Mahindra BE 6e Launch Price Rs 18.9 lakhs (ex sh Chennai)
It is another shared underpinning, this time for the Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e electric SUVs, which join the previously announced XUV400 compact electric SUV in Mahindra’s plan.
Mahindra today launches the XEV 9e and BE 6e electric SUVs in India. Priced at ₹21.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the Mahindra XEV 9e, the company will also sell the BE 6e priced at ₹18.90 lakh. The new electric SUV will join the automaker’s XUV400 compact electric SUV in the country. In addition to the two electric cars, the homegrown auto major has also introduced the two sub-brands XEV and BE. This electric SUV will enter the market from January 2025. Deliveries of this vehicle are likely to begin around February and March next year.
The Mahindra XEV 9e, from the same INGLO platform, is a part of an EV-exclusive modular architecture to back a few more upcoming Mahindra electric cars, draws upon a triangular LED headlamp design, LED DRLs running across the width of the SUV, along with an inverted L-shaped interconnected LED DRLs and sleek LED taillights. More design features in the form of an illuminated logo and a butch look are also present.
Today, the Mahindra BE 6e comes with a modern design philosophy comprising sharp character lines, stumpy wheel arches, C-shaped LED DRLs, and a sleek bumper. The SUV is supported by a hood scoop for aerodynamic efficiency and an illuminated BE badge on the bonnet. The SUV also features aerodynamically optimized 20-inch wheels.
The Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e are served with driver-centric cabins. The company claims inspiration from fighter jets during design for the cabin of these SUVs. Here, the cabin of the XEV 9e is differentiated by the tri-screen layout consisting of three 12.3-inch screens via Mahindra’s Adrenox software. The BE 6e has two screens which measure the same. The XEV 9e will go with a wireless smartphone charger, an ADAS suite, and a panoramic sunroof. The Mahindra BE 6e will have an illuminated logo and a large sunroof. Additionally, the SUV boasts of an ADAS suite as well as a 360-degree camera. The cabin of these SUVs will also boast of an essential feature, which is the 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
The Mahindra INGLO platform supports two different battery pack options, namely a 59 kWh and a 79 kWh unit. In the initial rounds, most of the products on offer will be only the more accessible variants with the smaller battery packs. The Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e will feature lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery packs, which are less susceptible to thermal phenomena. Equipped with rapid charging capabilities, the electric SUVs can charge from 20-80% in as little as 20 minutes and will require a 175 kW DC fast charger for it. Their electric powertrain offers a maximum of 224 bhp and 278 bhp, and the powertrain will have a 79 kWh battery pack that could travel over 500 km on a single charge.
#What is the major difference between Mahindra XEV 9e and the BE 6e?
Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e are varied mostly by design, interior and target market:
-Design: The XEV 9e has a muscular SUV profile with a co-body roofline that is underlined by connected LED light bars. BE 6e gives a sharper, more aggressive look with C-shaped DRLs.
-Interior Design: The XEV 9e variant features a triple-screen set layout for infotainment, while the BE 6e possesses a dual-screen driver-centric set layout.
-Target Customer: The BE 6e looks and feels sporty, so it is pretty much suitable for the younger crowd. The XEV 9e is designed to attract the family market with its comfort and luxury flavor.
Both the models have the same INGLO platform by which they are run, and hence these have nearly the same performance specs and also the same options from the battery
#Expected Performance Capability of the XEV 9e and BE 6e?
Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e shall boast impressive performance talents:
-Power Output: Both of those models will come with rearwheel setups, power out-puts ranging from 231 PS to 285.5 PS or roughly 228-282 hp, depending on what battery pack gets chosen.
-Battery Sizes: Both will be mated with either a 59 kWh or 79 kWh battery and claim to be able to drive between 450 and 500 km on a single charge.
-Charging Speed: The two models can charge from 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes with 175 kW DC Fast Charging.
XEV 9e and BE 6e aim to enter the electric SUV market with credible capability.
#What are top speeds for XEV 9e and BE 6e?
Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e would come equipped with a top speed of up to 130 km/h. Both of them happen to be rear-wheel drive variants and have a one-speed transmission but offer a good range of power output from 228 bhp to 282 bhp. Both are on target for optimal performance so that 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time stands below seven seconds because both are for underlining sportiness capability but practical for use in everyday life.
