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Hindustan Times
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Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: BNCAP crash test scores compared in detail
Both the Tata Harrier EV and Mahindra XEV 9e got ratings of 32 out of 32 in Bharat NCAP Check Offers The battle in India's high-end electric SUV segment is intensifying, and safety is becoming a differentiator. Having just been launched, the Tata Harrier EV has achieved a 5-star rating in recent Bharat NCAP crash tests—closely following the result of its main competitor, the Mahindra XEV 9e, which had previously achieved its own 5-star rating earlier this year, specifically in January 2025. Since both cars got ratings of 32 out of 32, the question everyone is asking is: which of the two electric flagships performs better in safety for occupants? Let's look into the numbers and technology to find out. Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Bharat NCAP test results With regards to the Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e Bharat NCAP results, both the Tata Harrier EV and the Mahindra XEV 9e gained a perfect rating of 32 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP). This includes maximum points in the Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier and Side Impact tests, with both vehicles earning a 'good" rating across all critical body regions for the driver and co-driver. Also Read : Tata Harrier EV badged with 5-stars at BNCAP. Here's how it achieved this score In Child Occupant Protection (COP), the results are equally reassuring. Both SUVs achieved 45 of a possible 49 points, with excellent results in dynamic child-dummy crash tests at 18 months and 3 years. The CRS installation scores were a maximum 12/12, showing superb compatibility and restraint fit. Where both vehicles missed out slightly was in the vehicle assessment section, scoring 9 out of 13, suggesting minor scope for improvement in ISOFIX visibility, airbag labelling, or other install-related factors. Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Safety features When it comes to safety features, the Tata Harrier EV and Mahindra XEV 9e are remarkably well-matched. Both electric SUVs come equipped with a robust suite of features that include seven airbags (with six offered as standard), 360-degree cameras with blind spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and an electronic parking brake with auto hold functionality. In addition, both models are fitted with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). These include key features such as adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, and driver attention alerts—technologies that until recently were reserved for vehicles in the luxury segment. Also Read : Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Price comparison However there are some fine differences that differentiate the two. Tata Harrier EV offers a digital interior rearview mirror( IRVM) with built in dashcam functionality, which makes it a little more functional and better visibility to the driver. Mahindra XEV 9e has a basic dashcam deleted recording functionality without the mirror display. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India, Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 26 Jun 2025, 15:30 PM IST
Hindustan Times
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Baleno and Dzire crash tested by BNCAP. Check out the safety features
Bharat NCAP recently tested the Dzire and the Baleno. The Dzire became the first sedan from the company to secure a five star safety rating from Bharat NCAP both for the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP). On the other hand, the Baleno scored four stars in Adult Occupant Protection and three stars in Child Occupant Protection. Here are the safety features of both the cars. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with 6 airbags, hill hold assist, electronic stability program and ABS with EBD. There is also a 360-degree parking camera, speed-sensitive auto door locking and front seatbelt with pretensioner and force limiters. ₹ 6.8 Lakhs Onwards ₹ 6.7 - 9.92 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 6.84 - 10.19 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 5 Lakhs Onwards ₹ 6.49 - 9.64 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 11.71 - 14.87 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon The compact sedan also comes with high-speed alert, 3-point seat belts for all seats, ISOFIX child seat anchors and fog lamps. There is a rear parking camera and sensors, and a tyre pressure monitoring system. (Also read: Maruti Suzuki Dzire scores 5 star crash test safety rating in Bharat NCAP) The premium hatchback that underwent testing was fitted with Electronic Stability Control, Hill Hold Assist, and ABS with EBD. Additionally, it features a 360-degree parking camera, an auto IRVM, speed-sensitive auto door locking, and front seat belts equipped with pre-tensioners and force limiters. Other safety features included with the Baleno are a high-speed warning alert, three-point seatbelts, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and a reverse parking camera with sensors. The subcompact sedan achieved a score of 29.46 out of 32 in adult protection, while it received 41.57 out of 49 for child protection. Notably, the fourth generation Maruti Dzire also attained a five-star safety rating in the Global NCAP in November 2024, becoming the first product from Maruti Suzuki to reach this milestone. In the Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test, the Dzire received an impressive score of 14.17 out of 16.00, and in the Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test, it earned 15.29 out of 16.00. (Also read: Maruti Suzuki India eyes 4 lakh exports in FY26 to counter domestic market slowdown) The agency conducted tests on two variants of the Baleno - one equipped with 6 airbags and the other with 2 airbags. The results revealed slightly different scores for each variant. The variant with 6 airbags achieved a score of 26.52 out of 32.00 points for adult occupant protection, while the variant with 2 airbags received a score of 24.04 out of 32.00. Both variants, however, obtained the same score of 34.81 out of 49 for child occupant protection. In the Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test, both variants scored 11.54 out of 16.00. However, the ratings differed in the Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test. The 6 airbags variant scored 12.50 out of 16.00, whereas the 2 airbags variant scored 14.99 out of 16.00.
