Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra BE 6 Spec Comparison: What's Different?

Hyundai’s best-selling mid-size SUV, the Creta, has gone electric and is now available starting at Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It competes with the Mahindra BE 6, one of the most advanced options in India’s electric vehicle market, which starts at Rs 18.90 lakh (ex-showroom). So, can the new Creta Electric surpass the Mahindra BE 6 on paper? Let’s find out in this detailed comparison.

Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra BE 6: Powertrain

The Creta EV offers two battery options: a 42kWh version with a range of 390 kilometres and a 51.4kWh version providing 473 kilometres of range. The smaller battery produces 133bhp, while the larger one delivers 169bhp. In contrast, the Mahindra BE 6 offers two significantly larger battery packs: a 59kWh and a 79kWh. The smaller battery mated to a single motor generates 227bhp, whereas the larger battery produces 282bhp while maintaining the same 380Nm of torque. The BE 6’s top variant has a notable range of 682 kilometres (MIDC P1+P2). While the Creta EV is front-wheel drive (FWD), the BE 6 is rear-wheel drive (RWD).

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When you compare the two, the Mahindra BE 6 stands out not only for its larger battery options but also for a more powerful rear-mounted electric motor. If we look at the smaller battery packs, the BE 6’s 59kWh option provides a substantial 94.6bhp and 180Nm more than the Creta’s 42kWh motor. The gap widens even further with the larger 79kWh battery pack of the BE 6, which offers 113bhp and 180Nm more than the motor in the Creta’s 51.4kWh variant. So, in terms of power and range, the Mahindra BE 6 certainly takes the lead.

Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra BE 6: Features

If you’re looking for an EV loaded with premium features, choosing between the Creta and the Mahindra BE 6 can be a tough call, as both are packed with high-end tech. That said, there are a few key differences. For instance, the Hyundai Creta Electric offers features like 8-way electrically adjustable front seats, Active Air Flaps, fully-leatherette upholstery, in-car payment, and a panoramic sunroof—none of which are available in the Mahindra BE 6.

However, the BE 6 takes the upper hand with dual 12.3-inch screens, larger alloy wheels, an AR-based head-up display, a 16-speaker sound system, and seven airbags.

Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra BE 6: Dimensions

The Hyundai Creta stands 28mm taller than the Mahindra BE 6, but it is 180mm narrower and 31mm shorter overall. Additionally, the Creta has a 165mm shorter wheelbase compared to the BE 6. When it comes to storage, the Creta also falls short with less space in both the frunk and boot. In almost every dimension, the Mahindra BE 6 is the larger vehicle compared to the Hyundai Creta Electric.

Hyundai Creta Electric vs Mahindra BE 6: Prices

The Hyundai Creta Electric is priced between Rs 17.99 lakh and Rs 23.50 lakh, while the Mahindra BE 6 starts at Rs 18.90 lakh for the Pack One with the 59kWh battery and goes up to Rs 26.90 lakh for the Pack Three with the 79kWh battery. The price for the Pack Two variant has not been disclosed yet. All prices are ex-showroom.

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The Creta Electric’s entry-level Executive variant is priced Rs 91,000 lower than the BE 6’s Pack One. Meanwhile, the fully-loaded Excellence LR variant of the Creta Electric is Rs 3.40 lakh less expensive than the BE 6 Pack Three. However, it's crucial to keep in mind that the BE 6 offers a significantly larger 79kWh battery compared to the Creta Electric’s 51.4kWh option.