Mahindra has become a household name not only in India but also in nation like Australia and USA. It has gained respect among farmer community for is tractors. With time it has diversified its product from 2 wheeler to cars.
Mahindra and Mahindra has recently ventured into electric vehicle segment with new name and badge. Mahindra Electric will focus solely on the growth of company in electric segment. Mahindra had previously launched electric vehicle in form of XUV400 EV. Mahindra XUV400 EV had garnered interest of many motor enthusiast.
Mahindra Electric has launched two Electric Vehicle with intention of solidifying its stand in EV segment. This Vehicle are Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e.
Mahindra BE 6
BE 6 is will have two variants in terms of battery pack – 59 kWh and 79 kWh. BE 6 59 kWh is available in market while higher battery pack variant with 79 kWh will be available in market expectantly from January 2025.
Price, Range and Features
| BE 6 Variant | 59 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Price | Rs. 18.90 – 21.90 Lac (Approx 22000 USD) | Rs. 21.90 Lac – 23.40 |
| Range | 535 km | 682 km |
| Power | 228 bhp | 282 bhp |
Mahindra XEV 9e
XEV 9e will have two variants in terms of battery pack – 59 kWh and 79 kWh. XEV 9e 59 kWh is available in market while higher battery pack variant with 79 kWh will be available in market expectantly from January 2025
Price, Range and Features
| XEV 9e Variant | 59 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Price | Rs. 21.90 – 24.90 Lac (Approx 25000 USD) | Rs. 24.90 Lac – 26.40 |
| Range | 542km | 656 km |
| Power | 228 bhp | 282 bhpTh |
The cars will be equipped with features like 3-screen setup on the dashboard, 16 speakers, and an augmented reality (AR)-based heads-up display and ADAS.
Will it be Indian Tesla?
Both the car are brimming with highest level of technology Indian roads has seen so far. From point of view of affordability, if Mahindra Electric upholds quality than than it has potential of not only being Indian Tesla but also disrupting international market for Electric vehicles. However, it is bound to face stiff competition from another India company TATA motors with launch of Harrier EV.