All-New Mahindra BE 6e Electric SUV Launched In India; Prices Start From Rs 18.90 Lakh

Mahindra has launched the all-new BE 6e electric SUV with prices starting from Rs18.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The 6e was originally previewed by the BE.05 concept back in 2022 with the production model carrying over a lot of the concept’s design. The BE 6e is one of Mahindra’s first production electric SUVs, alongside the XEV 9e, to be underpinned by the brand’s all-new INGLO platform and is the first in a family of SUVs under the BE sub-brand. Mahindra says it plans to commence deliveries of the BE 6e by March 2025.

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Starting with the design, the BE 6e carries over the edgy and sporting looks of the concept replete with the J-shaped LED daytime running lamps, closed-off grille and the floating aerodynamic panel running between the headlamps atop the fascia. Moving to the sides, notable elements include the prominently flared wheel arches and the angular-raked rear windscreen that gives the BE 6e a coupe-SUV look. At the rear the BE 6e features unique C-shaped LED tail-lamps and a split roof-mounted spoiler.

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The BE 6e measures 4371 mm long, 1907 mm wide and 1627 mm tall and sits on a 2775 mm wheelbase. The SUV has a unladen ground clearance of 207 mm.

Focusing on the cabin, Mahindra says that the cockpit of the jet aircraft has inspired the cabin. A panoramic display housing the digital instrument cluster and the central touchscreen dominates the dashboard. The EV gets a new two-spoke steering with an illuminated BE logo. Moving to the centre console, the gear selector looks to emulate the controls in a jet aircraft while the overhead switches near the rearview mirror too are said to be inspired from the same. Coming to the features, the BE 6e packs in features such as a head-up display, a panoramic glass roof, ambient lighting, connected vehicle tech, 16-speaker Harman Kardon Audio system with Dolby Atmos, Level 2 advanced driver assistance system and a one-touch parking function that does not require the driver to be inside the vehicle.

Speaking of the entry variant, Mahindra said that the BE 6e Pack One will get features such as multiple drive modes, single pedal drive function, semi-active suspension, cruise control, digital instrument cluster, touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, all LED lighting, connected car features, keyless go, auto headlamp and wipers, 65W Type C charging ports and split folding rear seats. The Pack One is exclusively offered with the 59 kWh battery.

The BE 6e comes with a 455 litre boot with Mahindra saying that it also features a 45-litre frunk.

Moving to the powertrain, the BE 6e is offered with two battery pack options with rear-wheel drive as standard. Buyers can opt between a 59 kWh or 79 kWh battery pack depending on the variant selected. The electric motor develops 170 kW of peak power when paired with the 59 kWh battery and a stronger 210 kW with the larger 79 kWh variants. Peak torque remains unchanged at 380 Nm. Mahindra claims an ARAI-certified range of up to 682 km on a single charge with the 79 kWh battery pack. The 59 kWh battery pack meanwhile offers a certified range of up to 535 km. Owners have three drive modes to pick from - Race, Range and Everyday.

In terms of charging, Mahindra says that the BE 6e will come with a 11 kW on-board charger and support up to 175 kW of DC fast charging. The charging times are as follows:

The BE 6e will go up against the likes of the Tata Curvv in the Indian market.