Mahindra’s Six New EVs: The INGLO Platform Ushers in a New EV Era
Mahindra & Mahindra is gearing up to launch six electric SUVs between 2024 and 2028, all riding on its new INGLO skateboard platform—developed in collaboration with Volkswagen. This new architecture will power both the XUV.e and BE sub-brands, representing a bold shift in Mahindra’s EV strategy.
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Upcoming EV Lineup & Timeline
Mahindra has revealed the strategic rollout plan:
- XUV.e8 — First EV under XUV brand, launching December 2024, built on INGLO platform.
- XUV.e9 — Coupé-style electric SUV, arriving April 2025, featuring panoramic roof and ADAS safety.
- BE.05 — First BE brand electric SUV, set for October 2025 launch. Compact, sporty design with ~60 kWh range and up to 335 PS AWD.
- BE.07 — Family-oriented full-sized EV with multi-sensory cabin, launching October 2026.
- BE.09 — Grand-tourer style electric SUV slated beyond 2026. Still teasered.
Platform & Tech: INGLO at the Core
The heart of this EV push is the INGLO platform, a modular electric skateboard that supports BE and XUV series vehicles. It borrows components from Volkswagen Group’s MEB architecture, enabling scalable wheelbase configurations and AWD capability. INGLO supports both Blade and prismatic lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, offers ultra-fast 20–80% charging in ~20 minutes, and includes Over-the-Air (OTA) updates and 5G-enabled centralized computing.
Comparison Table: Key Specs of First Three Models
| Model | Launch | Battery Options | Power (PS) | AWD Option | ARAI Range |
| XUV.e8 | Dec 2024 | ~60 / ~80 kWh | ~335–389 PS | Yes | 450–500 km |
| XUV.e9 | Apr 2025 | ~60 / ~80 kWh | ~228–282 PS | Likely | ~550–650 km |
Why This EV Push Matters
Mahindra aims for EVs to account for 20–30% of its SUV sales by 2027. Accordingly, the INGLO-based EVs span compact to premium SUVs, targeting competitors like Tata, Hyundai, and MG. Recently launched models like BE 6 and XEV 9e paved the way with modern tech, long ranges, and a brief lead time from unveil to deliveries.
Ultimately, this strategy positions Mahindra as a serious EV contender. The upcoming August 15, 2025 Independence Day event is expected to unveil a brand-new ‘Nu’ multi-energy platform that supports ICE, hybrid, and electric vehicles equally—further expanding its mobility portfolio.
Final Verdict
Mahindra’s INGLO-based EV lineup marks the beginning of a new chapter in Indian electric mobility. From the practical XUV.e8 to the premium XEV 9e and BE.05, the brand now offers cutting-edge features, longer ranges, and multiple drive modes. While pricing plans remain tiered—beginning at ₹18.9 lakh for BE.05 and ₹21.9 lakh for XEV 9e—it balances ambition with accessibility. Mahindra’s upcoming “Nu” platform, debuting August 2025, underlines its multi-energy future.
FAQs
A1. Six models: XUV.e8, XUV.e9, BE.05, BE.07, BE.09—and potentially more beyond 2028.
A2. It’s a modular skateboard platform co-developed with VW, enabling fast charging, AWD, OTA updates, and scalable body applications.
A3. BE.05 is due October 2025 with prices starting ~₹24 lakh. XEV 9e debuted early 2025, with starting price ~₹21.9 lakh.
A4. Battery options from 59–79 kWh, power between 228–286 PS, and ARAI ranges up to ~682 km. BE.05 dual-motor AWD trims may reach ~335 PS.
A5. Mahindra plans to debut its new multi-energy “Nu” platform on August 15, 2025. It supports gas, EV, and hybrid vehicles, marking a new mobility architecture.
