Mahindra recently launched the 2026 BE 6 adding the ‘Sporteq’ moniker and pricing it from Rs 19.45 lakh to Rs 26.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Along with a new name, Mahindra has also introduced some updates to the midsize electric SUV to keep it modern in the segment. Here’s a detailed list of these updates:
New 70kWh battery pack
New battery pack offers 651km range and is mated to a 245hp rear motor
The 2026 Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq gets a new 70kWh battery pack in addition to the previously available 59kWh and 79kWh batteries. This new 70kWh battery offers an ARAI-claimed range of 651km and a rear-axle-mounted electric motor that produces 245hp and 360Nm. It supports 7.2kW AC, 11.2kW AC and 160kW DC chargers. With the DC fast charger, a 20-80 percent top-up can be achieved in a claimed 20 minutes.
Mahindra is offering the 70kWh battery with the Three and Three+ trims, priced at Rs 22.95 lakh and Rs 23.95 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom).
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Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) scheme
Battery rental scheme lowers the 59kWh battery variants’ upfront cost by Rs 8 lakh
Mahindra has also introduced a battery-as-a-service (BaaS) scheme with the BE 6 Sporteq, which is a first for the brand. However, the BaaS scheme is offered only with the 59kWh battery pack available in the One and Two trims. The battery rental scheme essentially lowers the BE 6’s upfront price by Rs 8 lakh but involves a monthly subscription fee for the battery. Here are the details:
Notes: The BaaS scheme requires a minimum monthly payment of Rs 6,750. It is calculated assuming 60km per day usage and an 8-year battery loan, as per Mahindra’s terms and conditions. The price difference calculated above is based on the initial price and excludes the BaaS scheme’s battery subscription charges.
Triple-screen setup on dashboard
Offers an additional third screen for the front passenger now
The 2026 update also brought a major redesign to the BE 6’s dashboard, which now houses an additional 12.30-inch screen for the front passenger, along with the similarly sized digital driver’s display and touchscreen infotainment system. The new front passenger display has also removed the halo-like design element connecting the dashboard to the centre console, allowing the addition of two cup holders on the centre console, something that was sorely missing on the older model.
Except for the base-spec One and the sportier Formula E editions, all trims of the BE 6 Sporteq come with this triple-screen setup.
Redesigned Formula E Edition
The 2026 Formula E Freedom Edition looks nothing like the older Formula E Edition
With the 2026 update, Mahindra has also revamped the Formula E Edition’s exterior. Unlike the previous Formula E Edition, whose fascia differed from the standard model thanks to circular LED headlights and a revised bumper, the 2026 Formula E Freedom Edition gets the same design as the standard BE 6 Sporteq but with some Formula E badges and FIA decals. Notably, the Formula E Freedom Edition is offered with the older model’s dual-screen dashboard and a halo design element for a sporty appeal.
Mahindra is offering the 2026 Formula E Freedom Edition with the Three and Four trims, priced at Rs 24.45 lakh and Rs 26.95 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom).
Fresh exterior and interior colours
Both the standard BE 6 Sporteq and Formula E Freedom Edition get new colour themes
The 2026 Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq is being offered with fresh exterior and interior colour options. There’s a new Ruby Velvet exterior shade and a new Racing Tan and Black interior theme for the Two, Three, Three+ and Four trims. The base-spec One is offered with the same Sage Green and Grey theme as before. A Sporteq Launch Edition, based on the fully loaded Four trim, is also available, offering a new Graphite Storm exterior paint and Racing Tan interior theme.
The 2026 BE 6 Formula E Freedom Edition is offered with a new Rosso Impulso paint, but the all-black interior with orange contrast elements is the same as the outgoing model’s.
New ‘TEQ’ suite
The suite enables Gemini-based interactions, unlocks additional drive modes and Revive functionalities
Another addition to the BE 6 Sporteq is the new ‘TEQ’ suite, which Mahindra says is designed to make the vehicle more intuitive, engaging, secure and responsive to individual customer needs. At its core is a Gemini-based AI conversation assistant that allows natural voice interactions for functions such as vehicle controls, navigation and music. The suite also introduces a Karaoke mode, along with support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Audio.
The TEQ suite also adds several performance and convenience features, including Custom Drive Mode, Drift Mode and an acceleration boost mode for the Formula E Freedom Edition, which enables a claimed 0-100kph time of 6.44 seconds. It also includes Revive and Revive SOS, which can provide additional range even after the battery has run out. Another new feature is ‘TEQ_xting’, which lets owners display personalised messages on the vehicle’s tailgate.
The Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq is priced from Rs 19.45 lakh to Rs 26.95 lakh (ex-showroom), and it rivals the Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Sierra EV, Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara and Toyota Ebella.
Prices are ex-showroom, India, and do not include a wall charger or its installation cost.
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