The five best 7-seater electric cars on sale in India right now are the Mahindra XEV 9S (₹19.95 lakh to ₹29.45 lakh), Kia Carens Clavis EV (₹17.99 lakh to ₹25 lakh), BYD eMax 7 (₹26.90 lakh to ₹29.90 lakh), VinFast VF MPV 7 (₹24.49 lakh) and, as the premium pick, the MG M9 (₹69.90 lakh). Four of the five cost under ₹30 lakh ex-showroom, and claimed ranges run from 404 km to 679 km. The XEV 9S leads on range and performance, while the Clavis EV is the value pick.
All prices are ex-showroom and were checked on 19 October 2026. Launch and introductory prices can change, so confirm with your dealer before booking.
Quick Ranking at a Glance
| Rank | Car | Ex-showroom price | Claimed range | Best for |
| 1 | Mahindra XEV 9S | ₹19.95 lakh to ₹29.45 lakh | 521 to 679 km | Range, power and charging speed |
| 2 | Kia Carens Clavis EV | ₹17.99 lakh to ₹25 lakh | 404 to 490 km | Lowest price and everyday practicality |
| 3 | BYD eMax 7 | ₹26.90 lakh to ₹29.90 lakh | 420 to 530 km | 6-seat or 7-seat choice |
| 4 | VinFast VF MPV 7 | ₹24.49 lakh | 517 km | Cabin size and ownership perks |
| 5 | MG M9 | ₹69.90 lakh | 548 km | Chauffeur-style luxury |
How We Ranked These Five
We looked at five things: price for what you get, real-world range where road tests exist, third-row space and luggage room, features, and ownership support such as battery warranty and buyback.
One caveat matters here. The MG M9 costs roughly three times as much as the others, so its fifth place is about value per rupee, not quality. If your budget is above ₹60 lakh, it's the only electric 7-seater on this list worth cross-shopping.
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1. Mahindra XEV 9S: Best Overall
The XEV 9S is the only SUV-shaped three-row EV in the mass market, and it's the most powerful, longest-range and fastest-charging car here. It's sold only as a 7-seater, with 59, 70 and 79 kWh packs feeding a rear-mounted 380 Nm motor. In road tests, the 79 kWh version returned 477 km of real-world range and sprinted from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.54 seconds.
Cabin features are generous: triple 12.3-inch screens, Level 2 ADAS, ventilated front and second-row outboard seats, dual-zone climate control and a panoramic sunroof. The trade-off is third-row space, which road tests found tighter than in the MPVs on this list.
| Spec | Mahindra XEV 9S |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹19.95 lakh to ₹29.45 lakh |
| Battery options | 59 kWh, 70 kWh, 79 kWh |
| Power and torque | 231 hp, 245 hp, 286 hp; 380 Nm |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Claimed range (ARAI) | 521 km, 600 km, 679 km |
| Road-tested range | 477 km (79 kWh) |
| DC fast charging | Up to 180 kW |
| AC charging (0 to 100%) | About 6, 7 and 8 hours (11.2 kW) |
| Length x width x height | 4,737 x 1,900 x 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,762 mm |
| Ground clearance | 205 mm |
| Boot (all rows up) | 150 litres, plus a 150-litre frunk |
| Seating | 7 only |
| Battery warranty | Not confirmed for the XEV 9S; Mahindra offers a lifetime first-owner warranty on the BE 6 and XEV 9e |
Variant prices (ex-showroom):
| Variant | Battery | Claimed range | Price |
| Pack One Above | 59 kWh | 521 km | ₹19.95 lakh |
| Pack One Above | 79 kWh | 679 km | ₹21.95 lakh |
| Pack Two Above | 70 kWh | 600 km | ₹24.45 lakh |
| Pack Two Above | 79 kWh | 679 km | ₹25.45 lakh |
| Pack Three | 79 kWh | 679 km | ₹27.35 lakh |
| Pack Three Above | 79 kWh | 679 km | ₹29.45 lakh |
Our variant pick: the 79 kWh Pack One Above looks like the sweet spot. On paper, it adds 158 km of claimed range over the base variant for ₹2 lakh more.
Also Read: Mahindra XEV 9S variants breakdown
Pros: class-leading range and power, fastest DC charging here, long feature list, a useful frunk. Cons: tighter third row, small boot with all seats up, prices climb quickly above ₹25 lakh.
2. Kia Carens Clavis EV: Best Value
The Clavis EV is the most affordable three-row EV in India, and it's the easiest one to live with. It's roomy across all three rows, offers 6-seat and 7-seat layouts, and has the largest boot of the group at 216 litres. Unlike the born-electric XEV 9S and eMax 7, it's built on an ICE-based platform, but that hasn't hurt the cabin.
Two packs are on offer: 42 kWh (135 hp) and 51.4 kWh (171 hp), both with a 255 Nm front motor. The bigger pack managed 364 km in road tests against a claim of 490 km.
