The Mahindra BE.07 has been spotted testing on Indian roads for the first time, indicating that the electric SUV is now moving into the next stage of development. The model was first shown as a concept back in 2023, and the latest spy photos suggest Mahindra has begun real-world testing of what looks like a production-ready version.
Even though the test vehicle is heavily camouflaged, a few design cues are still noticeable. The SUV appears to have a sharply sloped windshield, LED headlamps, vertically stacked LED daytime running lights, large alloy wheels, blacked-out B-pillars, and flush door handles.
Second Model in the BE Lineup
The Mahindra BE.07 will be the second model under Mahindra’s BE sub-brand. It will also become the fourth “born electric” vehicle from Mahindra & Mahindra, after the Mahindra BE 6, Mahindra XEV 9e, and Mahindra XEV 9S. Mahindra has been gradually building its dedicated EV lineup, and the BE.07 is expected to be an
important addition to that growing range.
Built On INGLO EV Platform
The BE.07 will be mounted on the INGLO platform of Mahindra, designed with the special purpose of electric cars. The SUV will have a length, width, and height of 4,565 mm, 1,900 mm, and 1,660 mm, respectively, with the wheelbase of 2,775 mm. These ratios put it in the mid-size SUV market. Due to the flexibility of the INGLO architecture, Mahindra can apply it to various battery sizes and performance configurations on many variants.
Expected Features And Cabin Layout
The spy photos mainly show the exterior, so interior details are still under wraps. However, the BE.07 is likely to follow the design direction seen in Mahindra’s newer electric models. The cabin is expected to feature a three-screen dashboard layout, along with redesigned seats and a new centre console. Other features likely to be offered include a panoramic sunroof and a head-up display (HUD), which have become common in the company’s latest vehicles.
Battery And Performance Expectations
Mahindra is yet to publish its official technical specifications of BE.07. Nonetheless, the SUV will have identical battery selections as other vehicles constructed on the INGLO platform. This may be 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery packs, which would provide customers with options of range and performance based on the variant. As the road testing currently enters India, it seems that the BE.07 is a step closer to the production process. The electric SUV will come in the following year, with Mahindra still adding to its list of born-electric vehicles.
