A significant milestone for the Indian automobile market, Mahindra & Mahindra stated that its recently launched all-electric SUV, the Mahindra BE 6, achieved a top-five rating for safety in the prestigious Bharat New Car Assessment Program. This solidifies Mahindra’s stronghold in safety and innovating abilities through electric vehicles.
BE 6: Unmatched Levels of Safety
The Mahindra BE 6 did well in the stringent crash tests by Bharat NCAP, achieving 31.97 out of 32 points for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45 out of 49 points for Child Occupant Protection (COP). It is among the safest EVs in India, just behind Mahindra’s XEV 9e, which scored a perfect 32-point AOP score. These results show Mahindra’s commitment to passenger safety, a key concern for consumers making EV purchasing decisions. With growing awareness around vehicle safety standards, the BE 6 is set to gain significant traction among Indian buyers looking for a secure and reliable EV.
Cutting-edge Engineering and Design for Maximum Safety
The BE 6, built on Mahindra’s revolutionary INGLO platform, is engineered to deliver extraordinary stability, crash protection, and handling. It also features an extremely low rollover risk for a vehicle, which is characteristic of all SUVs. This is attributed to the center of gravity as well as ultra-high-strength boron steel and reinforced frontal structures, which work together to form a safety cage around occupants.
In terms of design, this vehicle also features state-of-the-art safety technologies, including:
- Seven strategically located airbags for maximum impact protection.
- Four-wheel disc brakes with brake-by-wire for the most responsive stopping power available.
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: Lane-keeping assist, Adaptive cruise control, Automatic emergency braking, Blind-spot monitoring
- These elements ensure a drastic improvement in the safety of occupants and overall assurance of driving with the Mahindra BE 6, topping the electric SUV category.
Safety at a Competitive Price of BE 6
The Mahindra BE 6, for all its fancy safety features, is priced competitively at ₹18.90 lakh to ₹26.90 lakh, ex-showroom. Therefore, it appeals to the ideal safety-conscious customers who also buy an EV product for value for money. With the growing electric mobility sector in India, Mahindra has ensured the customer no longer has to make a choice between safety and affordability. The BE 6 is going to attract more families and urban professionals who consider security and technology as essential features in their vehicles.
The Future of Electric Vehicles in India
Being in a position of strict safety standards, cutting-edge technology, and a competitive price point, the Mahindra BE 6 would be well-set to lead the Indian EV revolution. This mark shows Mahindra’s stance on innovation and protecting consumers, for the future, safety must come first in electric vehicles.
ELCTRIK Speaks
As the country moves towards sustainable mobility, Mahindra’s commitment to safety-first EV innovation is sure to influence consumer preferences and industry standards. Whether you’re considering an EV for the first time or looking for the safest electric SUV, the Mahindra BE 6 is a choice that delivers on all fronts.
