Mahindra BE 6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Specifications Compared

While both electric SUVs are packed with features, the BE 6 boasts more powerful electric motor options and offers premium features that are missing in the Ioniq 5, all at a lower price

We recently got the price for the top-spec Pack Three variant of the Mahindra BE 6 electric SUV, priced at Rs 26.90 lakh. The specifications and feature set of the BE 6 make it a competitor to the Hyundai Ioniq 5, which is nearly twice the price of Mahindra’s electric SUV. Let’s see how the BE 6 compares to the Ioniq 5 in terms of specifications and features on paper.

Dimensions

• The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is 264 mm longer than the BE 6, hence it also has a 225 mm longer wheelbase than Mahindra’s electric SUV.

• However, the BE 6 is 17 mm wider than the Ioniq 5, while both electric SUVs are almost similar in terms of height.

• Both electric SUVs also get a frunk storage, and the Ioniq 5 has 12 litres of extra storage compared to that of the BE 6.

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Battery Pack And Electric Motor

MIDC - Modified Indian Drive Cycle

• Unlike the Ioniq 5, the BE 6 comes with two battery pack options: 59 kWh and 79 kWh. The bigger battery pack offers 51 km of higher claimed range compared to the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

• Both battery packs of the BE 6 are paired to more powerful electric motor options, making up to 69 PS more than the Ioniq 5.

• The Ioniq 5 only comes with a single 72.6 kWh battery pack option, paired with an electric motor which makes 217 PS.

• Both electric SUVs come with rear-wheel-drive (RWD) drivetrains.

Charging Details

• The BE 6 supports two AC charging options: 11 kW and 7.2 KW. The 11 kW AC charger takes 6 hours to rejuvenate the smaller 59 kWh battery pack, and around 8 hours for the bigger 79 kWh battery pack.

• When it comes to fast charging, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 supports up to 350 kW of fast charging which can recharge it from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes. 

Feature Highlights

• Both Mahindra BE 6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are loaded with features. But it’s the BE 6 which offers a better value for money with a more premium feature list at almost half the price of the Ioniq 5.

• The BE 6 comes with a selfie camera, augmented reality-based heads-up display, dual wireless phone charger, and auto park assist, all of which are not being offered with the Ioniq 5.

• However, the BE 6 lacks V2L (vehicle-to-load) charging functionality. It helps to power your external devices using the car's battery pack.

• In terms of safety, both electric SUVs get a 360-degree camera and level 2 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS). The BE 6 however gets 7 airbags in the top-spec trim, whereas the Ioniq 5 gets 6 airbags.

Prices

All prices are ex-showroom

The top-spec Pack Three variant of the BE 6 is Rs 19.15 lakh more affordable than the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

Final Takeaway

From the above comparison, it is clear that the Mahindra BE 6 stands out as the better package, not only because it offers more features, a higher claimed range, and more powerful electric motor options, but also because all of this comes at a significantly lower price. On the other hand, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is also a well-equipped electric SUV, but it is Rs 19.15 lakh more expensive than the BE 6.

The Mahindra BE 6 offers a comfortable ride when cruising on highways and smooth roads, however you might experience some side-to-side movements inside the cabin over the broken roads. The ride quality of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is also on the firmer side due to low-profile tyres, but you will have no complaints about it on smoother roads.

If performance and features are your top priority, you can save a lot of money by going with the Mahindra BE 6. But, if you prefer Ioniq 5’s pixelated design and are convinced with its feature list, it is also worth considering.

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