Be.05 :Everything you want to know about ADV News, Photos & Exclusive stories.

<p>A video showing the Mahindra BE.05's interior has recently surfaced online, revealing a twin-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated 'BE' logo in the middle.&nbsp;The steering wheel, which seems to be either hexagonal or octagonal,&nbsp;also has lighted buttons on both sides for operating the infotainment and instrument panel.&nbsp;The display arrangement for the former and later may be connected,&nbsp;with a new UI with an EV-centric design and structure. Aside from the&nbsp;BE.05,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/mahindra/">Mahindra</a> plans to launch several electric vehicles in India,&nbsp;including the XUV.e8 and XUV.e9, based on the XUV700. While there is no precise information regarding the launch date,&nbsp;the production-spec&nbsp;BE.05 is expected to make its debut in the second half of 2025. Read on for more details on the electric SUV.</p>

<p><img alt="Mahindra BE 05 Interior " src="/uploads/2024/08/Mahindra-BE-05-Interior-Spy-1-.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Exterior&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The BE.05 has been seen in two different design configurations so far, suggesting different models specced according to their respective price points.&nbsp;According to the latest spy photos,&nbsp;the SUV in its top-tier trim features big C-shaped LED DRL lights, which seem to fill the majority of the vertical space at the front.&nbsp;With an aerodynamic profile, the car looks contemporary and bold. It features an identical C-shaped LED&nbsp;signature surrounding the taillights, which adds to its aggressive appearance.&nbsp;Furthermore, the twin roof spoiler seems to be borrowed from the concept.</p>

<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Features and Dimensions</h2>

<p>The e-SUV is likely to be equipped with&nbsp;big twin integrated screens&nbsp;(one for the entertainment system and the other for the driver's display),&nbsp;fabric door handles, a large insert on the centre console,&nbsp;and electrically adjustable front seats.&nbsp;It could have the same dimensions as the concept, which are 4,370mm in length, 1,900mm in width, and 1,635mm in height.</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Powertrain</h2>

<p>The upcoming SUV is expected to&nbsp;have a 60kWh battery pack and a range of roughly 450 kilometres on a single charge. It will be based on the automaker's&nbsp;EV-specific INGLO platform.&nbsp;The BE.05 is likely to have&nbsp;two-wheel drive as standard and&nbsp;all-wheel drive for higher-spec variants.&nbsp;</p>

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Mahindra BE.05 Interior Leaked Ahead of India Launch, Reveals New Details

A video has surfaced online revealing the interior of the upcoming  Mahindra BE.05. The video reveals a twin-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated 'BE' logo in the middle. Check for more details.

<p>Mahindra has ambitious plans for an electrified future in India, with vehicles such as the XUV.e8, XUV.e9, and BE.05, all of which currently undergoing testing. Following the XUV.e9, the BE.05 is now spotted on our roads, providing a first glimpse at the interior, which appears to be identical to the concept. The space between the driver and passenger seats is highlighted with a bronze finish, giving the sense of a cockpit. The concept's dial remains in the central console. It may regulate driving or terrain modes. Other notable design features include a twin-spoke hexagonal steering wheel, a big gear indicator, and a frameless IRVM. Let's look at other details.</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Other Highlights</h2>

<p>The upcoming electric vehicle may include an aggressively angled bonnet, sharp LED daytime running lights (DRLs), alloy wheels with five spokes, and rear-view mirrors (ORVMs) as possible exterior design features. Inside, you can expect the vehicle to get amenities like electrically adjustable front seats, a standalone touchscreen infotainment system, fabric door handles, and a fully digital meter panel.</p>

<p>Mahindra has not disclosed any information about the powertrain. Market reports, however, suggest that the electrified SUV will have a 60kWh battery pack and a range of roughly 450 kilometres on a single charge. The battery is expected to charge from 5% to 80% in only 30 minutes. The BE.05 will presumably have two-wheel drive as standard, with all-wheel drive available only for higher-spec variants.</p>

<p>According to market reports, the electric Mahindra BE.05 SUV will go on sale in India around October 2025, with an expected price tag of Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom).</p>

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<h2>Mahindra Sales April 2024</h2>

<p>Mahindra delivered a total of 7,0471 units (including exports) in April 2024, a 13% increase from the previous year. It supplied 41,008 cars locally, representing an 18% increase over the 34,694 units sold during the same period last year. In terms of exports, the company witnessed a small 2% YoY increase, with 1,857 units shipped. For reference, it exported 1,813 units in April 2023. The company attributed the success to multiple models, including the Bolero and the Bolero Neo, the XUV700, the XUV300, the XUV400, the Thar, the Scorpio-N, and the Scorpio Classic.</p>

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Mahindra BE.05 Electric SUV Interior Spotted Ahead of India Launch; Shows Twin-spoke Hexagonal Steering Wheel

The Mahindra BE.05 has been sighted testing in India ahead of its official launch. The electric SUV is expected to cost around 25 lakh (ex-showroom).

