. There will be a Sport mode as well, which is likely to allow higher speeds. For reference, popular electric cars available in India like Tata Nexon EV, MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona have top speed of around 140-155 kmph.Mahindra XUV.e8 Electric SUV LogoSpeed is usually electronically limited in electric cars for maintaining optimal thermal levels for the battery. Various other factors can determine top speed of an EV such as type of battery cells, battery management system, outside weather conditions, etc. Top-end EVs can accommodate much higher speeds, for example, Tesla Model S Plaid that has top speed of 320 kmph.Talking about Mahindra born-electric SUVs, another key feature will be hyper charging. The capability to load miles quickly can be a significant advantage for an electric car. Details are not out yet, but Mahindra is likely to ensure that its born-electric SUVs have segment-lowest charging time. At least users should be able to achieve partial charge at a fast rate to be able to reach their destination in time.Mahindra Electric SUV Names Leak – XUV-e5, XUV-e6, XUV-e7Mahindra born-electric SUVs interiorsMahindra has provided a glimpse of what the overall experience will be like for users. These SUVs will have reclining seats that can be adjusted, as per the user’s needs. AC can be adjusted for individual users, ensuring the best fit for all passengers. Connectivity features are apparent and users will be able to access calls, messages, music and turn-by-turn navigation.A number of remote functions will also be available. Users will be able to set music preferences and adjust ambient colour to create the desired mood inside the cabin. Mahindra’s born-electric SUVs are likely to have premium features such as leather seats, large touchscreen infotainment system and wireless charging.Mahindra Electric SUV Names Leak – XUV-e8, XUV-e9Safety kit will include features like side and curtain airbags, tyre pressure monitoring system, 360° surround view monitor, blind view monitor, adaptive cruise control, driver drowsiness detection and electric smart door handles. ADAS features are likely to be offered with Mahindra’s born-electric SUVs. More
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Top 10 Electric Cars July 2022 – Nexon, Tigor, Kona, ZS, eVerito
by Aurelia Butler 13 August 2022, 04:59
Electric car sales increased 207.66 percent YoY and 6.67 percent MoM with the Tata Nexon and Tigor contributing most numbersImage – Vishnu / MohilState subsidies and benefits under FAME II along with consumer awareness to use eco-friendly products has led to a surge in demand for electric vehicles in the country. Top 10 electric two wheeler sales saw an increase of 247.96 percent in July 2022 while car sales increased by 207.66 percent YoY.Electric powered vehicle sales stood at 3,295 units in July 2022. This was a 207.66 percent growth as against 1,071 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales improved by 6.67 percent from 3,089 units sold in June 2022.Top 10 Electric Car Sales July 2022Tata Nexon and Tigor were at No. 1 with 2,878 units sold in the past month. This was a 323.24 percent YoY growth over 680 units sold in July 2021 relating to a 2,198 volume growth and 87.34 percent share. Sales in June 2022 had been at 2,709 units leading to a 6.24 percent MoM growth. In July 2022, Tata Motors introduced Nexon EV Prime as a free upgrade for all Nexon EV owners and is a first of its kind software update.MG ZS EV was at No. 2 with sales of 263 units in July 2022, down 7.39 percent from 284 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales however, improved 13.36 percent from 232 units sold in June 2022.Top 10 Electric Cars July 2022 vs July 2021 (YoY) – FADA / VAHANIncreased demand has been seen for the Hyundai Kona EV which stood at just 22 units in July 2021 but increased 163.64 percent to 58 units in July 2022. MoM sales also improved by 11.54 percent from 52 units sold in June 2022. The company is also actively testing the 2024 Hyundai Kona EV though under heavy camouflage. Even as tests are being conducted in Hyundai / Kia technical center in Germany, launch in India is not yet confirmed.BYD e6 and Mahindra eVeritoEV sales in July 2022 had the BYD e6 and Mahindra eVerito lower down the list. BYD e6 sales were at 44 units in the past month, with an 8.33 percent MoM de-growth from 48 units sold in June 2022.Mahindra eVerito had 26 units sold in the past month, a 30 percent YoY and MoM growth from 20 units sold in July 2021 and in June 2022. Mahindra plans unveil of 5 new electric SUVs, each of which will make their official debut on 15th August 2022, India’s 75th