Mahindra has launched the XEV 9S, an electric 7-seater SUV built on the INGLO platform, with prices starting at INR 1.99 million (ex-showroom).  The XEV 9S is powered by MAIA, described as India’s fastest automotive mind.

The EV comes with a 70 kWh battery, delivering a power of 180 kW and 380 Nm of torque. It offers a claimed real-world range of 500 km from its LFP battery, which comes with a Lifetime Warranty. The SUV is stated to be the fastest 7-seater in its class, reaching zero to 100 kmph in 7.0 seconds, with a 202 kmph top speed.

The fully-loaded Pack Three Above 79 kWh variant is priced at INR 2.94 million ex-showroom with bookings open on 14 January 2026 and deliveries starting on 23 January 2026.

R Velusamy, President - Automotive Business, Mahindra & Mahindra and Managing Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile, said, “We have always believed that technology is meaningful only when it expands human possibility. The XEV 9S built on the INGLO electric origin platform does exactly that by creatin space – more than anyone else and gives a smooth and noise free ride. THE MAIA brain enables many of its high-tech features, making it the most advanced offering for its price.”

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, Chief Executive Officer - Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra and Executive Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile, said, “The future of Indian mobility will belong to brands that don’t just electrify vehicles, but reimagine categories. With the XEV 9S, we’re not just playing in the EV segment, we’re expanding it. This SUV signals the start of a BIG new electric era for Mahindra - one built on scale, on purpose, and on a deep understanding of how India moves. The attractive prices starting at ₹ 19.95 Lakh make a very high-tech product accessible, with bookings opening on Jan 14 and deliveries start on Jan 23.”

The XEV 9S is an expression of Mahindra’s Heartcore Design philosophy, featuring a stance, lines, a gloss finish and interiors. The vehicle is designed to be silent on wheels.

Key highlights include:

• Space: Offers 4,076-litre of cabin space (for front and second row), boot space up to 527-litre and 150-litre of Frunk space. The third-row features 50:50 split seats.
• Suspension: Features Intelligent Adaptive dampers with i-Link at the front and 5-Link independent suspension at the rear.
• Driver Aids: Includes L2+ ADAS with five Radars and one Vision Camera, Driver Drowsiness Detection with DOMS (Eyedentity) and Secure360 Pro for live view and recording.
• Interior Comfort: Features Powered Boss Mode, ventilated second row seats, recline and sliding adjustment, sunshade for second row windows, Acoustic ‘Laminated’ Glass and wireless phone charging.
• Technology: Equipped with Brake by Wire with IEB, High Power Steering with VGR, VisionX – AR HUD, AutoPark Assist, and 140 features including Digital Key, NFC and Charge Scheduler.
• Entertainment: Includes a 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Audio system with Dolby Atmos, three 31.24 cm screens, 5G Connectivity and Fun & Work Apps.
• Efficiency: Running costs are INR 1.2 per km, with maintenance costs of INR 40 paise per kilometre and negligible road tax. Business owners benefit from 40 percent depreciation.

Pratap Bose, Chief Design & Creative Officer - Auto & Farm Sectors, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “Designing the XEV 9S wasn’t about adding lines to a surface, it was about shaping a feeling. We wanted it to feel like stepping into a personal sanctuary, yet one that carries the pulse of modern India. Electric gave us the canvas; INGLO gave us the freedom to sculpt light, space and comfort. The result is an SUV that wears its size with grace and its technology with humility. It’s expressive, it’s calm, and it’s unmistakably Mahindra - built for a nation whose aspirations are only getting bigger.”

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Mahindra has launched the BE 6 Formula E Edition, an electric SUV designed to reflect the country's growing interest in motorsport. The company, which is the only Indian team to win on the global Formula E grid, states the edition channels its racing legacy into a road vehicle.

The BE 6 Formula E Edition aims to bring the experience of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship to city streets. It can accelerate from zero to 100 kmph in 6.7 seconds, top speed of 202 kmph, 282 bhp (210 kW) power from a 78 kWh battery. It comes with a claimed real-world range of 500km.

