Comparing the Mahindra BE 6 and the BMW iX1 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra BE 6 is available at ₹1,869,000, while the BMW iX1 is priced at ₹6,699,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra BE 6 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW iX1's N/A (Electric), producing 228 bhp (Single RWD) / 340 bhp (Dual AWD) and 313 bhp (xDrive30) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | LFP / NMC Battery (IP67) | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Single or Dual) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed |
| Power | 228 bhp (Single RWD) / 340 bhp (Dual AWD) | 313 bhp (xDrive30) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 380 Nm (Single) / 620 Nm (Dual) | 494 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 59 kWh / 79 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) |
| Range | 535 km (79 kWh - ARAI) | 440 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - Adaptive Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 490 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 2610 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 194 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1925 kg | 2060 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4371 mm / 1907 mm / 1627 mm | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2692 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2 | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen + Head-Up Display | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette / Leather | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R20 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Everest WhiteStealth BlackFirestorm OrangeDesert MystDesert Myst SatinEverest White SatinTango RedDeep Forest | Mineral WhiteM Carbon BlackNight Dusk BlueSkyscraper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
