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      Tata Harrier EV Top Speed 180 Kmph – Kerb Weight 2,336 Kgs

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      Tata Harrier EVWith the launch of Harrier EV, Tata Motors has evolved into a new space where Mahindra XEV 9e has been operating. While Harrier EV is undercutting XEV 9e with base prices, top-spec variant prices are still under wraps. Now, the company has revealed some crucial specs of Harrier EV that were not disclosed before. Let’s take a closer look.
      Tata Harrier EV Top Speed
      The Indian automotive fraternity has been asking one question about Harrier EV since launch. That question is regarding Harrier EV’s total system output, which remains unanswered. What has been revealed, are some performance metrics other than the already revealed 0-100 sprint along with kerb weight info.
      Tata Harrier EV
      For starters, Harrier EV is powered by a 65 kWh or a 75 kWh battery pack option. Where kerb weight is concerned, RWD variants could weigh up to 2,235 kg and QWD variants could weigh up to 2,336 kg. When compared to the ICE version, Harrier EV RWD can be around 300 kg heavier and QWD can be around 400 kg heavier, depending on variants.
      Unlike its ICE counterpart, Harrier EV is RWD as standard with a single electric motor and higher variants get a dual motor layout, one powering each axle, with what the company calls QWD (Quad Wheel Drive) for off-road capabilities. RWD variants offers 238 PS of peak power and QWD variants get an additional 158 PS front motor with a total system torque output of 504 Nm.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road
      What’s the top speed?
      Total system power output is still under wraps and you can’t just add front and rear power numbers and arrive at ~400 PS mark. Now, top speed of Harrier EV has been revealed to be 180 km/h with an electronic speed limit. Unleashed, Harrier EV might probably go over 200 km/h, which the arch rival Mahindra XEV 9e does as well.
      With the launch of Harrier EV, Tata Motors has been incorporating a lot of features and creature comforts that were never offered with any Tata vehicle before. Some of these include an electronic IRVM with DVR, Digital Key with NFC key card, self park function along with summon mode, Samsung NEO QLED infotainment screen and more.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road Features
      There’s also underbody cameras that allow for what Tata calls 540-degree view, Boss Mode which is now electrically controlled, improved Terrain Response Modes, Ultraglide fully independent suspension at all four corners with frequency dependent dampers and more.
      Where pricing is concerned, Harrier EV comes out as more affordable than its ICE counterpart as it starts from Adventure trim onwards. Harrier Adventure Diesel AT is around Rs 1 lakh pricier than base Harrier EV Adventure, which is staggering achievement. More

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      Maurti eVitara Production Target Reduced To 8,200 From 26,500 – Here’s Why

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      Maruti eVitara Electric SUVMaruti Suzuki has been working on its maiden electric vehicle, the eVitara for a long time. Now that it is slated to launch and go into mass production at their Gujarat plant, the company is facing hurdles to meet the supply of rare earth minerals. That is due to the recent developments from China as it curbs export of a few rare earth minerals.
      These developments from Dragonland have struck fears of production stoppages across the world. China’s actions are expected to create disruptions in current supply chains established across the world as these rare earth minerals are crucial in making magnets and other components in the tech industry.
      Maurti eVitara Production Reduced
      As per initial estimates, Maruti Suzuki had aimed to manufacture 26,512 units of their maiden eVitara electric SUV. However, the production goals have now been reduced to two-thirds of its initial estimation, which is around 8,221 units only. These 8,221 units will be manufactured between April and September, owing to supply constraints.
      It has to be noted that some companies in United States of America, Japan and European Union have been able to secure licenses from Beijing and are witnessing easing supplies. Something similar is yet to happen for Indian companies.
      Maruti Suzuki eVitara Interiors
      While the company will only manufacture around 8,221 units of the planned 26,512 units between April and September 2025, Maruti Suzuki will reportedly ramp up production at their Gujarat plant post September 2025 and meet or come close to around 67k units production target by the end of March 2026 at the rate of 440 units per day.
      58,728 of these units will be manufactured between October 2025 and March 2025, once the production is ramped up considerably. After the launch of Maruti Suzuki eVitara, there will be a Toyota counterpart of this vehicle called Urban Cruiser EV, which will also be manufactured at Maruti’s Gujarat plant.
      Bookings & Launch
      Production of eVitara and Urban Cruiser EV is solely dedicated to Maruti Suzuki’s Gujarat plant and it will act as an export hub for markets like Japan and Europe. Bookings for Maruti Suzuki eVitara in India are yet to commence. With the launch of eVitara, Maruti Suzuki is likely to gain significant market share in the lucrative electric vehicle market of India where Tata Motors, Mahindra, Hyundai and MG Motor are currently operating. More

