The purpose of transmission additives can vary among different products. However, the general idea is that by adding them to your regular transmission fluid, they can improve the efficiency of your car’s functions. Some additives claim to soften and condition old pressure seals, while others promise to stop fluid leaks in the gearbox.
But do these additives actually deliver on their claims? They do, at least temporarily. When initially added to your car, additives can provide a slight improvement in its performance. They can reduce gear slippage, unclog filters, and help reposition gears, among other benefits. However, the problem lies in their longevity. These additives often deteriorate quickly, breaking down under the high heat generated by the gearbox’s components. As a result, you would need to open up the gearbox and add the additives again to maintain their effects. In fact, this can make the task of topping off your fluid more burdensome instead of reducing it.
Despite challenges in the market, Volkswagen Group delivered solid nine-month results. Sales volumes and revenues increased in the third quarter, but profitability fell short of expectations. The company is focusing on implementing its 10-point plan and cross-brand performance programs to improve profitability.
Key highlights from the report:
Robust Results in the First Nine Months
The Group’s operating profit decreased by 7% to 16.2 billion euros, mainly due to negative valuation effects. Adjusted for these effects, the operating profit increased to 18.7 billion euros, with a return on sales of 8.0%.
A significant volume increase in Passenger Cars contributed to the positive results, but production disruptions and higher product costs affected profitability for the Core brand group.
Financial Outlook for Fiscal 2023
Volkswagen AG updated its outlook, expecting deliveries to customers to be between 9 and 9.5 million vehicles. Group sales revenue is expected to be 10 to 15% higher than the previous year.
The company no longer expects to compensate for the effects of negative valuation of hedging transactions by the end of the year, resulting in an operating result for the full year around the previous year’s level.
Electrification Strategy
Deliveries of battery electric vehicles (BEV) increased by 45% in the first nine months. The targeted annual range of 8-10% of total deliveries remains in sight.
Volkswagen-owned battery maker PowerCo and Belgian materials technology group Umicore announced the location for their cathode material manufacturing plant in Nysa, Poland. The partnership aims to produce materials for battery production sufficient for around 2.2 million fully electric vehicles annually by the end of the decade.
Competitive Product Portfolio
The all-electric ID.7 was voted “German Car of the Year 2024”. Volkswagen also unveiled the new generation of the Tiguan and launched pre-sales of the upgraded ID.4 and ID.5.
Audi launched several models in its Q8 family, including the SQ8 e-tron as the new top model of the all-electric SUV and crossover. Porsche increased the hybrid range of the Cayenne series.
Group-wide Performance Programs
All brands within the Group have launched performance programs to strengthen their competitiveness and achieve a long-term operating return on sales of over 10%.
Sustainability
Volkswagen Group published its Responsible Raw Materials Report, focusing on transparency in supply chains. The Group also issued its first Green Hybrid Bond and Green Bond through Volkswagen Leasing GmbH.
Brand Group Results
The Core brand group saw an increase in sales revenues, but profitability was affected by higher product costs and production disruptions. The Progressive brand group and Sport Luxury brand group reported positive results. TRATON and Financial Services divisions also showed growth in sales revenues.
Note: The article contains a summary of Volkswagen Group’s financial results and highlights. Please refer to the original article for complete information.
Sony has made significant changes to the design of the PlayStation 5 console. According to Shurman, the volume of the new PS5 has been reduced by more than 30% and the weight has been reduced by 18% and 24% compared to previous models. The console now features four separate cover panels, with the top portion having a glossy look and the bottom portion remaining matte. The overall design still maintains the recognizable silhouette of the original PS5, but the new model has distinct features that set it apart.
The slimmed-down PlayStation 5 is available in two variations. One version includes a disc drive and is priced at $499.99, while the other version is digital-only and priced at $449.99. A major change made by Sony is that the Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive for PS5 is now modular. This means that users who purchase the digital edition of the console can later separately purchase the disc drive for an additional $79.99. Additionally, both models come with a metal ringed stand for horizontally mounting the slim consoles.
In early 2024, PlayStation will release new console covers, including an all-matte Black colorway and the Deep Earth Collection colors in Volcanic Red, Cobalt Blue, and Sterling Silver. The prices for these PS5 Console Covers will start at $54.99, with more colors to be released later.
