Stuck between the Mahindra BE 6 and Maruti Suzuki e Vitara? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Mahindra BE 6 edges ahead on ARAI range (683 km vs 500 km), and the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara undercuts on entry price (₹17.50L vs ₹18.90L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Mahindra BE 6 vs Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
Mahindra BE 6
SUV
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
SUV
Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Mahindra BE 6 | Maruti Suzuki e Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,889,999 | ₹1,750,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 59 | 49 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 556 | 500 |
| Range real-world (km) | 420 | 370 |
| Motor power (hp) | 228 | 142 |
| Torque (Nm) | 380 | 193 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 200 | 150 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 6.7 | 8.7 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 140 | 70 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 20 | 45 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 8.7 | 6.5 |
| Boot space (L) | 455 | 378 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 207 | 180 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Mahindra BE 6
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Mahindra BE 6 if you want longer real-world range and faster DC charging. Pick the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara if you value lower entry price.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the BE 6 at 683 km and the e Vitara at 500 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 512 km vs 375 km respectively — the BE 6 edges out by 137 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 Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is ~₹1.40L 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 175 kW for the BE 6 vs 70 kW for the e Vitara. 10–80% takes 20 min vs 45 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.