The SUV features design elements inspired by the racetrack. On the outside, it gets a new front bumper with circular projector headlamps, gloss black bezel finish and orange accents. It can be had in four colour options: Everest White, Firestorm Orange, Tango Red and Stealth Black. It has R20 alloy wheels, Firestorm Orange-coloured brake callipers and a rear boot lip and roof spoilers. Formula E branding and decals are placed on the body and glass roof.

On the inside, it features Firestorm Orange-themed interiors, including accents on the steering wheel, in-touch controller, electronic parking brake and start/stop button. It includes a Formula E logo on the passenger dashboard panel and seats, FIA branding on seat belts and custom Formula E-inspired startup animation and engine sounds.

R Velusamy, President - Automotive Business, Mahindra & Mahindra and Managing Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile, said, “Our customers conveyed a compelling message, the BE 6 doesn’t just look futuristic, but it also evokes the sensation of being in a racing cockpit once they step inside. They love that it screams electric, unapologetically. We built the Formula E Edition by listening to that energy. Racing is no longer a niche in India; it’s becoming a lifestyle statement. With this edition, we’ve channelled that cultural shift into a machine that celebrates electric performance the Mahindra way - bold, emotional, and proudly made in India.”

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO - Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra and Executive Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile, said, “Motorsport is India’s new young passion. And no Indian brand has lived this journey more authentically than Mahindra. With the BE 6 Formula E Edition, we are bringing this racing spirit to the street. It’s bold, electric, defiant - and unmistakably Indian.”

Pratap Bose, Chief Design & Creative Officer - Auto & Farm Sectors, Mahindra & Mahindra said, “Every accent, every surface, every shadow on this BE 6 Formula E Edition was designed with motorsport intensity. This SUV doesn’t whisper racing - it shouts it. This edition is a celebration of India’s rising motorsport culture and Mahindra’s racing lineage.”

Mahindra has also announced Kush Maini, a Bengaluru-born racer and FIA Formula 2 race winner, as the face of Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs.

Kush Maini, said: “India is falling in love with motorsport, and it’s amazing to see the rise of Formula E fandom. The BE 6 Formula E Edition brings that thrill, that energy, that boldness to Indian roads. It’s the perfect bridge from race to road.”

What’s more, Mahindra also unveiled the BE 6 Formula E Edition Ride-On, a toddler car priced at INR 18,000, available from April 2026.

The first 999 customers of the BE 6 Formula E Edition are guaranteed gifts, including a track-day experience with Kush Maini, a Collector’s Box with Mahindra Racing memorabilia and having their first name appear on the Mahindra Racing Car at the London E-Prix. Three lucky winners will receive tickets and paddock access to the London E-Prix in August 2026, including a meet and greet.

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Pune-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major Bajaj Auto has marked its entry into the e-rickshaw category with the launch of the Bajaj Riki.

The company noted that while demand for last-mile mobility is increasing, the e-rickshaw sector remains unorganised and faces issues with reliability, durability and safety. Bajaj Riki is designed to address these gaps.

The vehicle offers features intended to enhance driver earnings and passenger experience. It comes with a claimed range of 149 km (P4005 model). Monocoque chassis for rigidity and stability, while hydraulic braking offers better safety. It features independent suspension to improve comfort and stability. The e-3W can be fast charged in 4.5 hours and comes with a 3-year battery warranty.

Samardeep Subandh, President, Intra-City Business Unit, Bajaj Auto, said, “Riki brings Bajaj Auto’s trusted 3W engineering and dependability into the electric rickshaw segment at a time when drivers and passengers need dependable solutions. We’ve brought the best for the industry, the longest range, a monocoque chassis, independent suspension, and hydraulic brakes. Riki is engineered to increase driver earnings, enhance passenger safety and comfort and deliver the reliability India’s last-mile ecosystem has waited for.”

The Bajaj Riki is available in both passenger and cargo versions:

Passenger Model (Riki P4005): The first model in the P40 series, featuring a 5.4 kWh battery and is priced at INR 190,890 (ex-showroom). The Cargo Model (Riki C4005) comes with a certified range of 164 km, a larger tray and 28 percent gradability for operation on slopes. It is priced at INR 200,876 (ex-showroom).