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      2026 Kia Seltos Spied With Two Different Front Designs – ICE and EV?

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      2026 Kia Seltos Spied With Two Designs
      Hyundai has taken their vastly successful Creta and carved out an electric version. Both vehicles carry the same silhouette, but unique design identities with dedicated front design and wheels. While it is not confirmed, Kia might be taking a similar strategy and developing an electric version of Seltos with unique design elements of its own.
      It will be based on upcoming 2026 Seltos and not the current model. Spy shots of upcoming Seltos have been packing two different fascias under its camouflage as highlighted by Kindelauto. This strongly suggests Kia might be working on an electric counterpart, similar to what Hyundai has done with Creta. Let’s take a closer look.
      2026 Kia Seltos – Design 1
      2026 Kia Seltos Spied
      At least in India, Kia never had a sportier version of its vehicles with dedicated design elements like Hyundai N Line. Kia did have the X Line, which was more of a paint finish difference and a few other and nowhere close to what Hyundai has been doing with N Line, which offers profound design changes and upgrades to mechanical components.
      So, when the upcoming 2026 Seltos is packing two different front fascias, primary speculation was that there could be an electric version of Seltos. Differences between both these fascias are quite evident as seen with highlights outlined by Kindelauto. Even the alloy wheels are different with these, further fueling this speculation.
      2026 Kia Seltos – Design 2
      Both versions seem to have a front charging port and only one of them may be functional. The main differences can be seen in bumper designs and alloy wheel designs. Both vehicles were spied testing together and were papped at the same location. On the inside, there might be a few design changes with EV version with gear selector behind steering wheel and others.
      Same powertrains as Creta Electric?
      Powering this vehicle could be the same battery and motors as Creta Electric. Either a 42 kWh or a 51.4 kWh battery pack mated to a single FWD electric motor that can generate up to 169 bhp of peak power, promising a 0-100 km/h sprint in 7.9s. In Creta Electric, max range promised is 473 km on a single charge.
      Kia Carens Clavis EV Spotted
      2026 Kia Seltos is speculated to offer a Hybrid powertrain option as well, which will keep the Maruti Suzuki and Toyota Hybrids in check. Kia India is working to launch Carens Clavis EV in July 2025, which may feature the same powertrains as Creta Electric.
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      10 Notable Elements In Tata Harrier EV Which Stand Out

