Maruti Suzuki recently introduced the all-new e Vitara, marking its entry into the mass-market electric SUV space. The electric SUV features a modern design, a feature-loaded cabin, and multiple battery pack options, offering competitive claimed range figures.
Positioned as a rival to the Mahindra BE 6, which already stands out with its futuristic styling, plethora of upmarket features, and impressive performance, the e Vitara adds a new dimension to the growing electric SUV segment.
In this report, we compare the Mahindra BE 6 and the Maruti e Vitara in detail. If you're confused between these two electric SUVs, read on as we break down their differences to help make your buying decision simpler and more informed.
Price
Model | Maruti e Vitara | Mahindra BE 6 |
Price (ex-showroom) | Rs 15.99 lakh to Rs 20.01 lakh | Rs 18.90 lakh to Rs 27.65 lakh |
- There is a price difference of around Rs 3 lakh for the entry-level variants.
For the higher variants, the price differences further increase by a whopping 7.64 lakh.
Maruti also offers the e Vitara with Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) pricing, which starts from Rs 10.99 lakh, and here's a closer look at its variant-wise prices.
Since the BE 6 is a slightly older model when compared to the e Vitara, there might be more room for negotiation on discounts. It would be best to connect with your nearest dealership to get a better picture.
Let's find out what the Mahindra EV offers for the extra money:
Dimensions
Parameter | Maruti e Vitara | Mahindra BE 6 | Difference |
Length | 4275 mm | 4371 mm | (-96 mm) |
Width | 1800 mm | 1907 mm | (-107 mm) |
Height | 1640 mm | 1627 mm | +13 mm |
Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2775 mm | (-75 mm) |
As you can see above, the Mahindra BE 6 is clearly the bigger EV.
The BE 6 is significantly longer, wider, and even has a larger wheelbase.
The e Vitara, due to its more traditional SUV-styling, stands taller than the BE 6.
Due to the larger wheelbase, we expect the BE 6 to be more spacious inside the cabin.
The BE 6's quirky styling further accentuates the dimensions of the EV. On the other hand, the e Vitara looks rugged and sporty.
If you are interested in the e Vitara, you should also check out details about its booking process.
Powertrain
Both e Vitara and the BE 6 offer two battery pack options, providing a claimed range of over 500 km. Let's quickly take a look at the differences between their specifications:
Maruti e Vitara | Mahindra BE 6 | |||
Battery | 49 kWh | 61 kWh | 59 kWh | 79 kWh |
No of electric motor(s) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Power | 144 PS | 174 PS | 230 PS | 285 PS |
Torque | 189 Nm | 189 Nm | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
Claimed Range | 440 km | 543 km | 557 km | 683 km |
- You get larger (59 kWh and 79 kWh) battery packs with the Mahindra BE 6.
The Mahindra BE 6 offers a higher claimed range of up to 683 km.
The BE 6 offers over 100 PS more, and almost two times the torque output of the e Vitara.
Most buyers would compare the e Vitara's larger battery pack with the BE 6's smaller battery due to their similar pricing. Between the two, there is a very small difference in battery sizes and claimed range.
Overall, the BE 6 belongs to a league of its own if you bring its 79 kWh battery pack into the equation. The e Vitara's figures are respectable and competitive at its price point.
Features
Feature | Maruti e Vitara | Mahindra BE 6 |
Auto LED Headlamps | ✅ | ✅ |
LED foglamps | ✅ | ✅ |
LED Taillamps | ✅ | ✅ |
Flush-type door handles | ❌ | ✅ |
Wheels | 18-inch alloy wheels | 19-inch alloy wheels |
Upholstery | Fabric+leather | Fabric+leather |
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel | ✅ | ✅ |
Height-adjustable Driver Seat | ✅ | ✅ |
Ambient Lighting | ✅ | ✅ |
Infotainment | 10.1-inch touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen |
Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto | ✅ | ✅ |
Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch display | 12.3-inch display |
Ventilated front seats | ✅ | ✅ |
Powered driver seat | ✅ | ✅ (with memory function) |
Air purifier | ❌ | ✅ |
Wireless Phone Charger | ✅ | ✅ |
Head-up display | ❌ | ✅ |
Sound system | 10-speaker Infinity sound system | 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system |
Auto-dimming IRVM | ✅ | ✅ |
Cruise Control | ✅ | ✅ |
Climate Control (AC) | Single-zone automatic | Dual-zone automatic |
Keyless entry | ✅ | ✅ |
Sunroof | Single-pane glass roof | Panoramic glass roof |
Front and rear centre Armrest | ✅ | ✅ |
Multi-drive Modes | ✅ | ✅ |
Cooled Glovebox | ✅ | ✅ |
Connected Car Tech | ✅ | ✅ |
Powered tailgate | ❌ | ✅ |
Airbags | 7 | 7 |
Parking sensors | Front and rear | Front and rear |
360-degree Camera | ✅ | ✅ |
ESC (electronic stability control) | ✅ | ✅ |
Rain Sensing Wipers | ✅ | ✅ |
Rear defogger | ✅ | ✅ |
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | ✅ | ✅ |
ADAS (Advanced driver assistance system) | ✅(Level-2) | ✅(Level-2) |
- As seen above, both Maruti e Vitara and BE 6 are well-equipped with most of the premium features and a strong safety net.
However, it is the BE 6 that prevails in terms of offering the more premium features.
In terms of infotainment, it gets larger displays and 6 more speakers.
The Mahindra EV also packs features such as a head-up display, a powered tailgate, a dual-zone climate control, and even an air purifier.
In terms of safety, both EVs are well-equipped with features such as 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, TPMS, and front and rear parking sensors. They also come with level-2 ADAS.
CarDekho Says…
If your priority is value, practicality, and a sensible price-to-range balance, the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara makes a strong case for itself. It undercuts its rival by a significant margin, especially at the top-spec level, and still offers competitive range figures and a well-equipped cabin. For most urban buyers and small families, its larger battery option delivers more than adequate performance and range without stretching the budget too far.
However, if you are willing to spend the extra money for more performance and a more premium feature set, the Mahindra BE 6 clearly feels like the more tempting and powerful package. With significantly higher power and torque outputs, a larger 79 kWh battery option, bigger screens, a panoramic glass roof, and added niceties like a head-up display and powered tailgate, it caters to buyers who want their EV to feel special.
In simple terms, the e Vitara is the smarter, more sensible buy for budget-conscious customers, while the BE 6 is for those who want a more premium, performance-oriented electric SUV and don't mind paying the premium for it. It is also important to keep in mind that with the e Vitara, you get Maruti's excellent dealership and service network.
Which EV would you pick? Let us know in the comments section below.