Stuck between the Mahindra BE 6 and Kia EV9? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Mahindra BE 6 edges ahead on ARAI range (683 km vs 561 km), and the Mahindra BE 6 undercuts on entry price (₹18.90L vs ₹129.90L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Mahindra BE 6 vs Kia EV9
Mahindra BE 6
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Kia EV9
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Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Mahindra BE 6 | Kia EV9 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,889,999 | ₹12,990,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 59 | 99.8 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 556 | 561 |
| Range real-world (km) | 420 | 440 |
| Motor power (hp) | 228 | 379 |
| Torque (Nm) | 380 | 700 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 200 | 200 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 6.7 | 6 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 140 | 350 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 20 | 24 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 8.7 | 10 |
| Boot space (L) | 455 | 828 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 207 | 179 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Mahindra BE 6
Kia EV9
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Mahindra BE 6 if you want longer real-world range and lower entry price. Pick the Kia EV9 if you value faster DC charging.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the BE 6 at 683 km and the EV9 at 561 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 512 km vs 420 km respectively — the BE 6 edges out by 92 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 Mahindra BE 6 is ~₹111.00L 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 350 kW for the EV9. 10–80% takes 20 min vs 24 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.