2036 KM Road Trip in My Mahindra XEV 9E from Gurgaon to Ujjain and Back

A few years ago I would have laughed at the idea of taking an EV on a long road trip. But here I am after completing 2036 kilometres across four cities in my Mahindra XEV 9E and I can say this with confidence – electric vehicles are more than ready for the highways.

I planned every stop with the EVJoints Trip Planner. It showed me charging stations along my route estimated my battery % age at each stop and kept my mind at ease. Here is how the journey went.

Here’s a breakdown of how the journey unfolded.

Route Overview

Gurgaon to Jaipur to Bhopal to Ujjain and back to Gurgaon

I split this into three legs:

• Leg 1: Gurgaon to Bhopal via Jaipur and Kota
• Leg 2: Bhopal to Ujjain
• Leg 3: Ujjain to Gurgaon

Leg 1: Gurgaon to Bhopal via Jaipur and Kota

I left Gurgaon with 89% state of charge and drove to Jaipur for a short meeting. I added charge at a Jio-Bp station to reach 90% then headed out on the expressway. I set Adaptive Cruise Control at 85 kilometres per hour and let the car do most of the work. The advanced driver-assist felt next level. The augmented reality line on the windscreen tracked vehicles ahead as if I was in a science fiction movie.

My first charging stop was at the Xobolt charger at Radhika Resort near Kota where another Mahindra XEV 9E was already plugged in. I waited twenty minutes, added 19% then the power cut. No worries because EVJoints Trip Planner had shown me a 60 kilowatt charger at BPCL Porwal in Jhalawar. There I spent 53 minutes adding 56% and then drove on to Bhopal. I arrived at 10 PM with 31%.

The next morning, I charged a bit at the Statiq station by Bhopal Lake, took the car out for a drive around the lake, and visited the Bhojeshwar Mahadev Temple. It was a great way to stretch my legs and enjoy a local landmark before Leg 2.

I reached Bhopal with 31% charge. The total distance covered in this leg was 872 kilometres, using 160% SOC.

Distance covered: 872 kilometres
SOC used: 160%
DC charging done: 102%
Charging time: 108 minutes
Charging cost: ₹1607

Leg 2: Bhopal to Ujjain

This leg was shorter but had its own moments. I left Bhopal with 60% and stopped for food at Ode the Dhaba which has multiple ChargeZone and Jio-Bp guns plus two Adani guns. I added 23% in 20 minutes before another power cut. Still I had enough to reach Ujjain.

I arrived with 38% and had lunch at Meghdoot Resort. There I used the Jio-Bp charger to add 36%, then later added another 15% when the power came back. I did not wait to reach full charge because the trip planner had shown a reliable Volttic charger near Garoth on the expressway for the next day.

Distance covered: 200 kilometres
SOC used: 45%
DC charging done: 74%
Charging time: 50 minutes
Charging cost: ₹1133

Leg 3: Ujjain to Gurgaon

I started with 89% then drove to the Volttic charger near Garoth. I arrived with 62% and left with 80% after 28 minutes.

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I chose the Kota Deoli Tonk route for better food options. I stopped at Dhanwa Resort in Kota for a delicious meal but the charger had no power.

From Kota, my plan was to charge again at Hotel Uttarayan or Mannat Restaurant near Kothun. When I reached Hotel Uttarayan, power was out again. So I continued to Mannat, which thankfully had multiple options — Tata, Jio-Bp, ChargeZone and even Adani (though not working). I plugged into ChargeZone but ended up sharing the gun with another EV. Because of this, I got just 22 kW charging speed. I needed around 60% to reach home and wanted to keep 20% buffer, so I waited until I reached 75%. Took 80 minutes, but it was worth it.

From there, it was a smooth 293 kilometre drive back home with ACC locked at 80 km/h. I reached home at 12:20 AM with 23% still left.

Distance covered: 788 kilometres
SOC used: 139%
DC charging done: 83%
Charging time: 108 minutes
Charging cost: ₹1285

Trip Summary at a Glance

• Total distance travelled: 2036 kilometres
• Total SOC used: 345%
• Total DC fast charging done: 259%
• Total charging sessions: 7
• Total DC charging time: 266 minutes (about 4.5 hours)
• Total charging cost: ₹4025
• Estimated total energy used: Around 96 to 100 kilowatt hours
• Average range per 100% SOC: 590 kilometres
• Average efficiency: Around 5.8 to 6 kilometres per kilowatt hour
• Cost per kilometre (charging): ₹2 per kilometre

Charging Stops At a Glance:

• Jio-Bp Station, Jaipur – Top-up to 90% after short meeting
• Xobolt Charger, Radhika Resort (near Kota) – Topped up 19% before power cut
• BPCL Porwal, Jhalawar (60kW Gun) – Added 56%, charged from 29% to 85%
• Statiq Charger, Bhopal Lake – Morning top-up before local travel
• Ode the Dhaba (Between Bhopal and Ujjain) – Added 23% in 20 minutes
• Meghdoot Resort, Ujjain (Jio-Bp Charger) First session: Added 36% and 15% after power resumed
• Volttic Charger near Garoth – Quick stop to go from 62% to 80%
• Mannat Restaurant, Kothun (Chose ChargeZone gun) – Charged from 20% to 75%

Tips for Long EV Trips (Based on My Experience)

1. Plan using a Trip Planner – I used EVJoints trip planner to avoid panic charging and shows alternate stations nearby. This gives peace of mind throughout the trip.
2. Do not chase 100% at every stop – Charge based on range needed. A buffer of 15 to 20% is usually enough if you have planned your next charger well.
3. Avoid cutting it too close – Start charging when you still have 150 to 200 kilometres of range left. This will help in case of power outages or busy stations.
4. Carry multiple charging apps and keep some balance in all – Sometimes a gun may be free on one app and busy on another. Avoid being stuck due to wallet issues.
5. Take breaks at food spots with chargers – Combine charging and meal stops. This saves time and reduces trip fatigue.
6. Drive steady on highways – ACC at 80 or 85 kilometres per hour can give excellent range. I got 563 kilometres using just 100% SOC this way.
7. Keep an eye on charging power – Shared guns slow down charging. Politely request others to switch if multiple guns are available.
8. Trust your EV and enjoy the drive – You will be surprised how far these cars can go with a bit of planning.

Map View of The Trip:

Conclusion

This journey across Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh in my Mahindra XEV 9e changed the way I look at EVs. I covered more than 2000 kilometres using public charging infrastructure, faced power cuts, drove in real-world highway conditions, and still finished comfortably.

The key to this smooth experience was the EVJoints Trip Planner. It made planning effortless, charging predictable, and range anxiety non-existent.

EVJoints Route Planner

To anyone wondering if EVs are ready for long trips, the answer is yes. With the right tools and mindset, EVs can do everything and more.

I have already done over 8000 kilometres on highways with my EV. And this is just the beginning.

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