The ownership story is strong too. First private owners of units retailed from 1 August 2026 get a 15-year, unlimited-km battery warranty.
| Spec | Kia Carens Clavis EV |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹17.99 lakh to ₹25 lakh |
| Battery options | 42 kWh, 51.4 kWh |
| Power and torque | 135 hp, 171 hp; 255 Nm |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Claimed range (ARAI) | 404 km, 490 km |
| Road-tested range | 364 km (51.4 kWh) |
| DC fast charging | Up to 100 kW; 0 to 80% in about 39 minutes |
| AC charging | About 4 to 4.5 hours (11 kW, 10 to 100%) |
| Length x width x height | 4,550 x 1,800 x 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm |
| Ground clearance | 200 mm |
| Boot (all rows up) | 216 litres, plus a 25-litre frunk |
| Seating | 6 or 7 |
| Key features | Level 2 ADAS, twin 12.3-inch screens, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof |
| Battery warranty | 15 years, unlimited km (first private owner) |
Also Read: Kia Carens Clavis EV gets a lifetime battery warranty: who qualifies and the ₹3,400 upgrade
Pros: lowest price, biggest boot, long battery warranty, strong feature list for the money. Cons: smallest batteries here, lowest real-world range, the least powerful motor on the list.
3. BYD eMax 7: Best for Seating Flexibility
The eMax 7 is the facelifted successor to the e6 and the only mass-market car here that pairs a 6-seat captain-style layout with a 7-seat option. Two battery packs are offered: 55.4 kWh (163 hp) and 71.8 kWh (204 hp), both with 310 Nm. The cabin is comfortable and well equipped, with a 12.8-inch rotating screen, a 360-degree camera, a panoramic roof, ventilated front seats, two wireless charging pads and Level 2 ADAS.
There are caveats. Second- and third-row passengers sit in a knees-up position, ground clearance is just 170 mm, and the standard AC charger is the slowest of the group.
| Spec | BYD eMax 7 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹26.90 lakh to ₹29.90 lakh |
| Battery options | 55.4 kWh, 71.8 kWh |
| Power and torque | 163 hp, 204 hp; 310 Nm |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Claimed range (NEDC) | 420 km, 530 km |
| DC fast charging | 0 to 80% in about 37 minutes |
| AC charging | About 7.5 hours (55.4 kWh) and 10 hours (71.8 kWh), at 7 kW |
| Length x width x height | 4,710 x 1,810 x 1,690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
| Boot (all rows up) | 180 litres, no frunk |
| Seating | 6 or 7 |
| Key features | 12.8-inch rotating screen, 360-degree camera, panoramic roof, Level 2 ADAS (Superior trim at launch) |
Variant prices (ex-showroom):
| Variant | 6-seater | 7-seater |
| Premium (55.4 kWh) | ₹26.90 lakh | ₹27.50 lakh |
| Comfort (71.8 kWh) | ₹27.90 lakh | ₹28.30 lakh |
| Superior (71.8 kWh) | ₹29.30 lakh | ₹29.90 lakh |
The Comfort variant was added in mid-2026. One report puts its claimed range at up to 485 km, a figure we couldn't confirm with BYD directly, so treat it as reported.
You can see the full variant list on Evfy's BYD eMax 7 page.
Pros: 6-seat or 7-seat choice, comfortable seats, long equipment list, up to 530 km claimed. Cons: low ground clearance, slow AC charging, the priciest mass-market car on this list.
4. VinFast VF MPV 7: Best for Cabin Space
The VF MPV 7 is the newest car here, launched on 15 April 2026, and it's also the biggest of the four mass-market models. Its 2,840 mm wheelbase is the longest among them, and road tests found the seven-seat cabin spacious and easy to drive thanks to relaxed, gradual power delivery.
It comes in a single variant with a 60.13 kWh battery and a front motor making 204 hp and 280 Nm. VinFast claims 517 km and a 0 to 100 km/h time of under nine seconds.
The ownership package is the real draw: free charging at VinFast chargers until 31 March 2029 and a 75% assured buyback. The catch is features. Road tests noted the absence of ADAS, a sunroof, powered or ventilated seats, ambient lighting and a head-up display, all of which rivals offer.
| Spec | VinFast VF MPV 7 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹24.49 lakh (introductory) |
| Battery | 60.13 kWh |
| Power and torque | 150 kW (204 hp); 280 Nm |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Claimed range (ARAI) | 517 km |
| 0 to 100 km/h | Under 9 seconds |
| DC fast charging | Up to 80 kW; 10 to 70% in about 30 minutes |
| Length x width x height | 4,740 x 1,872 x 1,734 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm |
| Boot (all rows up) | 126 litres |
| Wheels | 19-inch |
| Safety | Six airbags as standard |
| Seating | 7 |
| Ownership perks | Free charging till 31 March 2029; 75% assured buyback |
| Built | Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu |
Also Read: VinFast VF MPV 7 launch details: price, range and ownership benefits
Pros: biggest mass-market cabin, long claimed range, strong buyback and charging offer, locally assembled. Cons: sparse feature list, smallest boot here, slowest DC charging of the group. VinFast is also still building its network, with a target of 230+ workshops by the end of 2026, so check coverage in your city.
