Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e: Variant breakdown
Which features are available in the different variants of the Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e?
Which features are available in the different variants of the Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e?
Since Mahindra unveiled its new electric cars – the BE 6 and XEV 9e – there has been a surge of excitement among enthusiasts and buyers alike. And for good reason. After an initial stop-start approach, the introduction of these SUVs marks a clear direction for Mahindra’s EV strategy. As part of this strategy, Mahindra aims not just to encourage a switch from ICE vehicles to EVs but to redefine performance, luxury, and technology.
Mahindra’s BE 6 and XEV 9e look futuristic, drive impressively, ride brilliantly, and are packed with tech features designed to keep you constantly engaged. That said, Mahindra has developed a structured variant hierarchy to broaden the appeal of these two SUVs across different price points and feature sets. Understandably, this can make it tricky to differentiate between variants and choose the one that best suits you.
To help with that, here’s a handy guide to understanding the variant-wise offerings of these two SUVs. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom.
Mahindra BE 6: Variant-wise differences
The BE 6 is a bold, futuristic imagination of personally owned SUVs. As you step up from Pack One to Pack Three (79 kWh), it transforms from a stylish performer into a high-tech sanctuary on wheels.
1. Pack One (59 kWh) – ₹18.9 lakh
The base variant of the BE 6 already comes well-equipped with a 59 kWh battery pack delivering 228bhp of power. It features superfast charging (20-80% in 20 minutes with a 140 kW DC charger), multiple driving modes with boost mode, and multi-step regeneration, including auto mode.
Key Features:
Performance: One-touch single pedal drive, Sonic-Suit Virtual Engine Sounds, and a combination of 5-link rear suspension & McPherson Strut with MTV-CL damping.
Design: Race-ready digital cockpit, illuminated logo, and stylish 19-inch wheels with aero covers.
Technology: Dual super screens (12.3-inch x 2), Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, Superfast 5G connectivity, and pre-installed OTT, social media, and navigation apps.
Safety: 6 airbags, electronic brake booster, driver drowsiness detection, and a 360-degree HD camera.
Comfort: Push-button start, ventilated seats, electronic parking brake, smart climate control with PawPal (pet Mode), and a CampMe (camp mode).
2. Pack One Above (59 kWh) – ₹20.5 lakh
Pack One Above adds a few features to Pack One to make the variant more desirable along with the addition of some conveniences.
Incremental features over Pack One:
Design: 19-inch wheels with aero covers and the fixed glass roof
Safety: TPMS and auto defogger for windshield
Technology: Wireless charger in front
Convenience: Auto dimming IVRM and two-zone auto climate control
3. Pack Two (59 kWh) – ₹21.9 lakh
Pack Two builds upon Pack One Above, adding more comfort and safety features for an elevated driving experience.
Incremental features over Pack One Above:
Performance: Adaptive Cruise Control.
Design: Soft fabric-wrapped interiors and sequential turn indicators.
Safety: L2 ADAS with 1 radar and 1 vision camera, front fog lamps, auto booster lamps, and front parking sensors.
Technology: Sonic Studio by Mahindra with a 16-speaker Harman Kardon Audio system and Dolby Atmos.
Convenience: NFC key, rear AC vents, BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) mounting provision on seats, and a rear parcel shelf.
4. Pack Three Select (59 kWh) – ₹24.9 lakh
Pack Three Select focuses on intelligent drive capabilities and premium features, making the BE 6 a high-end offering.
Incremental features over Pack Two:
Performance: Intelligent Adaptive Suspension for smoother rides.
Design: Signature C-shaped LED DRLs, C-shaped LED tail lamps, centre-aligned tail lamp, and 19-inch alloy wheels.
Safety: 7 airbags (including driver knee airbag), EyeDetech (Driver Monitoring System), a 360-degree camera, and a blind view monitor.
Technology: Secure360 (Live view & recording), Qualcomm 8295 chipset (24GB RAM, 128GB storage), and video calling support.
Comfort & Convenience: 6-way powered driver seat, ventilated front-row seats, power-operated tailgate, and auto fold ORVMs.
5. Pack Three (79 kWh) – ₹26.9 lakh
The highest variant of the BE 6 features a larger battery pack with a boosted power output.
Incremental features over Pack Three Select:
Performance: 79 kWh battery with superfast charging (20-80% in just 20 minutes with 175 kW DC charger) and 282bhp of power output.
