Mahindra has kicked off a major new chapter in India’s EV and motorsport landscape with the unveiling of the BE 6 Formula E Edition, a special-edition eSUV inspired by the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
Priced at ₹23.69 lakh, this is the first SUV globally to carry a full Formula E design identity.
Bookings open 14 January 2026, with deliveries scheduled from 14 February 2026. A second variant, the BE 6 Formula E FE3, will be available with additional features at ₹24.49 lakh.
Racing Culture Meets Road-Ready EV
The launch comes at a time when Formula racing viewership is booming in India.
Mahindra, the country’s earliest motorsport pioneer and the only Indian team to win on the Formula E grid, is positioning the BE 6 Formula E Edition as a bridge between motorsport fandom and everyday mobility.
The SUV carries a sharp, race-inspired identity: new signature bumpers, Firestorm Orange accents, aero-styled claddings, signature R20 alloy wheels, and Formula E branding across exterior panels.
Inside, the cabin uses vibrant Firestorm Orange themes, FIA-branded seat belts, dynamic soundscapes, and custom startup animations inspired by race cars.
BE 6 Formula E Edition Performance Figures with Motorsport Intent
Under the hood, the BE 6 Formula E Edition continues the BE 6 platform’s performance focus, now tuned for a more “electric racing” feel.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 202 km/h |
| Power Output | 282 bhp (210 kW) |
| Battery Capacity | 79 kWh |
| Real-World Range | Up to 500 km |
| DC Fast Charging | 20% to 80% in ~20 minutes (180 kW DC charger) |
| Torque Delivery | Race-mode-inspired performance tuning |
Built for India’s New Motorsport Wave
Mahindra executives emphasised that the Formula E Edition wasn’t created as a cosmetic upgrade, but as a response to India’s rapidly growing motorsport identity.
R Velusamy, President – Automotive Business, said the goal was to build a machine that “evokes the sensation of being in a racing cockpit” while remaining unmistakably Indian.
CEO Nalinikanth Gollagunta added that “motorsport is India’s new young passion”, and the BE 6 Formula E Edition is aimed at bringing that spirit to the street.
Chief Designer Pratap Bose described the vehicle as “a celebration of India’s rising motorsport culture”, while brand ambassador Kush Maini, India’s FIA Formula 2 winner, said the SUV brings “the thrill, the boldness, and the energy of Formula E fandom to Indian roads”.
Exclusive Benefits for Early Buyers
The first 999 customers receive a collector’s package that includes:
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A track-day experience at Mahindra’s proving track with Kush Maini
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A Mahindra Racing memorabilia box
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A personalised delivery moment photo/video
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A custom racing number decal (0–99) for their SUV
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Their first name is printed on the Mahindra Racing car competing at the London E-Prix
Three of these customers will win a Grand Prize:
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Tickets and paddock access to the London E-Prix in August 2026
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Meet-and-greet with Mahindra’s Formula E and MADE (Mahindra Advanced Design Europe) team
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A special roof decal
Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition Variants-wise Pricing & Comparison
| FE2 (Base Formula E Edition) | FE3 (Higher Variant) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹23.69 lakh | ₹24.49 lakh |
| Wheels | 19-inch alloy wheels | 20-inch R20 sporty alloy wheels |
| Suspension | Standard suspension setup | Intelligent Adaptive Suspension |
| Motorsport Styling | Yes — full Formula E exterior & interior theme | Yes — same theme + extra cosmetic highlights |
| Exterior Colours | Everest White, Firestorm Orange, Tango Red, Stealth Black | Same colour options |
| Performance | 282 bhp (210 kW), 0–100 in 6.7 sec, 202 km/h top speed | Same as FE2 |
| Battery | 79 kWh battery | Same 79 kWh battery |
| Range (real-world) | ~500 km | Same |
| Charging | 20–80% in 20 min (180 kW DC) | Same |
| Interior Theme | Firestorm Orange Formula-E cockpit styling | Same styling |
| Special Edition Elements | FIA branding, FE badges, racing graphics | Same elements |
| Startup Animation & Sound | Formula E-inspired | Same |
| Brakes | Regular disc brakes with orange callipers | Same |
| Ride Feel | Sporty, firm | More composed due to adaptive suspension |
| Edition Exclusives | Available to the first 999 buyers
(track day, memorabilia, special number decal, name on race car) |
Same benefits |
Recently, Mahindra has also introduced the BE 6 Batman Edition, priced at ₹27.79 lakh, adding a bold new themed variant to its electric SUV lineup.
Expanding the Racing Culture: Ride-On Edition for Kids
Mahindra also announced the BE 6 Formula E Ride-On, a toddler-friendly mini EV modelled on the main SUV.
Priced at ₹18,000 and available from April 2026, it carries aero-styled flares and vibrant race colours, aiming to create “India’s youngest electric enthusiasts.”
A Collectable eSUV for a New Generation
The BE 6 Formula E Edition positions itself as a niche, culture-driven electric SUV for fans who want motorsport styling paired with real-world practicality, a mix of aggressive design, immersive cabin tech, and India’s growing confidence in electric performance.
Mahindra calls it a fusion of “India’s racing heritage and EV ambition bottled into an electric icon.”