<p>Mahindra will strengthen its position in the Indian electric market with five new upcoming BEVs. These models are BE.05, BE.09, XUV.e9, and XUV.e8, which have been frequently seen testing on our roads. Most recently, fresh spy images of the XUV.e9 coupe SUV have appeared online, providing us with an interior look. A full-length touchscreen that spans the dashboard is visible on the test mule. It may have three distinct displays, one for the instrument console, one for the touchscreen system, and one for the passenger screen, even though it is one unit. The upcoming Coupe SUV is also anticipated to come with a gear change lever located in the center console, two dials that control the drive and AWD modes, and a two-spoke flat-bottomed steering wheel, according to previous spy photos. In terms of exterior, the Mahindra vehicle is likely to feature a closed-off grille, integrated high-mounted stop lamp, expanded roof spoiler, shark-fin antenna, and sleek LED taillights.</p>

<p><img alt="Mahindra XUV E9 Spy Image 1" height="720" src="/uploads/2024/03/Mahindra-XUV-e9-Spy-Image-1.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>The most recent spy photos highlight an open bonnet without a frunk, which is different from several other electric vehicles. <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/mahindra/">Mahindra</a> is anticipated to provide cargo&nbsp;space beneath the hood as the model gets closer to production, though this has not been confirmed.&nbsp;Although the technical specifications are currently unknown, the EV is speculated to have an electric motor and an 80kWh battery, as well as, a range of about 450 kilometres.</p>

<h2>Mahindra&nbsp;XUV 7XO, 5XO, and More Names Trademarked</h2>

<p>Mahindra has applied for several trademarks in India for names including <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mahindra-trademarks-xuv-7xo-5xo-3xo-1xo-names-in-india-could-be-for-upcoming-electric-models-116464/">XUV 7XO, XUV 5XO, XUV 3XO, and XUV 1XO</a>. The domestic carmaker hasn't revealed anything, but these are the likely names for its brand-new compact SUV EV and the electric variants of the XUV700, the XUV500, and the XUV300.&nbsp;The company is expected to introduce the first of these upcoming electric vehicles in December 2024. Right now, Mahindra offers only one electric vehicle in India, the XUV400.</p>

<p>The upcoming Mahindra EV line will be built on the INGLO platform. It is anticipated that the battery packs utilized in the larger SUVs will have a 60–80kWh capacity. While the XUV 3XO and 1XO are likely to have only one electric motor, the XUV 7XO, and the 5XO may get both&nbsp;single- or dual-motor AWD options.</p>

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Mahindra XUV.e9 Spotted Testing Ahead of Launch, Reveals Dashboard-Length Touchscreen

Fresh spy photos of the new Mahindra XUV.e9 have surfaced online, providing a look at its interior. The test mule demonstrates a full-length touchscreen that spans the dashboard.

<p>Mahindra plans to make a big move in the next few years towards EVs, or electric vehicles. Images from the Mahindra BE.05 SUV coupe's patent have just gone viral, giving fans a first look at the car's expected final appearance. The BE.05 is set to be released after the XUV.e8 and XUV.e9 SUVs, positioning it as Mahindra's third electric vehicle SUV.</p>

<p>All three of Mahindra's electric SUV models—the XUV.e8, XUV.e9, and BE.05—are currently taking part in road tests across the nation. The disclosed patent photos prove an elegant and modern SUV coupe with a well-defined front end and a steeply sloping windscreen. Distinct cuts and wrinkles dot the vehicle's exterior, giving it an angular appearance. In keeping with its contemporary aesthetic, the BE.05 will also have an LED light strip on the back and a panoramic glass roof. The BE.05 SUV is an exciting new addition to Mahindra's expanding lineup of electric vehicles, which the company is preparing for an all-electric future.</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Design Details</h2>

<p>An aggressively angled bonnet pointed LED daytime running lights (DRLs), and a small, modern bumper make up the Mahindra BE.05's modern and attractive design. An attractive B-pillar, five-spoke alloy wheels, and outside rear-view mirrors (ORVMs) adorn the flanks of the production-ready vehicle.</p>