Bajaj Auto stated that the Riki has been successfully piloted in Patna, Moradabad, Guwahati and Raipur, and will now expand to over 100 towns across UP, Bihar, MP, Chhattisgarh and Assam in Phase 1.

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Mumbai-headquartered automotive major Mahindra has inaugurated its new Charge_IN ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging network, which consists solely of 180 kW chargers.

The company aims to set up 1,000 charging points across 250 stations by the end of 2027.

The first two Charge_IN stations have already been opened at Hoskote on the Bengaluru – Chennai highway (NH 75) and Murthal on NH44, near Delhi. Both sites include two ultra-fast chargers, capable of charging four EVs at once.

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, Chief Executive Officer - Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra and Executive Director, Mahindra Electric Automobile, said, “Electric mobility is about driving a larger shift towards cleaner, sustainable transportation. XEV 9e and BE 6, with their impressive 500 km real-world range, ensure drivers feel confident on long journeys. Meanwhile, with our ultrafast charging network by Charge_IN we will be creating an open and accessible network for all EV users. Our aim is to make long-distance travel with an electric vehicle effortless and reliable like conventional driving, thereby building customer confidence and accelerating India's transition to electric mobility.”

The 180 kW dual gun chargers can charge Mahindra's eSUV portfolio (XEV 9e, BE 6, and the upcoming XEV 9S) from 20 to 80 percent in 20 minutes. These charging stations will be positioned along major highway corridors and near customer traffic points, co-located with wayside amenities like restaurants and cafes.

Mahindra EV owners can use the Me4U app to discover, charge and pay. Through this app, customers currently access approximately 34,000 public charging points from various operators.

Non-Mahindra EV users can access the stations via the ‘Charge_IN by Mahindra’ app and through other leading aggregator platforms.

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At the Agrovision 2025 exhibition in Nagpur, Mahindra & Mahindra, the world’s leading tractor manufacturer by volume, presented a series of pioneering alternative fuel technologies, signalling a major shift towards sustainable farm mechanisation. The event was attended by prominent government figures, including Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Shivraj Singh Chouhan, underscoring the national importance of these agricultural innovations.

The showcased technologies, developed at the company’s Mahindra Research Valley in Chennai, highlight a strategic commitment to reducing emissions and lowering operating costs for farmers. One prominent innovation is a tractor based on the Yuvo Tech+ platform, engineered to operate on either Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Compressed Biogas (CBG), as well as in a dual-fuel mode combining diesel with CNG. This provides a practical and cleaner alternative to conventional diesel.

Further advancing its portfolio, Mahindra unveiled an Ethanol Flex Fuel engine. This power unit is designed for flexibility, capable of running on ethanol produced from a variety of farm-sourced materials such as sugarcane, maize and crop waste. This not only offers a sustainable fuel alternative but also creates potential new revenue streams for the agricultural community.

Completing the trio of new technologies was an Electric Tractor built upon Mahindra’s global OJA platform. This model promises significantly reduced operating expenses while delivering instant torque and enhanced efficiency. Its design includes the convenience of fast-charging capabilities, addressing the need for practicality in daily farm operations.

Beyond these alternative fuel prototypes, Mahindra also displayed its comprehensive lineup of conventional, fuel-efficient diesel tractors and farm implements from both the Mahindra and Swaraj brands. This collective display positions Mahindra at the forefront of the industry's move towards a net-zero future. By investing in a diverse range of solutions including electric, biogas and ethanol technologies, the company is championing a sustainable and economically viable pathway for Indian agriculture, aiming to make farming both more profitable and environmentally responsible.

Veejay Nakra – President, Farm Equipment Business, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said, “Mahindra is committed to leading India’s shift to alternate fuel technologies and driving cleaner, smarter and sustainable farming solutions. Our presence at Agrovision 2025 underscores this commitment as we showcase innovative tractors and technologies that will shape the future of Indian agriculture, aligned with the Government of India’s vision towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.”

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