Mahindra BE 6 vs Maruti Suzuki e Vitara (2026)
Mahindra BE 6 (₹18.90 Lakh – ₹27.00 Lakh) and Maruti Suzuki e Vitara (₹17.49 Lakh – ₹21.00 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is more affordable — it starts ₹1.41 Lakh lower than the Mahindra BE 6.
- The Mahindra BE 6 is the more powerful car, with 282 bhp against 172 bhp.
- The Mahindra BE 6 claims the longer range: 682 km vs 543 km.
- Only the Mahindra BE 6 has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Mahindra BE 6 has the bigger boot: 455 litres vs 306 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Mahindra BE 6 | Maruti Suzuki e Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹18.90 Lakh – ₹27.00 Lakh | ₹17.49 Lakh – ₹21.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 59/79 kWh LFP battery, rear-mounted electric motor | Electric motor with 49 kWh / 61 kWh LFP battery |
| Max power | 282 bhp | 172 bhp |
| Fuel options | Electric | Electric |
| Transmissions | Single-speed Automatic | Single-speed Automatic |
| Claimed range | 682 km | 543 km |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 455 L | 306 L |
Mahindra BE 6 in short
The BE 6 is the most radical product of Mahindra's born-electric INGLO platform, a driver-focused electric SUV with fighter-jet-inspired cockpit design, a 79 kWh pack rated at up to 682 km and a 282 bhp rear-drive motor. It secured a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and undercuts most similarly specified EVs. Rivals include the Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV and Hyundai Creta Electric.
Full BE 6prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki e Vitara in short
The e Vitara is Maruti Suzuki's first electric vehicle, a born-EV midsize SUV built on the Heartect-e platform in Gujarat for both India and export markets. Offered with 49 kWh and 61 kWh LFP battery packs, the larger unit claims over 500 km of MIDC range. It squares up against the Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6 and MG ZS EV.
Full e Vitaraprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: BE 6 or e Vitara?
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is more affordable — it starts ₹1.41 Lakh lower than the Mahindra BE 6. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
BE 6 vs e Vitara — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Mahindra BE 6 — 5 stars; Maruti Suzuki e Vitara — not yet tested.
Should I buy the BE 6 or the e Vitara?
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is more affordable — it starts ₹1.41 Lakh lower than the Mahindra BE 6. The Mahindra BE 6 is the more powerful car, with 282 bhp against 172 bhp. The Mahindra BE 6 claims the longer range: 682 km vs 543 km. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.