Mahindra will reveal the production ready BE.05 SUV and the XUV.e9 on November 26, 2024, in Chennai. The production-spec born-electric SUVs will be named BE 6e and XEV 9e, respectively, and as spy shots have shown, both these INGLO platform-based models are expected to be radically designed just like the concepts they are based on.
- Mahindra BE 6e likely to get 60kWh and 79kWh battery options
- BE 6e RWD and AWD versions expected
- Mahindra XEV 9e likely to be offered in RWD form only
Mahindra BE 6e to rival Tata Curvv EV, Hyundai Creta EV
The BE 6e will sit above Mahindra’s XUV400 electric SUV and will be pitted against e-SUVs like the Tata Curvv EV, and the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV and Maruti’s eVX. As far as dimensions go, the concept measured 4,370mm in length, 1,900mm in width, 1,635mm in height and had a wheelbase length of 2,775mm. The production BE 6e is likely to be the same size, which means it will be as large as Maruti’s born EV, the eVX.
As we had reported earlier, when we had exclusive spy shots of the BE 6e, Mahindra aims for the radically styled e-SUV to pull in customers who want a distinct road presence and a lot of tech. The spy shots had also shown an interior that is very similar to the concept shown back in 2022 – a twin screen setup and a unique wraparound element that extends from the dashboard to the centre console can be seen.
The Mahindra BE 6e is expected to be available in RWD and AWD form, and have two battery options – a smaller 60kWh unit and a larger 79kWh one. While the latter is expected to go 450km on a single charge, both versions will come with ultra fast charging capabilities.
Mahindra XEV 9e likely to take on Tata Harrier EV
Based on what we had previously seen of the XEV 9e, Mahindra hopes to attract executives who want the space, comfort and practicality of an SUV in a stylish package with this all-electric coupe-SUV. Likely to be offered in RWD form only, the XEV 9e will share its battery pack and powertrain with the BE 6e. A highlight on the inside will be the three-screen display, which includes a dedicated screen for the front passenger. Other bits in the cabin are expected to be shared with the XUV700 that’s currently on sale. While the XEV e9 will have no direct rivals at launch, the Harrier EV is expected to be offered at a similar price point.
More details about Mahindra’s first models in the BE and XEV range will be revealed in the coming days. Stay tuned.
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