The Mahindra BE 6 is a five-passenger electric SUV that uses Mahindra’s INGLO “Born Electric” platform and combines excellent range, cutting-edge technology, and superior safety features.
The BE 6 is offered with 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery packs. The 59 kWh version makes 228 bhp and 380 Nm, while the 79 kWh version makes 282 bhp and 380 Nm. Both versions are paired with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive layout.
Being an electric vehicle (EV), this is about range versus miles; this vehicle has an EPA-rated range of 683 km (426 mi) for the 79 kWh model at test conditions, and Mahindra claims a real-world range of greater than or equal to 500 km (310 mi) for the larger battery. The performance of the car is very good, especially when comparing the two different horsepower versions of the same EV.
The cabin has a modern design, with big screen displays and lots of technology built into everything, plus nice trim materials that are available for the more expensive versions. The passenger experience in the BE 6 is improved by its longer wheelbase, while the seating arrangement makes it very usable as a family vehicle each day.
The BE 6 gets a strong safety package with airbags, ESC, TPMS, braking aids, and ADAS on higher variants. Its 5-star Bharat NCAP score is one of its biggest highlights.
The BE 6 has a length of 4,371 mm, a width of 1,907 mm and a wheelbase of 2,775 mm. The ground clearance is 207 mm, and the boot space is 455 litres, making it a decent amount of space for being able to take away anything on the weekends or for everyday use.
Key highlights include dual large displays, connected car functions, fast charging support, premium audio and convenience features on higher variants, panoramic glass roof on select trims, and advanced driver assistance tech.
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Number of cylinders | -- |
| Displacement | -- |
| Max power (bhp) | -- |
| Gear box | 1 Speed |
| Max torque (Nm) | -- |
| Mileage (ARAI) | -- |
| Fuel Type | electric |
| Dual-battery options (59 kWh and 79 kWh) offering up to 683 km claimed driving range on a single charge | |
| Powerful electric motor producing up to 282 bhp and 380 Nm of torque | |
| DC fast charging capable of charging 20–80% in about 20 minutes | |
| Futuristic electric SUV with advanced digital cockpit and modern safety technology |
Pack One 59Kwh | ||
|---|---|---|
Comfort & convenience | ||
| 2nd row adjustable headrest | Yes | |
| 2nd row adjustable headrest - 2nd row headrest adjustment type | Manual | |
| 2nd row recline adjustable seats | Yes | |
| 2nd row recline adjustable seats - 2nd row recline adjustable seat type | Manual | |
| Adjustable ORVM | Yes | |
Entertainment & communication | ||
| Apple car play / android auto | Yes | |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Am/fm radio | Yes | |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Bluetooth compatibility/connectivity | Yes | |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - USB compatibility/connectivity | Yes | |
| Speakers | Yes | |
Exterior | ||
| Body colored bumpers | Yes | |
| Body kit | Yes | |
| Exterior door handle colour | Body Coloured | |
| Headlights Bulb type | LED | |
| Outside rear view mirrors (ORVMs) | Yes | |
Interior | ||
| Digital Instrument cluster | Yes | |
| Digital Instrument cluster - Digital Tachometer | Yes | |
| Digital Instrument cluster - Digital tripmeter | Yes | |
| Front seat pockets | Yes | |
| Headrests | Yes | |
Safety | ||
| 360 view camera | No | |
| Airbags | Yes | |
| Airbags - Co-passenger airbag | Yes | |
| Airbags - Front torso airbags | Yes | |
| Airbags - Knee airbags | No | |
"In terms of performance, the BE 6 performs well; however, it performs even better in daily driving conditions. I never felt stressed while driving this vehicle. "
"Aside from the looks, I was also interested in an electric vehicle that was safe and modern. The Bharat NCAP rating and the number and quality of features were more than satisfactory on this vehicle. "
"The BE 6 has a very modern and futuristic feel to it and is very well-equipped. One downside is that the higher-end variants are somewhat pricey. "
"I do not believe the BE 6 to be an experimental EV; I consider it to be well-made, very sturdy, and able to provide normalcy to family's everyday use. "
" The BE 6 turns heads no matter where you go. It attracted me immediately by the way it looks, but also because it has a practical and sizeable cabin plus ample range on one charge. "