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Mahindra Unveils Five New EVs Under Two Brands

Team Nepal Drives 2022-08-15

Mahindra & Mahindra, has unveiled its new state-of-the-art INGLO EV platform and five e-SUVs under two EV brands showcasing its vision for the future of electric mobility.

The Indian carmaker unveiled two new brands, created specifically to house the company’s EV portfolio – Iconic brand XUV with the Twin Peak logo in Copper and the all-new electric-only brand called BE.

The vision of these two brands has been showcased via five e-SUVs: the XUV.e8, XUV.e9, BE.05, BE.07, and BE.09. The first four of these are to be launched between 2024 and 2026. These five new electric SUVs based on Mahindra’s modular INGLO platform use Volkswagen’s MEB platform components.

Mahindra’s new INGLO platform will underpin all the Mahindra EVs going forward. The purpose-built platform will pack intuitive, intelligent and immersive innovations that will serve as the backbone of the Mahindra EV architecture.

INGLO offers class-leading safety standards, exhilarating performance, excellent range and efficiency, exemplary driving dynamics, versatility and intelligent Human Machine Interface (HMI), says Mahindra. The platform also delivers a multi-sensorial driving experience with a futuristic, augmented reality-enabled heads-up display, edge-to-edge screen, 5G network capability, and Over-The-Air updates that will keep the EVs as good as new. Other than the versatility of INGLO, it also offers a significant reduction in underbody weight, leading to one of the lightest skateboards.

Mahindra electric vehicles will follow a common battery pack design with lean modules and standardised cell-to-pack technology using two different cutting-edge cell architectures – Blade and Prismatic. Offered with options ranging from 60-80 kWhr battery capacity, protected for an incredible 175 kW fast-charge and charging up to 80% in less than 30 minutes. The intelligent and efficient Battery Management System with high precision, enhanced robustness and functional safety will deliver improved range, longevity and safety. Its high number of charge-discharge cycles coupled with a long lifespan will also help reduce waste

A compact all-in-one electric engine with motor-inverter-transmission integrated into a single unit forms the powertrain, offered with both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, developing a remarkable 170-210 kW and a whopping 250-290 kW respectively. Standstill to 100 kmph is promised in between 5 and 6 seconds.

The new Mahindra electric SUVs are designed to meet the highest vehicle safety norms and utmost safety for batteries such as GNCAP and not just limited to regulatory compliance. All the e-SUVs will come with a structural cage around the passenger cabin specially designed for reduced passenger injury. The frontal design of the Body-In-White is enhanced with three load paths and a multi-piece dash panel with reinforcement and very importantly-excellent battery protection is ensured by ultra-high-strength boron steel. The new e-SUVs are tested at the world’s largest battery development and testing centre. With 5 Radars-1 Vision ADAS architecture, INGLO is futureproofed up to L2+ autonomy.

The exceptional performance is matched with an efficient powertrain and high-voltage systems. The powertrain is optimised to offer a class-leading range, with the added advantage of an intelligent electronic brake system that offers best-in-class recuperation potential. A best-in-class semi-active suspension system provides not only excellent ride comfort but also enhanced handling and an immersive sporty drive experience.

XUV.e8

Launch: December 2024
Platform: INGLO
Dimensions: L x W x H: 4740 x 1900 x 1760 mm | Wheelbase 2762 mm