Design: LightMeUp ambient lighting with 16 million colours integrated into interiors and Infinity Roof.
Safety: Vision (XARHUD) – L2+ ADAS with 5 radars and 1 vision camera, driver-initiated auto lane change, lane centring, emergency steering assist, blind-spot detection, and front & rear cross-traffic alert.
Comfort: Night trail carpet lamps.
The Pack Three (79 kWh) BE 6 is the ultimate trim, focusing on higher performance, intelligent safety features, and a more luxurious in-car experience.
Mahindra XEV 9e: Variant-wise differences
The Mahindra XEV 9e follows a similar progression in variants, starting from a well-equipped base model and stepping up to a high-performance, ultra-tech luxury variant.
1. Pack One (59 kWh) – ₹21.9 lakh
The base XEV 9e shares the 59 kWh battery pack with BE 6 and offers 228bhp of power with superfast charging (20-80% in 20 minutes with a 140 kW DC charger).
Key features:
Performance: Multiple drive modes with Boost Mode, multi-step regeneration, and one-touch single pedal drive.
Design: Illuminated logo, LED headlamps with DRLs, LED tail lamps, and 19-inch wheels with aero covers.
Technology: Dual super screens (12.3-inch x 3), Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, pre-installed apps, and Amazon Alexa.
Safety: 6 airbags, electronic brake booster, driver drowsiness detection, and rear parking sensors with HD cameras.
Comfort: Push-button start, ventilated seats, powered front & rear charging ports, CampMe mode, and smart climate control with Pet Mode.
2. Pack Two (59 kWh) – ₹24.9 lakh
Pack Two improves on the base model with additional ADAS and luxury enhancements.
Incremental features over Pack One:
Performance: Adaptive Cruise Control.
Design: Fixed Glass Infinity Roof, LED DRLs with a centre signature lamp, and 19-inch alloy wheels.
Safety: L2 ADAS with 1 radar and 1 vision camera, TPMS with individual tyre pressure display, and auto defogger for the windshield.
Technology: Sonic Studio by Mahindra (16-speaker Harman Kardon Audio system with Dolby Atmos).
Convenience: 6-way powered driver seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear AC vents, and tonneau cover in the boot.
3. Pack Three Select (59 kWh) – ₹27.9 lakh
This trim makes the XEV 9e an intelligent, high-tech SUV with premium features.
Incremental features over Pack Two:
Performance: Intelligent Adaptive Suspension.
Design: Soft leatherette-wrapped interiors, CapTouch switches on the console and steering wheel.
Safety: 7 airbags (including driver knee airbag), EyeDetech (DMS), a 360-degree camera, blind view monitor, and Secure360 live-view recording.
Technology: Qualcomm 8295 chipset (24GB RAM, 128GB storage), video calling, and dual wireless charging (front & rear).
Comfort & Convenience: Ventilated front-row seats, electrically deployed flush door handles, passive keyless entry (PKE), and a power-operated tailgate.
4. Pack Three (79 kWh) – ₹30.5 lakh
The Pack Three variant is the top-end model, offering high performance and advanced safety.
Incremental features over Pack Three Select:
Performance: 79 kWh battery pack with 282bhp of power and superfast charging (20-80% in just 20 minutes with a 175 kW DC charger).
Design: LightMeUp ambient lighting with 16 million colours integrated into interiors and Infinity Roof.
Safety: Vision (XARHUD) – L2+ ADAS with 5 radars & 1 vision camera, driver-initiated auto lane change, lane centring, emergency steering assist, blind-spot detection, and front & rear cross-traffic alert.
Comfort: Night trail carpet lamps.
BE 6 and XEV 9e will usher Mahindra into a new era of EVs Conclusion
If you see yourself as bold and someone who likes to stand out, the aggressively styled BE 6 is the perfect fit for you.
On the other hand, if you need a family-friendly, luxury-tech highway cruiser, then the XEV 9e will suit you better.
Both the Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e follow a progressive feature enhancement strategy, where each variant brings incremental improvements in performance, luxury, safety, and technology. The 79 kWh variant in BE 6 and XEV 9e will return 683km and 656km (MIDC tested), respectively. Whereas, the 59 kWh variants will return 557km and 542km respectively.
Bookings for these SUVs will open on February 14 and deliveries start at different timelines for different variants. Pack Three on both SUVs start reaching customers from mid-March. Pack Three Select’s deliveries start in June, Pack Two’s in July and August for Packs One and One Above.
