Upcoming electric SUVs from Mahindra
More information regarding Mahindra Electric Automobiles Limited’s (MEAL) upcoming lineup of electric SUVs (ES) was revealed. MEAL is Mahindra & Mahindra’s electric division.
At its ‘Futurescape’ presentation in Cape Town, South Africa, Mahindra released additional information, including the launch schedules for four of its planned electric SUVs (ES) and their powertrain specifications. A brand-new “infinity” version of its emblem was also presented, exclusive to this line of (ES).
Mahindra has stated that the INGLO platform will serve as the foundation for all next electric SUVs. At the ceremony, the electric motor specifications were also made public.
Between December 2024 and April 2026, the company will introduce four new electric SUVs built on the INGLO platform and architecture.
The XUV.e8, which will debut in December 2024, will be Mahindra’s first brand-new electric SUV.
The following vehicle in line, the Mahindra XUV.e9, will debut in April 2025. This will be the XUV.e8’s sportier variant. It will probably also have XUV e8-like interiors and mechanicals.
Both Mahindra XUV.e models will be fitted with a Valeo-sourced motor that has a maximum torque of 380 Nm and a peak output of 170 kW (231 hp).
XUV.e8 and XUV.e9
The XUV.e8, which will debut in December 2024, will be Mahindra’s first brand-new electric SUV.
The following vehicle in line, the Mahindra XUV.e9, will debut in April 2025. This will be the XUV.e8’s sportier variant. It will probably also have XUV e8-like interiors and mechanicals.
Both Mahindra XUV.e models will be fitted with a Valeo-sourced motor that has a maximum torque of 380 Nm and a peak output of 170 kW (231 hp).
BE 05 and BE 07 from Born Electric
The BE 05, a 4.4 meter long SUV, will be the first BE vehicle to be released. It will be put into operation in October 2025. The BE Rall.e, an off-roading-focused variant, will also be available.
The Mahindra BE 07 will be the following model to go on sale. The launch date is set for April 2026. It will be a 4.6 meter long premium SUV. It was originally supposed to launch in October 2026, however that date has been moved up to April 2026.
Volkswagen (VW) will supply the front and rear mounted motors for the Mahindra BE.05 and BE.07 electric SUVs. The front axle-mounted motor will have a maximum torque of 135 Nm and an 80 kW (109 hp) peak power.
LFP Battery
Mahindra also disclosed that a 79 kWh LFP cell battery will be included in the electric SUVs. The LFP apps that are now on the market could benefit from the utilization of these batteries. According to claims, the battery has fast charging capabilities and can charge from zero to eighty percent in just 39 minutes.
Sounds Designed by AR Rahman
Mahindra has also revealed that the Grammy Award-winning composer AR Rahman will be creating the music and soundscapes for its forthcoming line of all-electric vehicles. They will have a heads-up display that shows augmented reality (AR) images on the windscreen, a trio of 12.3-inch screens that span the width of the dashboard, a Harman Kardon sound system with Dolby Atmos, 3D surround sound, and active noise cancellation, as well as connected car technology with onboard 5G connectivity, OTA updates, and Level 2 autonomous driving.