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      Tata Harrier EVTata Harrier EV is one of the most anticipated launches in India. The company has launched it at a starting price of Rs 21.49 lakh (Ex-sh) and it is Tata’s flagship electric SUV. Tata has kitted it accordingly and it packs quite a lot of new elements that are noteworthy. In this post, we have compiled 10 notable elements of the just launched Harrier EV.
      Tata Harrier EV Launch Price
      1. More Affordable Than Harrier ICE
      We have to start with pricing because Harrier EV is more affordable than Harrier ICE. It is a hard pill to swallow given the notion that EVs are pricier than ICE vehicles. However, Harrier EV starts from Adventure trim level for Rs 21.49 lakh (Ex-sh) and Harrier Diesel Adventure AT starts from Rs 22.45 lakh (Ex-sh). A brave new world, eh?
      Tata Harrier EV Samsung Neo QLED Screen
      2. Largest-In-Segment Samsung Neo QLED Infotainment Screen
      For the first time in mainstream Indian car segment, Tata Motors is upping the quality of display technology in infotainment field. That’s because Harrier EV packs a Neo QLED screen from Samsung, which is the largest in its segment at 14.53-inch. Also, the Quantum layer it packs, has high contrast with inky blacks and exceptional HDR performance for life-like visuals. This infotainment screen packs off-line maps by MAPPL for reassurance.
      Harrier EV E-Valet
      3. Self Parking & Summon Mode
      Harrier EV packs a suite of autonomous parking features bundled as e-Valet. Under this suite, Tata is offering features like autonomous parallel parking (in and out) and autonomous perpendicular parking (in and out). Also notable are ‘anywhere parking’, remote park assist and summon mode.
      Harrier EV New Circular Key
      4. New Set Of Keys
      To access these new set of self parking features, Tata is offering Harrier EV a new remote key, which is circular in shape and is quite small and sleek with dedicated buttons for self parking and summon mode. There’s a Digital Key feature too which supports key sharing. When you don’t want to carry your physical key or your smartphone, Tata offers a NFC key card as well.
      Harrier EV E-IRVM
      5. E-IRVM with DVR Function
      Tata Harrier EV is the first mainstream vehicle in India to offer an E-IRVM that also has DVR function. This replaces a regular IRVM and it packs a display projecting the feed from rear camera and front camera. Even if you fill Harrier EV’s boot till the roof, you can have uninterrupted rear vision with this E-IRVM. With the help of a QR Code, users can download footage of front and rear cameras for documentation. Like a Dashcam.
      Harrier EV Ultra Glide Suspension
      6. Ultraglide Suspension
      For the first time after discontinuation of Nano, Tata Motors is offering independent rear suspension on their vehicles. Called Ultra Glide suspension, it is a multi-link setup with frequency dependent dampers to unlock sharp handling and supreme comfort depending on the Terrain Mode Harrier EV is in.
      Harrier EV 540-Degree Camera
      7. 540-Degree Cameras
      You may have heard of 360-degree cameras and Transparent Bonnet features. Tata Motors is taking these features a notch above and is offering what they call 540-degree view with Transparent Mode. Cameras capture the view of Harrer EV’s underbody and stitch it with 360-degree camera feed to create a truly holistic view of what’s around.
      Harrier EV Performance
      8. Performance
      Wanted a sportscar-like performance in a mainstream car? Harrier EV comes the closest as it packs dual-motor setup with a peak torque of 504 Nm in Boost Mode. While Tata did not disclose combined total system power, rear motor is rated at 238 PS and front motor at 158 PS. 0-100 km/h sprint comes up in just 6.3s. Good news is that Harrier EV is the first ‘RWD as standard’ vehicle from Tata since the discontinuation of Nano, Safari Storme and Hexa in 2020.
      Harrier EV Terrain Modes
      9. Off-Road Capabilities
      The same QWD setup that unlocks massive performance on road, also allows for exceptional off-road prowess as well. Harrier EV has an approach angle of 25.3°, departure angle of 26.4° and a break over angle of 16.6°. There are 6 Terrain Modes on offer with Harrier EV to aid users during off-roading – Normal, Sand, Mud Ruts, Snow / Grass, Rock Crawl and a Custom Mode. Harrier EV was even the first vehicle to do the impossible Elephant Rock Climb challenge in Kerala.
      Harrier EV Zenith Suite
      10. Zenith Suite
      Harrier EV comes with Tata’s Zenith suite as standard. This suite brings a host of comfort features for Harrier EV occupants. These features include powered front seats, ventilated front seats, memory function for driver’s seat, powered Boss Mode for front passenger seat, panoramic sunroof, 65W fast-charging Type C ports, comfort headrest and more. More

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      New India EV Policy Reduces Import Duty From 110% To 15%