5. MG M9: Best Premium Pick
The MG M9 plays in a different league. At ₹69.90 lakh (introductory ex-showroom price at launch), it's an electric alternative to the Kia Carnival and Toyota Vellfire, sold through MG Select showrooms in a single "Presidential Limousine" variant.
A 90 kWh battery powers a front motor producing 245 PS and 350 Nm, with a claimed range of 548 km. The wheelbase is a huge 3,200 mm, and the second row gets two captain seats with 16-way power adjustment, ottoman support, ventilation and massage. You also get power sliding doors, twin sunroofs, a 13-speaker JBL system, rear entertainment screens, seven airbags, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS.
It has a five-star rating from both Euro NCAP and ANCAP. Bharat NCAP testing was still pending at launch. MG offers a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty for the first owner, but the M9 isn't available with MG's battery subscription plan.
| Spec | MG M9 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹69.90 lakh (introductory, at launch) |
| Battery | 90 kWh (NMC) |
| Power and torque | 245 PS; 350 Nm |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Claimed range (ARAI) | 548 km |
| DC fast charging | Up to 160 kW; 30 to 80% in about 30 minutes |
| AC charging | About 10 hours (11 kW, 0 to 100%) |
| Length x width | Just under 5.3 m x 2,000 mm (sources vary on exact length) |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm |
| Seating | 7, with two captain seats in the second row |
| Key features | Dual sunroofs, 16-way power second-row seats, JBL audio, Level 2 ADAS, V2L |
| Battery warranty | Lifetime, first owner |
| Safety rating | 5-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP |
Pros: unmatched space and comfort, strong safety record, lifetime battery warranty, fast DC charging. Cons: price, no battery subscription option, and some listings now show a higher ex-showroom price than the launch figure, so confirm with MG Select.
Comparison Table: All Five 7-Seater EVs
| XEV 9S | Carens Clavis EV | eMax 7 | VF MPV 7 | MG M9 | |
| Body style | SUV | MPV | MPV | MPV | Luxury MPV |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹19.95 to ₹29.45 lakh | ₹17.99 to ₹25 lakh | ₹26.90 to ₹29.90 lakh | ₹24.49 lakh | ₹69.90 lakh |
| Seating | 7 | 6 or 7 | 6 or 7 | 7 | 7 (captain seats) |
| Battery (kWh) | 59, 70, 79 | 42, 51.4 | 55.4, 71.8 | 60.13 | 90 |
| Power | 231 to 286 hp | 135 to 171 hp | 163 to 204 hp | 204 hp | 245 PS |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 255 Nm | 310 Nm | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Claimed range | 521 to 679 km (ARAI) | 404 to 490 km (ARAI) | 420 to 530 km (NEDC) | 517 km (ARAI) | 548 km (ARAI) |
| Road-tested range | 477 km (79 kWh) | 364 km (51.4 kWh) | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| DC charging | Up to 180 kW | Up to 100 kW | 0 to 80% in about 37 min | Up to 80 kW | Up to 160 kW |
| Wheelbase | 2,762 mm | 2,780 mm | 2,800 mm | 2,840 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Boot, all rows up | 150 L (+150 L frunk) | 216 L (+25 L frunk) | 180 L | 126 L | Not confirmed |
| ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2 | Level 2 (Superior at launch) | Not offered | Level 2 |
| Battery warranty | Check with dealer | 15 years, first owner | Check with dealer | Check with dealer | Lifetime, first owner |
Which One Should You Buy?
- You want the most range, power and charging speed: the XEV 9S, ideally the 79 kWh pack.
- You want the lowest price and an easy family car: the Carens Clavis EV, and take the 51.4 kWh pack if you do highway trips.
- You want a 6-seat captain layout or a bigger battery than Kia offers: the eMax 7, but test its low ground clearance on your roads first.
- You want the roomiest cabin under ₹25 lakh and value the buyback: the VF MPV 7, if you can live without ADAS and a sunroof.
- You're chauffeur-driven or want business-class comfort: the MG M9.
Evfy's Take
Most 7-seater comparisons stop at claimed range. We think luggage is the bigger daily compromise, so we added up the boot space you actually get with all three rows in use:
| Car | Boot, all rows up | Frunk | Combined |
| Mahindra XEV 9S | 150 L | 150 L | 300 L |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV | 216 L | 25 L | 241 L |
| BYD eMax 7 | 180 L | None | 180 L |
| VinFast VF MPV 7 | 126 L | None | 126 L |
Combined figures are Evfy's own addition of the quoted boot and frunk capacities.
The XEV 9S looks weak on boot size alone, but its frunk makes it the best of the four for luggage. A full family trip in any of these cars means folding the third row or using a roof carrier, so factor that in before you buy.
Range tells a similar story. Using road-test figures, the XEV 9S delivered about 70% of its claimed 679 km, and the Clavis EV about 74% of its claimed 490 km (Evfy's own calculation). The percentages are close, but the XEV 9S's real-world 477 km still beats the Clavis EV's claimed 404 km and 490 km figures by a clear margin.
Practical tip: with six or seven people on board, an AC running and a roof carrier fitted, expect range to fall below your road-test numbers. Plan DC charging stops every 250 to 300 km on long trips rather than running to zero.
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