Mahindra BE.05 spotted once again ahead of its launch. check details

Mahindra BE.05 spotted once again ahead of its launch. check details

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By: HT Auto Desk
, updated on: October 20, 2024, 09:34 am

Expected to be launched in October 2025, the Mahindra BE.05 will be the company's first electric vehicle under the BE moniker. Mahindra BE.

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The Mahindra BE05 will be the automaker's first EV under the BE moniker. (@adityala2000/X)

Indian automaker, Mahindra & Mahindra is preparing to launch several electric vehicles in the coming years. The company intends to offer its EV under two nameplates – XUV and BE monikers. Mahindra XUV e.8 will be the first EV to be introduced under this scheme. Meanwhile, the first electric vehicle under the BE nameplate will be the BE.05. Mahindra has called the BE.05 a sports electric vehicle (SEV) and it will be launched in October 2025. The electric SEV was recently spotted on Indian roads. Camouflage.

The overall design of the production spec Mahindra BE.05 appears to be similar to the concept version shown a few years ago. However, there are some differences between the production models. It appears to have smaller alloy wheels with thick sidewall tires for better compatibility with Indian road conditions. Additionally, spy shots reveal proper outside rearview mirrors and wipers, which were missing from the concept version.

Also read: Mahindra BE.05 spotted again, what does it tell about the upcoming electric SUV

Mahindra BE.05 will be based on the INGLO platform. The same platform will also be used for other electric vehicles manufactured by Mahindra. The Mahindra BE.05 electric coupe SUV will have a length of 4,370 mm, width of 1,900 mm and a height of 1,635 mm. The wheelbase will be 2,775 mm.

Mahindra Anglo Platform

Mahindra's INGLO is a scalable platform that can support vehicles between 4.3 meters to 5 metres. The company has placed the wheels at the corners while the battery pack is housed in the floorboard. The floor will be flat which means three people sitting on the rear bench will be able to travel comfortably.

The platform can house battery packs with capacities between 60 kWh and 80 kWh. The battery pack is compatible with Blade batteries as well as Prismatic battery packs. These batteries can charge at speeds up to 175 kWh, so a 0-80 percent battery can be charged in less than 30 minutes.

Also Read: Mahindra unveils five electric SUVs based on new INGLO EV platform

Apart from the company's future electric models, the INGLO platform will underpin the Mahindra BE.05. Measuring 4,370 mm in length, 1,900 mm in width and 1,635 mm high, this coupe-style electric SUV will have a wheelbase of 2,775 mm.

INGLO supports vehicle lengths from 4.3 to 5 metres. It has wheels at the corners and a flat battery pack in the floorboard, supporting ample legroom for rear seat passengers. The platform supports 60-80 kWh batteries, which is compatible with both Blade and Prismatic battery packs. The batteries go from 0-80 percent charged in less than 30 minutes through fast charging of up to 175 kW.

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First publication date: 20 October 2024, 09:34 AM IST

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Keep your budget ready, Kia will launch a new electric car in India, the range will be more than 500 kilometers.

Keep your budget ready, Kia will launch a new electric car in India, the range will be more than 500 kilometers.

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New Delhi. In the last few years, the demand for electric cars (EV) has increased rapidly among Indian customers. However, currently Tata Motors continues to dominate this segment. Tata Motors has a market share of around 65%, which is a major part of the total electric cars sold in India.

Seeing the popularity of electric cars, Kia India is also preparing to strengthen its hold in this segment. The company aims to achieve annual sales of 4 lakh units in India by the year 2030. Under this plan, Kia India is going to launch a new electric car in the first half of 2025, which could be Kia Carens EV.

Carens EV may be launched
Kia Carens EV is expected to be launched in the second half of next year i.e. 2025. According to media reports, this car can provide a driving range of more than 500 kilometers on a single charge. Apart from this, the Kia Carens EV will have a fully digital instrument console, automatic climate control, ventilated seats, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Security Features
In terms of safety, features like 6-airbags and level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) will be included in Kia Carens EV. Apart from this, the car will also have a panoramic sunroof, which will give it a premium touch.

Kia's new compact SUV
Kia India is also developing a new compact SUV, which may be named Kia Syros. This SUV will be placed above the Sonet in the company's lineup and will target customers who want a slightly larger and more premium option than the Sonet.

New models like Kia Carens EV and Sciros are expected to further strengthen Kia's hold in the Indian market and further improve its position in the electric vehicle segment.

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FIRST PUBLISHED: October 7, 2024, 08:27 IST

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Tata Punch EV Expected Price – With Logic | V3Cars

Tata Punch EV Expected Price – With Logic | V3Cars

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In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom price range of the new Punch EV 2023 — Tata’s upcoming electric SUV in the B1 segment. It will compete with other affordable electric cars like the MG Comet EV, Citroen eC3, Tata Tigor EV and Tata Tiago EV. We’ll explain the logic behind the expected price along with the reasons to support our estimations. As and when we get more information affecting our Tata Punch EV price estimations, we’ll update this article to accommodate new findings.

New Tata Punch EV 2023 — Battery Pack, Motor

Here’s a look at the specs of the affordable electric cars currently on sale in India:

AFFORDABLE ELECTRIC CARS

SPECS COMPARISON
 

eC3

Tiago EV MR

Tiago EV LR

Tigor EV

Comet EV

Power

57PS

61PS

75PS

75PS

42PS

Torque

143Nm

110Nm

114Nm

170Nm

110Nm

Battery

29.2kWh

19.2kWh

24kWh

26kWh

17.3kWh

Range

320km

250km

314km

315km

230km

Efficiency

10.96kmpu

13.02kmpu

13.08kmpu

12.11kmpu

13.30kmpu

Since the Punch and the Tigor share the petrol powertrain options, we should expect the Punch EV and Tigor EV to also have similar specs. That means a power output of 75PS and a torque figure of 170Nm.

In terms of range, the heavy kerb weight of the Punch EV could also impact its efficiency. Tata have maintained a range of at least 300km with all of their electric cars. The Tiago EV medium-range is the only exception and even in this car’s case, there’s an option of long range with 314km of range.

Assuming that the Punch EV gives a range of 310 – 320km with an efficiency of 11.5kmpu, it should get a 27 – 28kWh battery pack. 1-2kWh of extra battery should help it cope with the slightly higher kerb weight and a less aerodynamic body style.

Also Read: Is Tata Nexon 2023 A Facelift Or A New Generation Car?

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Petrol Vs Electric — Price Comparison

The jump from a comparable petrol car to electric costs around Rs. 4.0 lakh in the case of the Tiago. For the Tigor, the jump from petrol-automatic to EV is around Rs. 4.80 lakh. For the Comet EV, we don’t have a petrol-automatic version to form a baseline.

However, in the case of the Citroen C3, the jump from 1.2L normal petrol to electric powertrain will cost you around Rs. 3.50 lakh. Please note that the petrol C3 doesn’t get an automatic transmission. The eC3 will work just like an automatic as it doesn’t need gear changes. Once you factor the cost of an affordable AMT automatic, you’ll get a tentative price jump of Rs. 4.0 lakh for the eC3.

AFFORDABLE ELECTRIC CARS

PRICE RANGE COMPARISON
 

eC3

Tiago EV MR

Tiago EV LR

Tigor EV

Comet EV

Price

Rs. 11.5 – 12.43 lakh

Rs. 8.69 – 9.29 lakh

Rs. 10.24 – 12.04 lakh

Rs. 12.50 – 13.75 lakh

Rs. 7.98 – 9.98 lakh

Tata Punch EV — Expected Price Summary

Assuming that the Punch electric won’t get a barebones base variant, we should expect the Punch EV to start with a variant comparable with the Punch Adventure. With an estimated Rs. 4.0 lakh price jump for the electric powertrain over the petrol-automatic, we end up with an estimated starting price of Rs. 11.50 lakh for the Punch EV.

On the higher side, it could stretch up to Rs. 14.0 lakh, which is about Rs. 4.0 lakh more than the Creative Flagship automatic. A price range of Rs. 11.50 lakh to Rs. 14.0 lakh will put it squarely in competition with the Citroen eC3.

They’re both affordable SUV/crossover options but the Citroen C3 is a larger car than the Punch. Meanwhile, the Punch EV is likely to have a higher ground clearance to justify the SUV tag and make up for the smaller dimensions. The eC3 has a ground clearance of 170mm.

Please note that we’re expecting the Punch EV to maintain the status quo of costing around Rs. 4.0 lakh more than the comparable petrol-automatic variant. Even in the case of the Nexon petrol-automatic and Nexon EV Prime, the price gap is around Rs. 4.0 lakh only.

With our price estimates, the Punch EV will plug the gap between the Tigor EV and the Nexon EV Prime in Tata’s electric vehicle portfolio. Meanwhile, an SUV body style should make it quite popular too. In my opinion, Rs. 15.0 lakh (on-road) for a car the size of Punch is quite a lot of money. Moreover, even on the cost savings side, the equation is likely to remain just as absurd. With fuel cost savings, EVs currently take around 1,00,000km to recover the higher cost you’re paying upfront.

Also Read: 2023 Tata Nexon (Facelift) – 10 Features & Updates (Expected)

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