MAHINDRA has introduced particulars of its forthcoming BE 6e and XEV 9e electrical SUVs, the duo the most recent from the Indian model’s Electrical Origin sequence of motor automobiles underpinned by the agency’s Inglo EV structure.
Whereas the pair is at present slated just for the Indian market (with buyer deliveries to begin in February or March), it’s seemingly different right-hand drive markets – together with Australia – might see the Mahindra BE 6e and XEV 9e in showrooms as early as mid-next yr.
“Mahindra plans a phased, calibrated worldwide rollout of the Electrical Origin sequence, beginning with right-hand drive (RHD) markets. We are going to make bulletins of launch on the acceptable time,” a spokesperson for Mahindra Australia instructed GoAuto.
The BE 6e measures 4371mm in size, 1907mm in width and 1627mm in top whereas using on a 2775mm wheelbase – dimensions that make it much like the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.
The mannequin contains a rear-mounted electrical motor outputting 170kW or 210kW (grade dependent) and 380Nm, every equipped by a 59.0kWh or 79.0kWh battery pack (once more grade dependent).
Mahindra quotes a 0-100km/h time of 6.7 seconds for the BE 6e.
In the meantime, the bigger XEV 9e shares the identical wheelbase, and physique width because the BE 6e, however is 4789mm in size and 1694mm in top.
The mannequin shares the identical powertrain because the BE 6e however is barely slower within the dash to 100km/h at 6.8 seconds.
Each journey on MacPherson strut entrance and multi-link rear suspension with semi-active damping in any respect 4 corners. Braking is by wire and an all-disc association whereas the steering is electrically assisted.
Mahindra quotes a driving vary of as much as 682km for the BE 6e and as much as 656km for the XEV 9e. Each could also be charged through a 7.3- or 11.2kW AC home enter or (as much as) 175kW DC quick charger.
“The perception that impressed our model concept is rooted in probably the most highly effective human emotion – love, which is everlasting – conjures up our deepest decisions and defines who we’re,” stated Mahindra electrical vehicle joint managing director and automotive sector president Veejay Nakra.
“Our electrical origin SUVs, BE 6e and XEV 9e are about Unlimit Love that may encourage our prospects to reside a life with out limits, full of experiences that may make them really feel alive.
“Crafted for unmissable presence, unparalleled know-how and unrivalled efficiency, our electrical origin SUVs will set new international benchmarks.
“The BE 6e, with its edgy, athletic silhouette and race-inspired agility, is designed for individuals who thrive on efficiency and adrenaline whereas the XEV 9e exudes sophistication with its suave SUV coupe design, seamlessly mixing indulgent luxurious with dynamic efficiency.”
Whereas the styling of the pair is certainly particular person to the physique model, there are variations within the styling of the 19-inch alloy wheels, and inside structure that sees the BE 6e clad with a “race prepared” digital show, sporty twin-spoke steering wheel, and dual-screen (infotainment and instrumentation) panel.
The XEV 9e is differentiated by a bigger (however nonetheless cut up) 43.3-inch mixture show with a 3rd display for passengers, digitised instrumentation, and a well-known infotainment array.
Each can be found optionally with a 16-speaker harman/kardon audio system.
Security inclusions are intensive, with Degree 2+ self-driving capabilities, a 360-degree digicam system, and driver help options aided by the usual fitment of digicam, radar, and ultrasonic sensors.
“The BE 6e and XEV 9e are the following Indian icons that will likely be world beaters,” stated Mahindra electrical vehicle joint managing director and automotive product improvement president R Velusamy.
“The distinction between a automobile that’s made-electric and these two Born Electrical SUVs is that one you’ve seen earlier than, and the opposite one is not like something you’ve seen earlier than.
“One nearly matches business requirements of efficiency whereas one units a brand new customary for efficiency within the business. One has tech that may quickly be historical past, whereas one has tech that may make every little thing historical past.
“These two merchandise constructed on our floor up revolutionary electrical origin structure Inglo and powered by MAIA, the quickest automotive thoughts on the earth embody Mahindra’s imaginative and prescient of Unlimit India, setting new international benchmarks.”
Within the Indian market, the Mahindra BE 6e is priced from 1.89 million Rupees ($A34,600) and the XEV 9e from 2.19 million Rupees ($A40,100).
Australian supply timing, specification, and pricing will likely be introduced in the end.
