The Mahindra BE 6 will be offered in three variants with two battery options—59 and 79 kWh. In November, Mahindra announced the introductory ex-showroom price of ₹18.90 lakh for the base variant, whereas the top-end variant costs ₹26.90 lakh. Bookings for the top-spec BE 6 Pack Three will open on 14 February 2025, while reservations for the remaining two variants are set to begin in March 2025.
Variants
The BE 6 will be available in three variants: Pack One, Pack Two, and Pack Three, but the prices of the mid-spec trim have not been announced yet. The BE 6 SUV will be available in eight colours: Everest White, Firestorm Orange, Stealth Black, Tango Red, Deep Forest, Desert Myst, Desert Myst Satin and Everest White Satin.
Tech Talk
The Mahindra BE 6 will have two battery pack options - 59 kWh for Pack One and 79 kWh for the other two variants, with an ARAI range of 556km and 682km, respectively.
The 59 kWh battery supports a 228 bhp motor, whereas the 79 kWh battery works with a 278 bhp motor; the torque is rated at 380Nm for both. The BE 6 Pack One will be a rare-wheel drive (RWD), while the Pack Two and Pack Three will have an all-wheel drive (AWD). Mahindra also claims that the BE 6 can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
Mahindra will also provide a lifetime warranty on the 79KWh battery pack for the first owner and claims that it can charge from 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes using a 175kW DC fast charging.
Features
The BE 6 comes packed with features: 16 Harman Kardon speakers for immersive audio, class-leading safety featuring seven airbags, Level 2+ ADAS with five radars and twelve ultrasonic sensors, 360-degree cameras, seat with memory function, 5G connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi, OTA updates and an auto park feature.
Conclusion
Overall, the Mahindra BE 6 stands out with its futuristic design, advanced features, and competitive pricing. It combines cutting-edge technology with practicality, making it a strong contender in the electric SUV market. With multiple variants and flexible pricing, the BE 6 caters to a wide range of buyers, positioning itself as an appealing choice for those seeking sustainability without compromising style or performance. As bookings open in early 2025, the BE 6 is set to make a bold impact in India’s growing EV segment. Do you think the Mahindra BE 6 will hold up against rivals like the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV?