As they strive for a cleaner, more electrified future, it is interesting to see how the Mahindra BE 6 and Tata Harrier EV stack up against each other.
By Reetika Bhatt
Indian automakers are increasingly concentrating on electric vehicles, and Tata Motors and Mahindra are both stepping up with formidable competitors. Two eagerly awaited models in the high-end electric SUV market are the Mahindra BE 6 and the Tata Harrier EV. Despite targeting comparable consumers, each offers a unique approach to technology, performance, and design. It is intriguing to observe how both brands' products stack up as they work towards a cleaner, more electrified future. This piece provides a better idea of what each might offer once they are on the road by examining the main distinctions between the two on paper.
The starting price (ex-showroom) of the Harrier EV is Rs 21.49 lakh.
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Meanwhile, the three BE 6 variants – Pack 1, Pack 2, and Pack 3 – range in price from Rs 18.90 lakh to Rs 26.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
By adding design elements unique to electric vehicles, the Harrier EV changes the tough appearance of the diesel model. In order to increase efficiency, it uses aerodynamic wheels, redesigns the bumpers, and replaces the open grille with a sealed front. The vehicle, which was created on Tata's most recent Gen 2 EV platform, strikes a balance between a contemporary electric vehicle aesthetic and its recognisable, sturdy shape.
The Mahindra BE 6 boasts an aggressive and cutting-edge design. Its aggressive posture is accentuated by sculpted lines, and a dynamic, eye-catching appearance is created by the angular bonnet and C-shaped LED DRLs. The sleek, aerodynamic profile and sporty appeal are enhanced by the sharp front bumper. An illuminated BE emblem on the bonnet, full-width wraparound LED taillights, flush door handles, a coupe-like roofline, streamlined cuts and creases, and newly designed alloy wheels are some of the key features.
Together with an all-wheel-drive system that includes two electric motors, the Tata Harrier EV is available with two high-capacity lithium-ion battery options: 65kWh and 75kWh. The SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in a quick 6.3 seconds thanks to the combined output of the front and rear units, which each produce 156bhp and 235bhp. In just 15 minutes, the car can regain about 250 km of range thanks to fast-charging support.
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A 59kWh or 79kWh battery pack is included with the Mahindra BE 6, which, on the other hand, uses a single motor and rear-wheel drive setup. Both models produce 380Nm of torque, with the smaller model producing 228bhp and the larger unit producing 282bhp. With driving ranges of 557 km and 638 km, respectively, it takes 6.7 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h.
Despite having a dashboard that is very similar to that of its internal combustion counterpart, the Tata Harrier EV stands out thanks to its sophisticated grey-and-white interior design. It has a top-of-the-line Samsung Neo QLED infotainment screen and a redesigned four-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo. Among the notable features are a panoramic sunroof, ventilated powered front seats, a 10-speaker JBL sound system with Dolby Atmos 5.1, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control, and bi-directional charging via V2L and V2C. The "Summon Mode," which enables remote forward and backward motion of the vehicle with the key fob, is a major feature. To improve off-road visibility, the 360-degree camera has a Transparent Mode. The EV's six driving modes – Normal, Mud Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl, Snow/Grass, and Custom – combine with Tata's Off-Road Assist, which functions similarly to cruise control in off-road situations, to accommodate a variety of terrains.