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      Mercedes EQS 450 SUVWhile reducing import duty, India’s EV policy has special provisions to encourage investment and local manufacturing
      Last year, the Ministry of Heavy Industries released its proposal to promote the manufacturing of electric passenger cars in India. And now, that initiative has been finalized and introduced as the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India (SPMEPCI). Let’s explore some of the key highlights of this scheme.
      Investment necessary to avail import duty concessions
      As per this scheme, eligible carmakers will enjoy a reduced import duties from 110% to 15%. To access the reduced import duty of 15%, carmakers need to commit to manufacture EVs in India. This commitment will come via a mandated investment of USD 500 million (approx Rs 4,150 crore), which has to be made within three years. Carmakers are free to use any of their existing facilities.
      However, any investments made earlier cannot be included in the mandated fresh investment of Rs 4,150 crore. If these conditions are met, a carmaker can access the reduced import duty for five years. Participants in India’s new EV scheme will also need to achieve annual turnover milestones. For example, the turnover should be Rs 2,500 crore by the second year.
      Similarly, the turnover milestones of fourth and fifth year are Rs 5,000 crore and Rs 7,500 crore, respectively. Manufacturers also need to increase localization in a progressive manner. By the third year, local value addition via local manufacturing should be 25%. And by the end of the 5th year, the localization value should increase to 50%.
      BMW i7 M70 xDrive
      Reduced import duty applicable on EVs priced above Rs 30 lakh
      To safeguard the interests of existing EV manufacturers in India, the reduced import duty of 15% will be applicable only on EVs priced above USD 35,000 or approx. Rs 30 lakh. This limit will help ensure that the current set of EVs available in the mainstream market remain protected from unfair trade practices such as dumping. This group includes locally manufactured electric cars such as Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6, Tata Harrier EV, Punch EV, Nexon EV, Curvv EV, MG Windsor, Hyundai Creta Electric, etc. Also, upcoming options such as Maruti e-Vitara, Sierra EV, etc.
      There is also a cap of 8,000 units per annum for accessing the reduced import duty. Beyond this number, the standard import duty of 110% will be applicable. SPMPCI also mentions that total savings cannot be more than Rs 6,484 crore or the actual investment made, whichever is lower. If there are any unused annual quotas, these can be carried over to the next year.
      Details of expenses that can be counted under the initial investment have also been mentioned in the SPMPCI document. It includes expenses related to research and development facilities, machinery and manufacturing equipment. For expenses linked to charging infrastructure, up to 5% of total investment will be considered. For land and buildings that are part of the primary manufacturing facility, up to 10% will be considered as part of total initial investment.
      Tesla Model Y
      As per the SPMPCI policy document, the eligibility criteria for carmakers includes annual revenue of Rs 10,000 crore directly linked to automotive manufacturing. Also, the eligible company should have annual global assets investment of at least Rs 3,000 crore.
      Tesla reluctant to manufacture locally
      It is expected that the government will soon launch an online portal to facilitate participation in the SPMPCI scheme. Eligible carmakers will be able to apply for the scheme and get the approval letters.
      Tesla can benefit from this scheme, but it appears that the company is not interested in manufacturing in India at this point of time, given the political stance of Trump administration. In that case, Tesla will likely choose the 110% tariff route to sell its cars in India. However, other carmakers such as Skoda, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai and Kia have expressed interest to benefit from the SPMPCI policy. More

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      Tata Harrier EV Launch Price Rs 21.49 L – 627 km Range, QWD

