Mahindra BE 6e Launched At Rs 18.9 Lakh, Gets Modern Styling, Premium Features And Big Batteries With Plenty Of Range

The highly anticipated Mahindra BE 6e, an all-electric compact SUV, has been finally launched at an introductory price of Rs 18.9 lakh (ex-showroom). Globally revealed alongside its sibling, the XEV 9e, this born-electric offering from Mahindra seems to be good enough (on-paper) to position itself as India’s answer to luxury compact SUVs from global brands. With its futuristic design, a wealth of modern features, and an impressive power output – the highest in its family to date – the BE 6e sets a new benchmark for Mahindra’s EV lineup alongside the XEV 9e. 

A detailed overview of its features and capabilities follows in the next section.

Mahindra BE 6e: Design

The Mahindra BE 6e is the production-ready version of the BE 05 concept, showcasing an all-new design language. It features a distinctive illuminated BE logo, replacing the traditional Mahindra badge, to establish its unique branding identity.

At the front, the SUV boasts an aggressive yet sleek design with sharp lines, highlighted by striking LED headlights framed by C-shaped LED DRLs.

Although not a true SUV coupe, the BE 6e sports a coupe-like roofline which rather looks sharp and edgy as it slopes down. The doors and window outlines look sharp and the rear door handles are kept hidden for you to search for. It gets a host of cuts and creasing, imparting a sharp design, and the design is complimented by newly styled 20-inch alloys. The piano black cladding in the profile, which extends to the wheel arches, adds muscle in the design.

At the rear, we can see similar C shaped LED tail lights spanning the height of the chunky tailgate, while the split roof-mounted spoilers look rather sporty. All in all, the BE 6e looks nothing like anything that currently roams on the Indian roads and it won’t be out of place in the plot of a Cyberpunk movie.

Mahindra BE 6e: Interior

The BE 6e’s cabin stands out with its modern and futuristic design, setting it apart from typical Mahindra SUVs or other offerings in its segment. The layout is rather futuristic with a cockpit-like space for the driver, defined by the floating panel above the central console.It gets a sporty two-spoke octagonal steering wheel which includes a sleek black glass panel with integrated toggle controls for ADAS and other functions, along with an illuminated BE logo at the center.

The dashboard is minimalistic while the console itself is practical, offering two cup holders at the front, followed by the jet-like gear lever, a multifunctional knob, and a center armrest.

The ambient lighting strip flows across the dashboard and seamlessly extends into the front door panels. Above, the large fixed glass roof adds an airy and open feel to the cabin.