Mahindra will open bookings for its newly launched electric SUVs, the XEV 9e and BE 6, on February 14, 2025. The BE 6 starts at Rs 18.90 lakh, while the XEV 9e has a base price of Rs 21.90 lakh. Deliveries will begin in mid-March 2025.
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The Sonet is offered in three engine options - an 83 hp 1.2-litre NA Petrol engine, a 120 hp 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine and a 115 hp 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual with the 1.2-litre NA Petrol, iMT or DCT with the 1.0-litre Petrol, a 6-speed manual or a torque converter AT with the 1.5 turbo diesel.
Few feature highlights include dual 10.25-inch screens - one each for the infotainment system and instrument console, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 3D audio with 12 speakers, 360-degree camera, electronic parking brake, Dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, six airbags, ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, emergency braking and much more.
The 49kWh battery will come paired with a single motor placed on the front axle, which puts out 144hp. The bigger 61kWh battery also gets a single motor, but here it puts out 174hp. Both motors produce identical 189 Nm of torque, which is surprisingly low compared to other electric SUVs in the market. There’s also an AWD version offered with a dual motor setup, placed one on each axle and this puts out 184hp and 300Nm torque.