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      Tata Harrier EV LaunchTata Motors is on a mission to offer a comprehensive electric vehicle portfolio in India to continue exerting dominance in India’s electric car segment. This means offering a flagship electric SUV that is also no slouch in terms of performance and off-road prowess. That’s where Tata Harrier EV comes into the action, which was just launched in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
      Tata Harrier EV Launch Price
      Tata Harrier EV Launch
      Harrier EV has been one of the most anticipated car launches in India for a long time. The wait is finally over as Tata just launched Harrier EV for a starting price of Rs 21.49 lakh (Ex-sh). There are 4 colours to choose from – Nainital Nocturne, Empowered Oxide, Pure Grey and Pristine White. There will be a Stealth Edition with all-Black theme soon after. Bookings for Harrier EV start from 2nd July, 2025 and deliveries are likely to commence soon after.
      Tata Harrier EV Colours
      Where design is concerned, Harrier EV follows the same ethos as other Tata EVs with minimal changes in their fascia to establish visual distinction. Harrier EV gets a closed grille along with unique bumper designs and new alloy wheels. Massive road presence of ICE models continues to be a flex point with Harrier EV as well.
      Tata Harrier EV Stealth Edition
      On the inside, there is similar equipment on offer. Which means similar 14.53-inch QLED infotainment screen from Samsung with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, streaming apps and games, 10.2-inch instrument cluster with full screen Maps support, dual-zone climate control, wireless phone charger, ventilated seats, powered front seats with memory function for driver’s seat, rear AC vents, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, electric Boss Mode, rear sun shades, Digital Key, JBL Black premium audio, Smart IRVM and more.
      Tata Harrier EV
      Where safety is concerned, Tata Harrier EV will come with reinforced monocoque chassis based on Acti.ev+ platform. The comprehensive Level-2 ADAS features include 22 features like auto-emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, high beam assist and more. 6 airbags, ESP and ABS are standard and Tata is offering 360-degree cameras, blindspot monitoring are notable too. The most notable feature is its Summon Mode that unlocks automatic driverless parking.
      Tata Harrier EV
      Specs & Performance
      What’s new with Harrier EV is that it is an electric vehicle. It offers an option between a 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery packs, promising range of up to 627 km on a single charge and 505 km C75 range. RWD variant offers 238 PS of peak power and dual-motor config adds a 158 PS motor at the front with 504 Nm of peak combined torque, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in just 6.3 seconds. Charging is pretty fast with 7.2 kW AC charger and 20% to 80% SOC in 25 minutes with a 125 KW DC charger. With Tata Mega chargers, Tata promises 250 km in just 15 minutes.
      Tata Harrier EV
      This is the first Tata Motors vehicle to get RWD and QWD after Hexa and Safari Storme were discontinued. Tata calls dual-motor variants QWD (Quad Wheel Drive) and are seen with higher trims with one motor on each axle. After the Nano, Harrier EV is the first Tata vehicle to get rear independent suspension, promising a level of comfort not matched by non-independent setups.
      Tata Harrier EV
      With dual-motor QWD variants, Tata is offering upgraded Terrain Modes that will help it tackle tricky terrains. There are 6 Terrain Modes – Normal, Sand, Mud Ruts, Snow / Grass, Rock Crawl and Custom. Also helping in off-road endeavours is the Transparent Mode that offers video feed even of underbody. More

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      Tata Harrier EV Rock Climb Challenge – Off-Road Features Revealed

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      Tata Harrier EV Elephant Rock ClimbTata Motors is all set to launch Harrier EV tomorrow on 3 June, 2025. Ahead of the launch, Tata Motors has just posted a jaw-dropping video of Harrier EV climbing the formidable Elephant Rock in Kerala which poses great challenges with tricky terrains and even a 34-degree incline. This is a stellar accomplishment and many would even regard it as an impossible task.
      The same video also teases some of Harrier EV’s off-road features, which helped it traverse this tricky and dangerous stunt and come out on top victorious. Let’s take a look at these off-road features along with Tata’s new QWD (Quad Wheel Drive) setup and the new sophisticated suspension in action.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road
      Tata Harrier EV Elephant Rock Climb
      In a chilling video, Tata Motors has demonstrated the off-road capability of its upcoming Harrier EV flagship electric SUV. The company seems to have taken marketing cues from its subsidiary brand, Land Rover, that has demonstrated off-road capabilities through impossible challenges. Tata Harrier EV Elephant Rock climb is no different.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road
      Located in Kerala state, this Elephant Rock has a peak elevation of 3937 ft above sea level and it poses a formidable terrain that is impossible for a car to scale. For it is a tough trail for human trekking and an unforgivable nightmare for a vehicle. Even a minor slip would redeem dangerous as the vehicle would roll down into the abyss.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road
      This trail is loosely categorised into three stages – Minefield, Ridge and Beast. Minefield is riddled with jagged rocks and loose boulders and the test driver of Harrier EV turns on ‘Off Road Assist’ feature. Harrier EV also comes with a Transparent Mode where cameras under the vehicle stitch together a feed into the large infotainment screen lending uninterrupted underbody view.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road
      Off-road prowess!
      Ridge stage posed different challenges as it brought craters and inclinations into the equation. This is where the Rock Crawl Mode on its updated Terrain Response system comes into action. In the video, we can see a few heroic shots of Harrier EV traversing through these tricky terrains with wheels in the air in some cases.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road
      Beast stage of this challenge is trickier still as there is a steep 34-degrees incline for Harrier EV to tackle. Which it impressively tackles with the help of Boost Mode which seems to unlock all of Harrier EV’s performance. Harrier EV’s dual-motor QWD (Quad Wheel Drive) system comes into its own offering four-wheel traction which is paramount in situations like these.
      Tata Harrier EV Off-Road Features
      Range expectations
      The video Tata Motors posted of Harrier EV scaling an Elephant Rock in Kerala also gives us insight into the powertrain related aspects. Particularly the range, where Harrier EV’s instrument cluster shows 560 km range with 90% SOC (State Of Charge). 550 km range with 88% SOC and 525 km range with 85% SOC can also be seen. This could indicate a claimed 600 km range on full charge. More details will be revealed at launch on June 3, 2025.
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      Mahindra BE Rall-E Spied Testing Again – More Rugged BE 6 SUV