#How does the XEV 9e top speed rank with other SUVs in this class?
-Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6e have a top speed of 130 kmph. Here is how it will compare with its rivals in the electric SUV category:
-Tata Nexon EV : Top speed around approximately 120 kmph
-MG ZS EV : Top speed around about 140 kmph.
-Hyundai Kona Electric: Its top speed is almost at approximately 167 km/h.
Where the XEV 9e and BE 6e equal or surpass some competitors, they trail behind Hyundai Kona Electric. Therefore, they may be quite suitable for city and suburb runs without sacrifice to performance.
#How does the high top speed of the XEV 9e impact its fuel economy?
A higher speed of 130 km/h could change the fuel efficiency of Mahindra XEV 9e, with fuel efficiency expected to be higher with a more raised speed. Electric cars like XEV 9e predominantly run at an optimum speed of moderate speeds-ranging between 50-80 km/h. With higher speeds, aerodynamic drag may rise and energy loss is expected overall with lesser mileage range. However, Mahindra has optimized the designs in such a way that effects of these top speed capacities are reduced, and the claimed range is 450 to 500 km notwithstanding.
#What aerodynamic features aid XEV 9e to its top speed?
The Mahindra XEV 9e has the following aerodynamic elements in designing the vehicle to have increased top speed efficiency:
-Coupe-like Roofline: It provides for free flow of the airflow over the vehicle and helps diminish drag hence further enhancing the stability at the higher speeds.
-Inverted L-shaped LED DRLs: These add aesthetic value with directing the airflow about the vehicle when placed intelligently.
-Aerodynamically Optimized Wheels: The alloy wheels help in curtailing turbulence hence further aiding the efficiency of the vehicle.
-Flush Door Handles: These eliminate the wind resistance feature, and hence it reduces the drag of the profile.
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-Streamlined Front Shape with Locked Grille: Drag is reduced from air intake for maximum aerodynamic efficiency at higher speeds.
Together these attributes ensure that XEV 9e maintains the speed for a long period of time.
#Do connected LED taillights reduce the wind resistance of XEV 9e?
Well, all taillights on the Mahindra XEV 9e are made as LEDs and they do contribute to drag reduction; that aerodynamic profile with its completely integrated form helps to reduce sudden changes in aerodynamic flow at the back of the car. It really contributes to a pretty good shape for streamlining its overall aerodynamics, which support high stability at high speeds and reduce drag, supporting better energy efficiency and thus range for the SUV.
#How is the style of the connected LED taillights different from other traditional taillights in performance?
-The following are the performance advantages of the connected LED taillights in the Mahindra XEV 9e compared to the conventional incandescent taillights:
-Brightness and Visibility: LED taillights are brighter, hence making cars more visible to vehicles that are behind them, thereby enhancing safety, more especially under low light conditions.They also switch on instantly, hence decreasing the response time of the vehicle that is following to brake.
-Energy Efficiency- LEDs consume much less power than traditional incandescent bulbs. That thus helps reduce the stress on a vehicle’s electrical system. That would prove particularly useful in electric vehicles such as the XEV 9e, potentially improving energy usage in the holistic sense.
-Long Life Span and Reliability: LEDs can last as long as 25,000 to 50,000 hours while the traditional bulbs last just between 1,000 to 2,000 hours. They are also more shock and vibration resistance, which makes them suitable for automotive .
-Lower Heat Release: LEDs produce much lesser heat that makes them avoid any related damage to the sensitive components on their side and increase overall vehicle efficiency.
Overall, these characteristics make connected LED taillights better than most traditional options in terms of performance.
#How does energy efficiency associated with LED taillights affect battery life in the vehicle?
Energy efficiency associated with LED taillights significantly affects battery life in vehicles. LEDs consume much less power than traditional incandescent bulbs, thus straining the electrical system of the vehicle much less. This implies that the battery holds charge for a more extended period; hence, it has a longer lifespan, and the recharge cycles within electric vehicles like the Mahindra XEV 9e12 are reduced. Reduced energy consumption will directly be evident in the general efficiency of the vehicle and, thus, provide excellent performance without batter decay.