The Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 9e, the first born-electric SUVs from the indigenous automaker, are set to make their global debut on 26th November 2024. Ahead of their official unveiling, the carmaker has revealed the specifications of both models. The new Mahindra electric SUVs will be based on the brand’s modular INGLO platform and will feature a compact “three-in-one powertrain” comprising an electric motor, an inverter, and a transmission. Read: Mahindra’s New Tata Nexon EV Rival SUV Coming Soon
Both SUVs will offer two battery pack options – 59kWh and 79kWh – with LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) chemistry. The power output will range between 231 bhp and 286 bhp, depending on the application.
More Power Than Curvv EV, e Vitara
Compared to the Tata Curvv EV, which comes with 45kWh (147 bhp/215 Nm) and 55kWh (165 bhp/215 Nm) front-axle-mounted electric motors, the upcoming Mahindra electric SUVs will be significantly more powerful. Additionally, they will also outperform the forthcoming Maruti e-Vitara, which is expected to feature 49kWh (142 bhp with 2WD) and 61kWh (171 bhp with 2WD and 181 bhp with AWD) battery options.
Battery Charging Time
Mahindra’s new born-electric SUVs will be equipped with rear-axle-mounted motors only. However, speculations suggest that the Mahindra BE 6e might feature an AWD system with a dual-motor setup, promising even higher power and torque outputs. The battery packs will support fast charging of up to 175kW DC, enabling them to charge from 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes. Both the XEV 9e and BE 9e will come with a semi-active suspension system and brake-by-wire technology. They will also offer multiple drive modes.
Interior, Features
Official teaser images reveal that the Mahindra BE 6e will feature dual 12.3-inch screens with a floating wraparound element, a twin-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Mahindra BE logo, an electronic parking brake, and a larger glass roof. The Mahindra XEV 9e, on the other hand, will come with three individual 12.3-inch screens running Mahindra’s Adrenox software, a two-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel with an illuminated logo, drive modes, and an electronic parking brake.
