The electric coupe SUV from the Indian auto giant has been achieving unprecedented feats across the globe
The Mahindra BE 6 is the first Indian electric SUV to scale the London E-Prix Circuit. This is a massive achievement for the new-age Indian EV. Mahindra has launched two sub-brands to sell EVs – XEV and BE. At present, the XEV 9e and BE 6 are on sale in India. In fact, they have done a commendable job in creating some world-class products based on the new INGLO platform. Going forward, there are a bunch of more products planned to be launched in India, for the world.
Mahindra BE 6 at London E-Prix Circuit
The London E-Prix is a prominent event in the world of EV racing. First started in 2014, the event has already gained significant traction. However, this is the first time ever that an Indian electric SUV has participated in this esteemed race. In fact, the photos and videos of the Mahindra BE 6 dominating the track have been shared by the official Mahindra social media handles. The EV was driven with confidence and authority over the track, and it represents a proud moment for all the Indians across the globe.
The Mahindra BE 6 will come with two battery options – 59 kWh and 79 kWh. It’s built on Mahindra’s INGLO platform and uses BYD’s Blade Cell technology with LFP batteries. The smaller battery offers 228 hp and 380 Nm of torque, while the bigger one gives 281 hp and the same torque. Mahindra claims the driving range is 535 km for the smaller pack and up to 682 km (around 550 km as per WLTP) for the larger one. Using a 175 kW DC fast charger, the larger battery can charge from 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes. The BE 6 comes with three driving modes – Range, Everyday, and Race. In Race mode, it can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds. The prices range from Rs 18.90 lakh to Rs 27.65 lakh, ex-showroom.
| Specs | Mahindra BE 6e |
| Battery | 59 kWh & 79 kWh |
| Range | 535 km & 682 km |
| Power | 228 hp & 281 hp |
| Torque | 380 Nm |
| DC Fast Charging | 20 mins (20%-80% w/ 175 kW) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | 6.7 seconds |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm |
| Boot Capacity | 455-litre + 45-litre |
My View
I must admit this is an extremely proud occasion not just for the Indian automobile giant, but for all the Indians around the globe. To develop a world-class EV which can participate in the London E-Prix is a monumental accomplishment. As the EV industry grows, we will keep getting new and impressive products. In India, EV sales have risen exponentially in the last couple of years. Going forward, this trend is likely to continue as more and more carmakers launch new products in various market segments.
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