Mahindra BE 6, XEV 9e record 30,179 bookings on day 1

    Top-end Pack Three variant accounted for 73 percent of the total bookings across both models.

    Published On Feb 14, 2025 09:11:00 PM

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    Mahindra XEV 9e BE 6 get highest EV bookings

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    Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e electric SUVs collectively amassed 30,179 bookings, which opened on Friday. The split between the XEV 9e and BE 6 is 56 percent and 44 percent, respectively. Notably, the Pack Three top model with a 79kWh battery pack was the most booked across the two electric vehicles.

    • Deliveries range between six months from March to August 2025
    • Prices for BE 6 start from Rs 18.90 lakh, Rs 21.90 lakh for the XEV 9e
    • The above mentioned ex-showroom prices don't include the charger cost

    Considering that about 1 lakh EVs were sold in 2024, Mahindra’s record day 1 bookings are impressive. Bookings for the BE 6 and XEV 9e are open across select Mahindra dealerships nationwide and on the official website. It should be noted that production capacity is capped at 5,000 units a month, and the same will be delivered in the six months from March to August. 

    Mahindra BE 6: Delivery timeline, battery packs, range 

    Mahindra BE 6 price list (ex-showroom)
    VariantPriceDelivery
    Pack One (59kWh)Rs 18.90 lakhAugust 2025
    Pack One Above (59kWh)Rs 20.50 lakhAugust 2025
    Pack Two (59kWh)Rs 21.90 lakhJuly 2025
    Pack Three Select (59kWh)Rs 24.50 lakhJune 2025
    Pack Three (79kWh)Rs 26.90 lakhMid-March 2025

    The BE 6 comes in two states of tune – the 59kWh variants make 231hp, while the 79kWh variants produce 286hp; torque is rated at 380Nm for both battery packs, and they come in rear-wheel-drive (RWD) guise only. The larger BYD-sourced battery pack has an ARAI-claimed range of 682km, while the smaller battery pack promises a range of 556km. 

    Also, see: Mahindra BE 6 price, variants, colours explained

    From BE 6 Pack One to BE 6 Pack Three Select, Mahindra is offering the 59kWh battery pack. Only the BE6 Pack Three top model gets the 79kWh battery pack, which is also the largest. For more details, read our BE 6 review.

    Mahindra XEV 9e: Delivery timeline, battery packs, range

    Mahindra XEV 9e price list (ex-showroom)
    VariantPriceDeliveries
    Pack One (59kWh)Rs 21.90 lakhAugust 2025
    Pack Two (59kWh)Rs 24.90 lakhJuly 2025
    Pack Three Select (59kWh)Rs 27.90 lakhJune 2025
    Pack Three (79kWh)Rs 30.50 lakhMid-March 2025

    The XEV 9e Pack One, Pack Two and Pack Three Select variants all use a similar 59kWh battery, which powers a 231hp and 380Nm rear axle-mounted motor with an MIDC range of 542km on a single charge. The claimed charging time is 8.7 hours on a 7.2kW AC charger, 6 hours on an 11.2kW AC charger and 20 minutes on a 140kW DC fast charger.  

    Also, see: Mahindra XEV 9e price, variants and features explained

    The Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Three top model comes with a larger 79kWh battery that powers a 286hp and 380Nm rear motor and is said to go 656km on one charge. Mahindra claims charging times of 11.7 hours (7.2kW AC charger), 8 hours (11.2kW AC charger) and 20 minutes (175kW DC fast charger). You can check out our XEV 9e review for a detailed report on the e-SUV.

    Also, see:

    Mahindra BE 6 price, variants, colours explained

     

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