Independence Day. After that in Sep 2022, they plan to unveil XUV400 Electric SUV.Top 10 Electric Cars July 2022 vs June 2022 (MoM) – FADA / VAHANPremium Electric Car Sales July 2022There were 7 units of the Audi etron sold in July 2022 which was a 50 percent MoM de-growth from 14 units sold in June 2022 while 7 units of the Porsche Taycan were also sold in the past month, a 4 percent MoM growth from 3 units sold in June 2022.BMW iX/i4 sales stood at 5 units in July 2021 and in June 2022. Mercedes EQC had 2 units sold in July 2022 up 100 percent from just 1 units sold in July 2021 and in June 2022. There were other EV makers who contributed 5 units to sales in July 2022, down 91.38 percent as against 58 units sold in July 2021 while on a MoM basis there was 0 growth as sales in June 2022 had also been at 5 units. More
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Mahindra XUV900 Electric SUV Render In 6 Colours – New Flagship
by Aurelia Butler 9 August 2022, 02:25
Mahindra Born Electric SUVs are expected to benefit from the recently signed component sharing agreement with the VW GroupMahindra XUV900 Electric SUV RenderMahindra’s aspirations to make its passenger vehicle brand truly global is about to receive a much needed shot in the arm soon. The SUV specialist is on the verge of world premiering a whole new family of EVs on August 15 in the UK under the Born Electric banner.As many as 5 new electric SUVs will be unveiled at a grand event in Oxfordshire, UK and one of which is likely to be called XUV900. Based on the teasers, our designer Pratyush Rout has come up with a speculative rendering of the flagship Mahindra electric SUV. Please note that the renderings in this article are not commissioned or approved by Mahindra. They are based on artist’s imagination and teasers released by Mahindra.Mahindra XUV900 Electric SUV – A new eraAs you can see, the automaker has gone for a completely fresh design identity in-line with the global trends. The overused Jeep-inspired 7-slot front grill has finally been put to rest. The C-shaped LED lighting signature at the front sets the tone for what can be described as sleek styling. That said, the overall design of the front fascia may polarize opinions.The profile is all out maximizing the XUV900’s aerodynamic efficiency. Smooth sheet metal surfaces, flush door handles, cameras instead of ORVMs, sharp side skirts and aero-optimized wheels are designed to keep the drag co-efficient as low as possible. For a car of this size, no aerodynamic gain is too small not to be pursued. For instance, the optimization of the wheels alone could earn over 5 km in range which is crucial.Mahindra XUV900 Electric SUV RenderNothing much about the interior is known as of now save for the sketches teased in a latest video. The new breed of electric Mahindras are expected to be equipped with a squarish multi-function two-spoke steering wheel, configurable colour instrument panel display, and of course, a modern infotainment system with a plethora of features. The design, trims, colours and materials used are expected to reflect international tastes rather than being India-specific.Born ElectricThe Born Electric Mahindra SUVs are designed in the UK at MADE (Mahindra Advanced Design Europe) under the leadership of the brand’s new design chief Pratap Bose. Majority of the development is being handled by Mahindra North American Technical Center.Mahindra recently entered into an agreement with the Volkswagen Group to share the critical components German giant’s successful MEB electric platform which underpins the likes of VW ID4 and Audi Q4 e-tron. The partnership will not only allow Mahindra to arrive at the global EV scene with a competitive package but will also help reduce development costs and lead time.[embedded content][embedded content]We expect the five SUVs to debut in their concept avatars on August 15. Market-ready versions are likely to arrive two years down the line. With the new products, the company will have an increased focus on markets like Europe and North America. More
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2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SUV Spied For The First Time – New Gen
by Aurelia Butler 7 August 2022, 11:10
