Stuck between the Tata Nexon EV and Mahindra BE 6? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Mahindra BE 6 edges ahead on ARAI range (683 km vs 489 km), and the Tata Nexon EV undercuts on entry price (₹12.49L vs ₹18.90L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Tata Nexon EV vs Mahindra BE 6
Tata Nexon EV
SUV
Mahindra BE 6
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Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Tata Nexon EV | Mahindra BE 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,249,000 | ₹1,889,999 |
| Battery (kWh) | 30 | 59 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 275 | 556 |
| Range real-world (km) | 210 | 420 |
| Motor power (hp) | 127 | 228 |
| Torque (Nm) | 215 | 380 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 120 | 200 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 10.5 | 6.7 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 50 | 140 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 56 | 20 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 6 | 8.7 |
| Boot space (L) | 350 | 455 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 190 | 207 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Tata Nexon EV
Mahindra BE 6
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Tata Nexon EV if you want lower entry price. Pick the Mahindra BE 6 if you value longer real-world range and faster DC charging.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the Nexon EV at 489 km and the BE 6 at 683 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 366 km vs 512 km respectively — the BE 6 edges out by 146 km in mixed city + highway driving.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?
Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The Tata Nexon EV is ~₹6.41L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.
Which is faster to charge?
Peak DC rate is 70 kW for the Nexon EV vs 175 kW for the BE 6. 10–80% takes 40 min vs 20 min — the BE 6 is faster on a long highway stop.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.