The Hyundai Creta Electric’s base-spec Executive variant is INR 91,000 more affordable than the Pack One trim of the BE 6. Moreover, the Creta Electric’s fully loaded Excellence LR variant is Rs 3.40 lakh more affordable than the BE 6 Pack Three trim with the bigger battery pack.
Do note that the BE 6 gets a much larger 79 kWh battery as opposed to the Creta Electric’s 51.4 KWh battery pack. That’s a disadvantage and if we are honest, not fair in this comparison for the Creta Electric, but It must be noted that Mahindra has confirmed that the BE 6 will get the smaller 59 kWh battery pack in the future, which will even things out.
Dimensions
| Dimensions | Hyundai Creta Electric | Mahindra BE 6 | Difference |
| Length | 4340 mm | 4371 mm | (-31 mm) |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1907 mm | (- 180 mm) |
| Height | 1655 mm | 1627 mm | + 28 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2775 mm | (- 165 mm) |
| Ground clearance | 200 mm | 207 mm | (- 7 mm) |
| Frunk (Storage space under bonnet) | 22 litres | 45 litres | (- 23 litres) |
| Boot space | 433 litres | 455 litres | (- 22 litres) |
Electric Powertrain Options
| Hyundai Creta Electric | Mahindra BE 6 | |||
| Battery Pack | 42 kWh | 51.4 kWh | 59 kWh | 79 kWh |
| No. of electric motor | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Power | 135 PS | 171 PS | 231 PS | 286 PS |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Claimed Range | 390 km | 473 km | 557 km | 683 km |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
Features
| Features | Hyundai Creta Electric | Mahindra BE 6 |
| Exterior | Auto LED headlights with escort functionConnected LED DRLsConnected LED tail lights17-inch aerodynamically designed alloy wheelsActive air flaps | Auto LED projector headlightsC-shaped LED DRLs LED tail lights with animationsLED fog lightsFlush-type door handles19- or 20-inch aerodynamically designed alloy wheels |
| Interior | Gray and navy blue dual-tone interiorLeatherette seat upholsteryLeatherette-wrapped steering wheelHeight-adjustable headrests for all seats60:40 split-folding rear seat with 2-step recline functionRear parcel tray3-spoke steering wheelFront armrest with cooled storage spaceRear centre armrest with cupholdersLED boot lampSunglass holderRear window sunshade | Dual-tone interior themeLeatherette+fabric seat upholsteryAmbient lighting2-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated BE logoFront and rear centre armrest |
| Comfort and Convenience | 10.25-inch driver’s displayAuto-dimming inside rearview mirror (IRVM)Dual-zone auto AC with rear ventsDrive modes: Eco, Normal and SportPaddle shifters for regenerative braking levelsPush button start/stopElectrically adjustable ORVMs with auto fold functionWireless phone chargerType-C USB charger for front and rear passengers12V power outlet for front passengersAll four power windowsVentilated front seats8-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory function8-way electrically adjustable co-driver’s seat with boss mode functionAmbient lightingPanoramic sunroofVehicle to load (V2L) | 12.3-inch digital driver’s displaySelfie cameraDual-zone AC with rear ventsVentilated front seatsAugmented reality-based heads-up displayDual wireless phone chargerPanoramic glass roof with illuminationMulti-drive modesNFC keycard (optional)6-way powered driver’s seat with memory and welcome functionPowered tailgateAuto-dimming inside rearview mirror (IRVM) |
| Infotainment | 10.25-inch touchscreen8-speaker Bose sound systemWired Android Auto and Apple CarPlayConnected car techIn-car payment | 12.3-inch touchscreen16-speaker Harman Kardon sound systemWireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlayConnected car tech |
| Safety | 6 airbags (as standard)Electronic parking brake (EPB) with auto holdElectronic stability control (ESC)Vehicle stability management (VSM)Hill-start assist and hill descent controlTyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)All four disc brakes3-point seatbelts for all seats with seatbelt remindersISOFIX child seat anchoragesBurglar alarmRear defogger360-degree camera with blind spot monitorFront and rear parking sensorsRear wiper and washerLevel 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) | Up to 7 airbags (6 as standard)Electronic parking brake (EPB) with auto holdAutomatic parking assistanceElectronic stability control (ESC)360-degree cameraFront and rear parking sensorsTyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)3-point seat belts for all seats with seatbelt remindersAll four disc brakesISOFIX child seat anchoragesLevel 2+ ADAS |
Verdict
The Hyundai Creta is the best-ever Creta to date in our first-drive experience because it packs in all the goodness of the ICE-powered Creta, including a feature-rich cabin, good dynamics and interior space. It also comes with two battery pack options that will be enough for a short weekend excursion. It is also more affordable than the Mahindra BE 6. So, if you want a no-nonsense EV that is comparatively affordable, you should go for the Hyundai Creta Electric.
On the other hand, the Mahindra BE 6 comes with an aggressive design that will grab a lot of eyeballs. It also comes with bigger battery packs than the Creta EV, both of which have a claimed range of more than 500 km. The BE 6 was also crash-tested by Bharat NCAP recently where it clinched a 5-star safety rating. So, if you are someone who wants an EV with aggressive looks and an amazing range, along with no compromises on the amenities, you should go for the Mahindra BE 6.