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      Mahindra BE Rall-E Spied TestingIt has been almost a year since the Mahindra BE Rall-E test mules have been spotted in India. Showed as a concept vehicle in February 2023 on the stage with Bollywood actors Vicky Kaushal and Disha Patani, Mahindra BE Rall-E is likely to launch in the country with almost the same design as its concept. Let’s take a closer look.
      Mahindra BE Rall-E Spied Testing Again
      BE 6 has already emerged as the sportiest and the wildest mainstream electric SUV ever launched in India. But what’s wilder than an already wild BE 6, is BE Rall-E, which is a more rugged and off-road-y version. It was showcased as a concept in February 2023 and it has been spied testing multiple times, hinting at a possible launch.
      Mahindra BE Rall-E Spied Testing
      What we see, we like. That’s because it is not just a cosmetic nip-and-tuck job, but is a lot more comprehensive than that. BE Rall-E gets its own identity with a new fascia and single-piece LED eyebrow-like DRLs. Below these DRLs, we have circular LED projector headlights and what looks like a real bash plate, instead of a faux skid plate.
      Mahindra BE.Rall-E Concept Luggage Rack
      Fortifying its off-road-y appearance, we have better approach angle and higher ground clearance on BE Rall-E than BE 6. Wheels on BE Rall-E are steelies which look like they could be 17-inchers and are wrapped with all-terrain tyres. The main unmistakable design distinction with BE Rall-E is the sturdy-looking roof-carrier that grabs a lot of attention as it screams lifestyle.
      Upcoming Cars Around Auto Expo 2025 – Mahindra BE.Rall-E
      These spy shots also show Mahindra BE Rall-E’s rear for the first time, which has different LED tail lights than BE 6. These LED signature mimics the eyebrow-like LED DRLs seen on the front, which is similar to what concept version had. As BE Rall-E is based on BE 6, it shares the same charging port which is located on rear left quarter panel.
      Mahindra BE.Rall-E Concept
      Will it get dual-motor AWD config?
      On the inside, BE Rall-E might carry forward the same interior as BE 6 and that is likely to be the case with its powertrains. But because Mahindra BE Rall-E is an off-road-y version, we hope it gets a dual-motor AWD setup that INGLO platform supports. So, more power and torque than already bonkers BE 6 is a possibility.
      Mahindra Rall-E Electric SUV Concept Global Debut. From L-R; Pratap Bose, R Velusamy, Rajesh Jejurikar, Anish Shah, Vicky Kaushal, Anand Mahindra, Veejay Nakra
      When Mahindra BE Rall-E will launch, is not yet known. The company is yet to launch XUV3XO EV (XUV400 facelift), XEV 7e (electrified XUV700) and other vehicles. The company had put BE Rall-E in ‘Products’ section on their website and not ‘Concept’ section, suggesting that it could be in the pipeline.
      Mahindra BE.Rall-E Concept More