Electric Vehicles

Mahindra BE.05 electric SUV is inching closer to production

Written by Nizam Shaikh

Mahindra is gearing up to launch the BE.05 electric SUV in the Indian market. Currently, the brand is road testing the Mahindra BE.05 in various geographical locations across India. Now, the electric SUV has been spied with production part leading us to believe that the company could start producing the BE.05 pretty soon.

Mahindra BE.05 – Exteriors

According to spy shots, a test mule of the Mahindra BE.05 has been spotted boasting LED daytime running lights on the front fascia. The LED DRLs occupy a fairly large space on the fascia giving the SUV a futuristic look. In addition to this, the taillights which are also likely to be a full LED unit reverberates well with the front. The connected LED taillamps are slowly becoming a new fashion in the premium segment vehicles.

The test mule also reveals twin roof spoilers which are likely to functional, improving the aerodynamic efficiency of the SUV in turn improving its battery range. The notchback design of the BE.05 offers a substantial stance to the SUV as the roofline slopes far into the tail of the vehicle. This is also likely to enhance the interior space of the vehicle as well as its cargo carrying capacity.

Mahindra BE.05 – Interiors

On the inside, the BE.05 is likely to come with a twin screen layout for the infotainment and driver instruments. While, details on the interiors are still scarce, the brand is likely to offer premium upholstery, a minimalist dashboard and premium sound system with the BE.05. The SUV is also likely to come with Advanced Driver Assistance features.

Expect a 60 to 80 kWh battery with the Mahindra BE.05 and a capable electric motor with single and dual motor configurations. Mahindra is likely to retail the Born Electric SUvs in the INR 20 to 30 lakh range, report sources.

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