Here’s A Sneak Peek At The Mahindra BE 05, Its First Born Electric SUV

The BE 05 will take on the might of the MG ZS EV and the upcoming Tata Curvv EV and Hyundai Creta EV

Along the lines of the Global Pik Up and Thar.e concepts, the production-ready avatar of the Mahindra BE 05 has also been revealed. It was initially unveiled as a concept in August 2022 and will go on sale by October 2025. 

The unveiled image displays the BE 05 from a bird's-eye perspective. The vehicle's hood maintains its upright posture with distinct creases, reminiscent of the original concept. Notably, there appears to be a continuous gloss black strip on the hood, potentially housing large LED daytime running lights.

Distinguishing itself, the BE 05 will be the inaugural Mahindra model featuring a fixed glass roof, which extends over a substantial portion of the cabin. Similar to the XUV700, the vehicle's doors will be outfitted with flush door handles. The rear of the vehicle showcases a muscular aesthetic, featuring a spoiler and elongated C-shaped LED taillights.

Partial glimpses of the interior reveal a modern and upscale layout, featuring integrated dual display screens. We’re expecting the cabin of the production version to closely resemble the concept model with a few changes incorporated for ergonomic purposes.

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Mahindra's BE 05 is underpinned by the EV-specific INGLO platform. The vehicle is expected to house a 60 kWh battery pack, offering an expected range of up to 450 kilometers. Mahindra claims the capability for 175 kW fast charging, enabling the BE 05 to charge from 5 to 80 percent in just half an hour.

The versatile INGLO platform can accommodate various drivetrain configurations, including front, rear, and all-wheel drive setups. According to Mahindra, rear-wheel-drive variants might deliver up to 285PS in terms of performance, whereas all-wheel-drive versions could potentially reach 394PS.

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With an expected price point of around Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom), the BE 05 is poised to compete with the MG ZS EV. However, a fierce competition is anticipated from a few upcoming models like the Hyundai Creta EV and Tata Curvv EV.