Mahindra BE 6e First Drive Impressions | India’s Whackiest Car,...
- Dec 7, 2024
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The Tata Curvv EV was a fresh SUV-coupe in the market but not for long, as the Mahindra BE 6e triggered flares among enthusiasts with its sharp cuts and creases and a fighter jet-inspired cabin. It's nothing like the usual as you might expect. Both Indian electric SUVs are well-equipped in their own ways, and if you’re looking for an electric SUV around the ₹20 lakh mark for now, these two are likely on your radar.
While we’ve compared their claimed ranges previously, this time, we’re putting them up against each other for a detailed specifications comparison. Let’s see how they stack up.
Mahindra BE 6e |
Tata Curvv EV |
|
Price (ex-showroom) |
Starts at Rs 18.9 lakh |
Rs 17.49 lakh to Rs 21.99 lakh |
We’ll have to wait longer for the full price list of the BE 6e, which is expected to be announced at the Bharat Mobility Expo in January 2025. Both electric SUVs currently carry introductory price tags, and based on the starting prices, it’s clear that the BE 6e’s higher variants will command a significant premium, surpassing the top-spec price of the Curvv EV.
Lets see how their sizes and features compare next.
Dimensions |
Mahindra BE 6e |
Tata Curvv EV |
Length |
4371 mm |
4310 mm |
Width |
1907 mm |
1810 mm |
Height |
1627 mm |
1637 mm |
Wheelbase |
2775 mm |
2560 mm |
Boot Space |
455 litre |
500 litre |
Frunk |
45 litre |
11.6 litre |
Despite both being compact SUVs, the BE 6e is notably larger than the Curvv EV in every dimension, except height. However, the Curvv EV does offer a larger boot space allowing you to pack in more luggage on drives. The BE 6e compensates on this bit with its bigger frunk space.
Features |
Mahindra BE 6e |
Tata Curvv EV |
Headlights |
LED projector headlights with DRLs |
LED projector headlights With DRLs |
LED tail lights |
Yes, connected |
Yes, connected |
Alloy wheels |
19-inch alloy wheels |
18-inch alloy wheels |
Infotainment System |
Touchscreen, 12.3-inches |
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system |
Digital Driver’s Display |
Yes, 12.3-inch display |
Yes, 10.25-inch display |
Wireless Android Auto And Apple CarPlay |
Yes |
Yes |
Speakers |
16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system |
9 speaker JBL sound system |
Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Sunroof |
Yes, Fixed Glassroof (with Illumination) |
Yes, Panoramic |
Ambient Lighting |
Yes |
Yes |
Connected Car Tech |
Yes |
Yes |
Reclining Rear Seats |
Yes, 2-step |
Yes |
Ventilated Seats |
Yes, with memory function |
Yes |
Powered Tailgate |
Yes |
Yes, with gesture control |
Climate Control |
Yes, dual-zone |
Yes |
Rear AC Vents |
Yes |
Yes |
Wireless Phone Charger |
Yes (Two chargers) |
Yes |
Push Button Start-stop |
Yes |
Yes |
Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
ADAS Features |
Yes, level-2 |
Yes, level-2 |
Airbags |
7 |
6 |
Rain Sensing Wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
Tyre pressure Monitoring system |
Yes |
Yes |
Electronic parking brake with auto hold function |
Yes |
Yes |
Powered Driver Seats |
Yes |
Yes |
360-degree camera |
Yes |
Yes |
Auto Park |
Yes |
No |
Vehicle-to-load (V2L) |
- |
Yes |
The full feature set of the Mahindra BE 6e is yet to be revealed, but based on what has been confirmed so far, it already surpasses the Tata Curvv EV in several areas. These include larger alloy wheels, a more premium sound system with additional speakers, an illuminated glass roof, an extra wireless phone charger, an additional airbag and an auto-parking feature. While the Tata Curvv EV is also quite well-equipped, the BE 6e offers impressive premium features that justify the additional cost.
Mahindra BE 6e |
Tata Curvv EV |
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Battery Packs |
59 kWh |
79 kWh |
45 kWh |
55 kWh |
Power |
231 PS |
286 PS |
150 PS |
167 PS |
Torque |
380 Nm |
380 Nm |
215 Nm |
215 Nm |
Drivetrain |
Rear-wheel drive |
Front-wheel drive |
Both the Mahindra BE 6e and Tata Curvv EV offer two battery pack options, but the BE 6e comes with larger batteries. It also delivers noticeably higher power and torque compared to its coupe rival. While the BE 6e was speculated to feature an all-wheel-drive configuration, Mahindra has yet to shed light on that bit.
The BE 6e also claims greater ranges and shorter charging times, which you can explore in detail in this story.
While both electric SUVs bring an impressive set of features and unique designs to the table, it's not really a two way battle. Being direct rivals, the Mahindra BE 6e stands out with its unconventional innovation and premium features, though that asks for a higher cost too, which in our opinion is justifiable, considering the brilliant package on offer.
If you’re after something bold and groundbreaking, the BE 6e delivers a never-before-seen look that’s sure to turn heads. That said, its futuristic design might also feel a bit alien for some, especially families or non-enthusiasts. So, if you’re looking for a SUV coupe with a more conventional yet unique design alongside decent range, the Tata Curvv EV might be your pick.
Which one would you choose? Let us know in the comments!
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