Hyundai Kona EV on sale in India is the pre-facelift 1st gen Kona – Global market has the facelifted 1st gen Kona on offer2024 Hyundai Kona EV Spied – Front ProfileKia and Hyundai combined, are underdogs that will soon match the might of Tesla and BYD in the future. Hyundai has been developing strategic products to compete with well-established EV giants. The South Korean company is also taking on current hottest EV in the world, Tesla Model 3 with upcoming Ioniq 6.Hyundai and Kia are eyeing large electric SUVs too, as we recently saw Kia EV9 under testing and will soon be followed by Hyundai Ioniq 7. 1st gen Hyundai Kona EV facelift is already sold in some markets. The company is also testing 2nd gen Kona EV based on 2nd gen ICE-powered Kona which is also under testing.2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SpiedFor starters, these test mules were spotted just outside of Hyundai / Kia technical centre in Germany. The test mules for Kona EV are almost identical to test mules of regular ICE-powered Kona. But with keen eyes, they can be distinguished from each other even under heavy camouflage.First, Kona EV test mules get a square openable pocket which is presumably for the charging port. 1st generation Hyundai Kona EV which was also launched in India, had a charging port at the front and in the same location too. Hyundai Kona EV facelift based on ICE-powered Kona facelift, also had the charging port at the same spot.2024 Hyundai Kona EV Spied – Side ProfileThis Kona EV facelift was not launched in India. This suggests that the 2nd gen Kona EV will be based on an updated platform of its 1st gen. Second, if we look at the rear, there is no exhaust pipe visible. Like, obviously. Hence, confirming that the latest Kona test mule is in fact, an EV.What Can We Expect?Less camouflaged ICE-powered Kona test mules have been spotted globally. It sports a full-width LED lightbar at the front as seen on other Hyundai products like Staria and Stargazer. It is also likely to get a trapezoidal-shaped LED headlight in its bumpers. Grille on ICE-powered Kona 2nd gen will be closed off for that typical EV appeal that we also see in MG ZS EV.It will also get body cladding all around and Ioniq 5 inspired minimalist interiors. In terms of powertrains, Hyundai is mum on this matter. But as Kona EV is expected to be similar to Kia Niro EV, we can expect the same motor and battery to be shared. Kia Niro EV gets a 200 bhp electric motor which draws power from a 64.8 kWh battery.Kia Niro EV can cover a claimed 463 km of range on a single charge with this relatively large battery. But Hyundai can also offer a smaller battery with a less powerful motor which will eek out a similar range on base variants. We say this because that’s similar to what we got in India with the first gen Kona EV. India launch isn’t confirmed yet, but we still have a long time as it is expected to hit global markets in 2024. Apart from ZS EV, it will also rival upcoming new SUVs from Tata and Mahindra.Source More
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Mahindra Bolero Electric Pikup Teased Ahead Of Launch?
by Aurelia Butler 1 August 2022, 12:32
Mahindra Bolero Pikup is currently on sale in single-cab guise and gets a sole diesel engine optionMahindra Bolero Electric Pikup Teased?Mahindra has had a long-standing affair with electric vehicles. The Indian auto giant bought Reva electric car company and launched the first set of electric vehicles in India under Mahindra Electric Mobility LTD. But that did not work and most of it is now discontinued.Come 2022, Mahindra is re-inventing its EV portfolio. They are getting ready to launch five new electric SUV concepts on 15th Aug. Then in September, we will get to see the production spec XUV400 Electric SUV.Mahindra is doing really well in electric 3W segment. It sold 2,227 units of electric 3-wheelers in June 2022 registering a healthy 458.15% YoY sales over June 2021. Mahindra currently is the second highest-selling electric 3W company in India with an 8.28% market share. But when it comes to commercial vehicle sales, Mahindra is again in second place. It sold 15,950 units in June 2022 and has a 23.56% market share.Mahindra Bolero Pickup ElectricYou must be wondering why we are talking about Mahindra’s EVs, electric 3W and commercial vehicles in the same light. It is because Mahindra’s upcoming launch is expected to be a culmination of the three. And that is the upcoming Mahindra Bolero Electric Pikup.