<p><img alt="Mahindra BE 05 Rear" height="720" src="/uploads/2024/01/Mahindra-BE-05-Rear.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>According to industry rumours, the upcoming BE.05 will have a number of features—including electrically adjustable front seats, a fully digital instrument panel, a standalone touchscreen infotainment system, a large insert on the centre console, fabric door handles, and more—but no interior details have been released just yet.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Powertrain</h2>

<p>The forthcoming BE 05 will be built on the INGLO platform, which is designed specifically for electric vehicles. Although Mahindra has not officially announced the details or power output of the battery pack, many predict that the next electric SUV will have a 60 kWh battery. With such a large battery, the car should be able to go 450km on a single charge. In addition, the technology behind the batteries allows for rapid charging from 5% to 80% in just 30 minutes, with high charging speeds of up to 175kW. Although the BE 05 is likely to feature two-wheel drive as standard, a more expensive trim level may be available with all-wheel drive as an option.</p>

<p>The electric Mahindra BE.05 SUV is reportedly slated to be released in October 2025 with a starting price of approximately Rs 25 lakh.</p>


Mahindra BE.05 Electric SUV Design Patented, India Launch Soon?

Patent images of Mahindra BE.05 showcase a sporty electric vehicle with an aggressive front end, C-shaped LED DRLs, a sharply raked rear windscreen, blacked-out A and B-pillars, and squared-off wheel arches.

<p>The production-ready version of the Mahindra BE.05 electric SUV has been making the rounds online, providing information about the modifications made since the concept was unveiled in 2022. Mahindra appears to have kept the conceptual design language of the BE.05 based on current pictures. The pointed bonnet, thin LED DRLs, and the front's sharp creases and cuts remain. For the uninitiated, the Mahindra BE.05 is scheduled to make its entry in India around October 2025. According to several market reports, the e-SUV may attract an expected starting price of Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom). Further, Mahindra believes that the electric SUV will greatly influence India's expanding electric car market due to its sleek look and remarkable range. While there is still time for the model to roll on our streets, let's take a look at its production-ready form in order to see what can be expected from this new offering by Mahindra.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: What do the New Production-ready Images Reveal?</h2>

<p>The Mahindra BE.05 has a contemporary appearance from the outside, flaunting a pointed bonnet, sharp LED DRLs, and a compact bumper. Sideways, the production-ready model gets ORVMs, a prominent B-pillar, and five-spoke alloy wheels. Further, the model's rear comprises an enormous bumper, a split rear spoiler, and stylish LED taillamps, similar to the concept. There are no interior photos, but based on industry rumours, the new BE.05 will probably sport electrically adjustable front seats, a fully digital instrument panel, a freestanding touchscreen infotainment system, a sizable insert on the centre console, fabric door handles, and more.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Powertrain</h2>

<p>The upcoming BE 05 will supported by the EV-specific INGLO platform. There is no update on the battery pack's specifications and power output by the automaker, but according to a number of industry estimations, the forthcoming e-SUV will most likely come fitted with a 60kWh battery, which may enable it to drive up to 450 kilometre on a single charge. In addition, the battery technology will work with high charging rates of up to 175kW, allowing 5% to 80% charging in just 30 minutes. The forthcoming electric vehicle will probably have a two-wheel drive system, however, higher-spec models may provide an all-wheel drive option.</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Market Availability</h2>

<p>The electric SUV will be available in our market sometime in October 2025, with an expected ex-showroom starting price of Rs 25 lakh.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/here-is-a-closer-look-at-the-productionready-mahindra-be05-under-wraps-31312.htm">Source</a></p>


Mahindra BE.05 Electric SUV in Production-ready Guise Teased Ahead of India Launch

The images of the Mahindra BE.05 in a production-ready form provide a sneak peek into the vehicle's design. The BE.05 electric SUV, based on the INGLO platform, is anticipated to have a 60kWh battery pack with a range of about 450 kilometre on a single charge.

<p>The images of the Mahindra BE.05 electric SUV undergoing testing on our roads popped online a few days ago. Rajesh Jejurikar, CEO of Mahindra, took notice of this and tweeted to affirm that the firm's Automotive Leadership team was indeed driving the vehicle in Chennai. He nodded to the speculations via his tweet with an interior picture of the production-spec EV. According to the official teaser, the interior of the production model will mostly be similar to the concept. It will likely have a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, an insert on the centre console running from the dashboard to the armrest, fabric door handles, and more. For starters, the Mahindra BE.05 belongs to the company's 'Born Electric' line of electric goods. Right now, there is no official confirmation, but several market reports indicate that Mahindra could launch the first product from its BE lineup in October 2025. Let's take a closer look at the interior of the SUV and more details.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Exterior&nbsp;</h2>

