Mahindra has finally showcase its lineup of all-electric SUV concepts which will make it to production starting from 2024. Mahindra has also launch the two brands for its EV products, one will be an extension of the XUV family, and the other is for electric-only models call as ‘BE’.
Three of the five EV concepts unveile will be part of the BE lineup while the other two will belong to the XUV brand.
With the design, they will also be differentiate by the Mahindra Twin Peaks logo finish in copper representing the element’s role in electrical systems.
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All five electric SUVs will be underpin by Mahindra’s new purpose-built INGLO modular platform and will use components from the VW MEB platform like battery packs and motors
As the platform will be capable of accommodating batteries of varying sizes, between 60 and 80kWh, with a fast charge capacity of up to 175kW.
The larger battery claims a WLTP-certified range of up to 450km.
This new platform will offer the choice of rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) and the electric powertrains will offer up to 285PS for RWD models and up to 394PS in AWD models.
The XUV400 will come ahead of all the below-listed EVs.
It will make its debut in September and arrive in the market here by January 2023.
The XUV400 comes with a roomier cabin and larger proportions.
List of the five Mahindra EVs unveile :
XUV e8
Expected launch : December 2024
XUV e8 will be the first of the five EVs to launch and it looks like the all-electric version of the XUV700.
XUV e8 is expect to offer a range of around 400km with the choice of both single and dual-motor drivetrain.
The design is update with EV-specific changes while still being recognise as a member of the XUV lineup.
It has large smooth surfaces instead of grilles and air dams.
XUV e8 LED light signature spans the width of the front end with the ends extending down till the bottom edge of the cladding.
XUV e9
Expected launch : April 2025
This will be the coupe version of the electric XUV700 with sportier detailing all-around.
XUV e9 has an athletic profile due to the heavily-slope roofline that extends till the rear profile.
The design is similar to that of the XUV e8 with copper highlights representative of the new electric XUV brand.
Mahindra has given a quick look of the interior of the XUV e9 as well and it has a similar dashboard layout to the XUV700.
Also XUV e9 gets an even larger integrated display unit as there is a newly added third screen on the left-end for the passenger.
The steering wheel design has evolve too into a smooth-edge octagon with only two spokes.
BE 05
Expected launch : October 2025
BE 05 is the smallest of the new dedicated EVs is the BE 5.
The BE model has a more distinctive design language which is sharper with flare proportions around the wheel arches.
The front fascia has more detail to it with various cuts and inlets that channel air with purpose for aerodynamics and cooling.
Design mirrors the front end in terms of the light strips, but with sporty details like the diffuser under the bumper and the two-part spoiler integrated into the roof.
The BE 05 has a driver-centric cabin too with the central console drawing a clear division between the two front seats.
Even the controls are easier to access for the driver and somewhat cut-off from the front passenger.
BE 05 has a panoramic integrate display setup at top the dashboard for the infotainment system, front passenger display and the driver’s instrument cluster.
The square off two-spoke steering wheel looks modern and sporty too with only the BE branding on it.
BE 07
Expected launch : October 2026
The BE 07 has a tall bonnet design and seems to be of a similar length but has a sporty profile due to the slope roofline for the five-seater configuration.
BE 07 gets the same light signature design as the BE 05, but the overall styling is less aggressive with more flat surfaces.
BE 07 continues its somewhat upright styling at the rear as well.
Mahindra has extend the integrate display to span the entire width of the dashboard.
This cabin seems to be design more for spaciousness and comfort with the large glass roof and the grey interior theme.
Other details include the shape of the central console, but with the unique design of a drive mode selector array which is raise up.
BE 09
BE 09 is the biggest SUV unveile by Mahindra as it would seem to be the flagship model for Mahindra’s new BE lineup.
The BE 09 has premium coupe-like styling with lengthy proportions.
There is a mild resemblance to the XUV e9, but the BE 09 gets a more intricate LED lighting setup front and rear.
The LED light signature is the same as the other BE models.
BE 09 could be Mahindra’s global EV with the biggest battery, most performance and the latest technology.