[embedded content][embedded content]Mahindra dropped a teaser for the upcoming Electric Bolero Pikup. It was just a short teaser with a tagline “The future of Pick-Ups” and no further info. The reason we believe this is Bolero Electric Pikup, is the blue colour which Mahindra has strategically used. This is the same blue shade that is also used by the company’s Treo electric 3-wheeler. Treo is a very popular electric 3-wheeler on sale in India. Even if we go back half a decade, even e2O and e2O Plus press material had the same blue colour.Also, logically thinking, if this isn’t an electric Pikup, it can’t be the “Future of Pick-Ups” as it is already on sale and has been for over a decade. It has to be an electric Pikup and with this Mahindra is foraying into electric Pickup segment which is currently as good as non-existent. With the launch of Bolero Electric Pikup, Mahindra is trying to stay ahead of the game with this niche product. Tata Motors has also unveiled a concept of an electric truck. We have seen Tata Ultra T.7 Electric. But this is a large truck and Mahindra is going for an electric Pickup truck which no one else has currently attempted for.What To Expect?We can expect a slight design upgrade over current Pikup and also, blue accent on the exterior. Mahindra Bolero Pikup Electric will get similar load bay options as the outgoing model and might even have the same loading capacity too. We can expect it to be based on the same chassis that ICE-powered Pikup gets.The electric powertrain can be sufficient for the rated payload and cover around 150 km of range on a single charge. We say this because electric commercial vehicles are primarily developed for goods transportation within cities. For long-distance transportation, diesel is still unmatched in terms of its versatility. More details are likely to be revealed in the coming days. More
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2023 Kia EV9 Electric SUV Spied – Closer Look At LED Headlight, Alloys
by Aurelia Butler 29 July 2022, 13:08
Kia EV9 is expected to sit above the EV6 that was recently launched in India2023 Kia EV9 Electric SUV. Images – Auto Spy.Kia has massive plans when it comes to electrification. Kia has already made it official that they will go carbon neutral by 2045. That roadmap is valid across the globe and not just in a country. Kia also aims at 100% electrification of all its products in Europe by 2035 and other international markets by 2040.This is a massive ambition and Kia needs to start working yesterday to achieve it. Hyundai and Kia are expected to bring 6 EVs to India by the end of 2024. Kia has already launched its EV6 electric SUV crossover in limited numbers via CBU route. It comes in GT Line trim and gets an option of either RWD or AWD.2023 Kia EV9 Electric SUV SpiedBut Kia has another Ace up its sleeve, but this is not just an electric crossover. It is a large electric SUV. It is based on the Kia EV9 concept, that was first showcased at LA Auto Show 2021 alongside Hyundai’s concept based on same platform named SEVEN.Kia might be targeting this mainly for the US market where big cars are mostly the norm. In terms of size, we can expect it to be around the same size as Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade. Both these SUVs are large and are powered by IC engines.2023 Kia EV9 Electric SUVThe South Korean brand has promised a US launch in the year 2023. As the deadline is nearing, there have been multiple test mules spotted undergoing testing in South Korea. 2023 Kia EV9 Electric SUV has been spied in a parking lot, giving us a closer look at its alloys, LED headlight and tail light. The SUV is heavily camouflaged with meshes for headlights, indicators and fog lights in the cladding.When viewed, Kia EV9 does remind us of the new-gen Lexus GX SUV in terms of presence and profile. Even though Kia EV9 was cladded, we can see the boxy silhouette that is inspired by the concept vehicle. It will radiate a rugged appeal that will appeal to pickup truck-obsessed USA.On the inside, we can expect it to have a clean and futuristic design layout and might get similar entertainment packages from newly revealed Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan. In terms of seating, it will get 3-rows of seating like a Telluride and might promise a big luggage space when the third row is folded up.2023 Kia EV9 Electric SUVJust like Kia’s EV9, Hyundai will also launch an electric SUV that will be similarly sized too. Hyundai’s version will be named Ioniq 7 and will sit above Ioniq 5 which is expected to launch in India by the end of 2022. Both electric SUVs will be based on the E-GMP platform on which Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are currently based.Price & CompetitionKia hasn’t revealed the exact launch timeline yet. As of now, we don’t know what features it will get, what powertrains it will be equipped with and at what price point it will be launched. But we can expect Kia EV9 to be priced slightly lower than Ioniq 7. In terms of competition, it will compete with its cousin Hyundai Ioniq 7, China-exclusive VW ID.6, Cadillac Lyric, Mercedes-Benz EQS and the likes. Kia India hasn’t revealed if EV9 will make it to our shores yet. More

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