<p>According to the exterior spy shots that surfaced earlier, the electric SUV will have a little less striking external design than the concept. There will be fewer flared wheel arches, standard wing mirrors in place of cameras, and an air duct in place of the concept car's aggressively sculpted bonnet. However, the production-spec version of the EV will continue to flaunt the aggressive front fascia with C-shaped LED daytime running lamps as the concept.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Interior</h2>
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<p>As mentioned,&nbsp;the interior of the Mahindra BE.05 will be fairly reminiscent of the concept, as noticed in the officially teased pictures. Inside, the model will likely come fitted with a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, a freestanding fully digital instrument cluster, and an insert on the centre console that runs from the dashboard to the armrest. Also, there could be electrically adjustable front seats.</p>

<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Powertrain</h2>

<p>Mahindra has not provided any specifics regarding the powertrain. However, according to industry reports, the upcoming SUV could get single or two motors. Speaking of acceleration, it is predicted that the EV will go from 0 to 100 km/h in 5 to 6 seconds. According to industry rumours, the manufacturer will provide a selection of batteries with capacities ranging from 60 to 80kWh. The batteries will most likely charge up to 80% in 30 minutes using a 175 kW fast charger.</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Market Availability &amp; Rivals</h2>

<p>Mahindra has not shared a word on the launch of the&nbsp;Mahindra BE.05 SUV. However, market reports indicate that the carmaker could introduce the EV in our market by October 2025. After the launch, the SUV will compete with the upcoming Tata Curvv EV in India.&nbsp;</p>

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Mahindra BE.05 Electric SUV Interior Officially Teased Ahead of India Launch

The interior of the Mahindra BE.05 Electric SUV has been teased officially ahead of the launch in the country. It will likely feature a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, electrically adjustable front seats, and more.

<p>A production-spec version of the Mahindra BE.05 has been spied while undergoing testing close to Mahindra Research Valley on the outskirts of Chennai. The images of the same have been doing rounds on the internet ahead of its official debut. Currently, the company sells the XUV400 EV in our market. According to industry reports, it will consolidate its position in the EV segment by launching a new BE (Born Electric) range. Considering the spy shots, the Mahindra BE.05 could be the first model to be launched under the new BE sub-brand. For starters, it was displayed in the UK in August 2022 and then in our market in February 2023.&nbsp;According to the spy shots, the model seems to follow the concept form. However, the flared wheel arches seem to have been toned down, and the front sports the new LED light signature. Additionally, classic ORVMs have taken the place of rearview cameras. Here's what the spy shots reveal about the upcoming electric model by Mahindra.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: What Do the Spy Shots Reveal?</h2>

<p><img alt="Mahindra BE 05 SPY" height="720" src="/uploads/2023/06/Mahindra-BE-05-SPY.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>According to the spy images, the spotted&nbsp;electric SUV is similar to the&nbsp;concept showcased earlier. It has the same C-shaped LED daytime running lamp seen in the concept.&nbsp;However, there are some minor tweaks, including straightforward styling sporting&nbsp;fewer cuts and creases on the external panels and toned-down huge wheel arches. In terms of appearance, the production-spec version mirrors the&nbsp;SUV-coupe styling of the concept. Mahindra has not officially released the specs of the production version yet. However, market reports hint that the SUV could be dimensionally the same as the concept, i.e. 4,370mm in length, 1,900mm in width, and 1,635mm in height. It might also feature a similar wheelbase&nbsp;of&nbsp;2,775mm.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Powertrain</h2>

<p>Mahindra has not disclosed any specific detail regarding the powertrain options. However, we do know that it will be developed on the&nbsp;INGLO platform. It could get&nbsp;single-motor and dual-motor configurations. Speaking of acceleration, the EV is expected to do a 0 to 100 km/h run in 5-6 seconds.&nbsp;Industry reports state that the automaker will have a variety of batteries with capacities between 60 and 80kWh. A 175 kW fast charger will likely charge the batteries up to 80% in 30 minutes.</p>

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<h2>Mahindra BE.05: Launch Timeline &amp; Market Competitors</h2>

<p>As mentioned, Mahindra has not officially revealed anything regarding the electric SUV, but industry rumours hint that it could be introduced around&nbsp;October 2025. In India, the new BE.05 SUV will face fierce competition from the upcoming&nbsp;Tata Curvv EV after the launch.&nbsp;</p>

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Mahindra BE.05 Electric SUV Production Model Spotted Testing for First Time in India

The Mahindra BE.05  electric SUV has been caught testing on Indian roads ahead of the official debut. According to the spy images, the upcoming SUV is identical to the concept except for a few changes.

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