Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ Electric SUV Launched in India: Price, Variants, Google Gemini AI & Key Features

Mahindra has launched the feature-packed BE 6 SPORTEQ electric SUV series in India, starting at ₹11.45 Lakh with BaaS and Google Gemini AI integration.

Mihir Pathak|17-Aug-26 05:30 AM

Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ Electric SUV Launched in India: Price, Variants, Google Gemini AI & Key Features

Mahindra has officially expanded its electric origin SUV lineup with the launch of the Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ series. Designed to offer a bold new expression of sport, technology, and electric performance, the new series brings a wider range of options and ownership models to Indian buyers.

Pricing and Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) Option

The BE 6 SPORTEQ series introduces a competitive Battery as a Service (BaaS) model starting at ₹ 11.45 Lakh, with the battery cost set at ₹ 3.75 per km. Deliveries for the new lineup are scheduled to begin on the auspicious occasion of Onam on August 26, 2026.

Here is the complete variant-wise ex-showroom price breakdown for the Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ:

Variant	59 kWh (BaaS)	59 kWh	70 kWh	79 kWh
ONE	₹ 11.45 Lakh	₹ 19.45 Lakh	–	–
TWO	₹ 12.95 Lakh	₹ 20.95 Lakh	–	–
THREE	–	₹ 21.95 Lakh	₹ 22.95 Lakh	–
THREE +	–	–	₹ 23.95 Lakh	₹ 24.95 Lakh
FOUR	–	–	–	₹ 26.95 Lakh
LAUNCH EDITION	–	–	–	₹ 26.95 Lakh
FE	–	–	–	₹ 24.45 Lakh
FE FOUR	–	–	–	₹ 26.95 Lakh

*Prices are without the wall charger and its installation cost. BaaS pricing considers a usage of 60 km/day at ₹ 3.75/km.

Special Editions: Launch Edition & Formula E Freedom Edition

To mark the unveiling, Mahindra has introduced two standout expressions of the SPORTEQ philosophy:

BE 6 SPORTEQ Launch Edition: Positioned at the top of the range, it features an exclusive Graphite Storm exterior matched with full Racing Tan leatherette interiors.
BE 6 SPORTEQ Formula E Freedom Edition: Inspired by Mahindra Racing’s global motorsport achievements, this performance-focused variant features a two-screen race-inspired cockpit, a signature halo design, vibrant Satin color finishes including Rosso Impulso, a Black & Firestorm orange interior theme, and an exclusive Acceleration Boost enabling 0-100 km/h in 6.44 seconds.

Futuristic Technology: MAIA and Google Gemini Integration

Built as a true Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV), the SPORTEQ series runs on Mahindra’s Artificial Intelligence Architecture (MAIA) and introduces six advanced TEQ Suites:

TEQ_Talk: Features Google Gemini as a next-generation conversational companion supporting over 100 core functions and 48 apps across vehicle controls, navigation, music, and news through 17 specialized AI agents.
TEQ_Play: Brings interactive entertainment including India’s first OEM karaoke, an in-car gaming suite with BYOD mode, private audio, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos.
TEQ_Drive: Optimizes performance dynamics with Custom Drive Mode, Drift Mode, Tribe Drive, Revive & Revive SOS, and the Freedom Edition's Acceleration Boost.
TEQ_Me: Provides advanced user personalization with auto-detection profiles.
TEQ_Secure: Elevates safety via Secure360 Pro live view with audio relay, intrusion alerts, and a Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) compliant digital car key ecosystem supporting iOS and Android devices.
TEQ_xting: Enables personalized tailgate messaging.

Over-The-Air (OTA) Updates for Existing Owners

True to its software-defined architecture, Mahindra has confirmed that software features introduced on the BE 6 SPORTEQ series will be rolled out via over-the-air (OTA) updates to existing BE 6, XEV 9e, and XEV 9S owners in phases starting January 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1What is the starting price of the Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ?

The Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ starts at an ex-showroom price of ₹ 11.45 Lakh under the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) option, with the battery cost set at ₹ 3.75 per km. Standard upfront purchase prices range from ₹ 19.45 Lakh up to ₹ 26.95 Lakh depending on the variant and battery pack (59 kWh, 70 kWh, or 79 kWh).

Q.2When will deliveries for the Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ begin?

Official deliveries for the BE 6 SPORTEQ series are scheduled to begin on August 26, 2026, coinciding with the Onam festival.

Q.3How does the Google Gemini AI integration work in the BE 6 SPORTEQ?

The BE 6 SPORTEQ features TEQ_Talk built with Google Gemini as a next-generation conversational companion. Powered by 17 specialized AI agents, it supports over 100 core functions and 48 apps spanning vehicle controls, navigation, music, and news.

Q.4What is Battery as a Service (BaaS) and how does it work?

The BaaS option lowers the initial vehicle purchase barrier by separating the cost of the vehicle from the battery. The BE 6 SPORTEQ ONE starts at ₹ 11.45 Lakh with BaaS, with the battery usage priced at ₹ 3.75 per km (calculated on an estimated usage of 60 km/day).