Temperatures have been on the chilly facet in West Virginia as Round 11 of the 2023 Progressive Grand National Cross Country Series introduced by Specialized, an AMA National Championship, (GNCC Racing) made its technique to Newburg, West Virginia for the Kanati Tires Buckwheat 100 GNCC.
Craig Delong (Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing) got here via to earn the general win at spherical 11, and now sits with a 23 level lead heading into the finale. Photo: Ken Hill
When the inexperienced flag dropped for the XC1 Open Pro bike begin it was Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Craig Delong who captured the $250 All Balls Racing Holeshot Award. Delong would put collectively a flawless day, main the period of the seven-lap race and capturing his third general win of the 12 months. Delong now sits 23 factors forward within the factors standings because the sequence heads into its finale in two weeks at Ironman Raceway in Crawfordsville, Indiana.
“I came into today with the mindset to win,” mentioned Delong. “I knew that we needed it, and I just put my head down and made it happen. The team and I worked great together today and now we’ve got one round left to seal this championship. We’ll be ready for Ironman.”
AmPro Yamaha’s Ricky Russell would have a great begin to the day as he got here via second on the opening lap. Russell would proceed to battle on the entrance of the pack for the remaining six laps, coming via to earn second general on the day. Babbitt’s Online/Monster Energy/Kawasaki Team Green’s Josh Strang would steadily work his means up from an eighth place begin on the day to spherical out the highest three general finishers at spherical 11 in West Virginia.
“It was an epic track, but it was hard to push,” mentioned Russell. “Last lap I tried to make a pass on Ryder [Lafferty] and I went down, and I was trying to catch up then and I saw Ryder [Lafferty], so he must have fell but Craig [Delong] was gone. I pulled it in for second, I’m happy and rode good all day and I feel good.”
Ricky Russell (AmPro Yamaha) had a terrific journey on Sunday afternoon as he got here via to earn second general. Photo: Ken Hill
As Magna1 Motorsports/Husqvarna’s Jordan Ashburn got here via to earn fourth general on the day, he would put it a powerful journey all through the course of the race managing to battle within the prime 5 at some stage in seven laps. Babbitt’s Online/Monster Energy/Kawasaki Team Green’s Grant Baylor would go back-and-forth however would finally come via fifth general on the day.
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Husqvarna Racing’s Trevor Bollinger put in a tough cost after beginning out his day again within the tenth place place. Bollinger would proceed to push, leading to his season-best results of sixth place general. Coastal GASGAS Factory Racing’s Ryder Lafferty made the transfer as much as the XC1 Open Pro class and can be having a terrific day working up in third and second general for almost all of the race. However, on the final lap he would sadly transfer again to seventh general as he crossed the end line.
Coming via eighth within the XC1 class and eleventh general was Liqui Moly Factory Beta Racing’s Evan Smith as he continued to battle all through the day. FMF/KTM Factory Racing’s Ben Kelley had an unlucky crash early on within the race, sending him farther again within the pack. Kelley continued to make his means towards the entrance and was in a position to come via ninth within the XC1 class. Kelley continues to sit down third within the factors standings and is 33 factors out from the lead.
Coming via tenth within the XC1 class was Rocky Mountain/Tely Energy/KTM’s Steward Baylor after he needed to make his means again to his pits for an premature pit cease to work on a motorbike problem. Baylor would then have to depart his pits to return to the place he exited the monitor taking over extra priceless time. Baylor would proceed to push ahead making an attempt to salvage any factors for his probability on the National Championship. Baylor now sits 23 factors behind Delong as they head into the season finale race in two weeks.
Liam Draper (middle), Angus Riordan (left) and Mason Semmens (left) rounded out the highest three XC2 250 Pro class finishers at spherical 11. Photo: Ken Hill
As the XC2 250 Pro Sport noticed the inexperienced flag waving it might be Trail Jesters KTM Racing’s Mason Semmens incomes the $250 Steel City Men’s Holeshot Award and the race can be underway. AmPro Yamaha’s Liam Draper would get out to the early lead after making his means round Semmens on lap one. Draper would proceed to push, however he would have firm from FMF/RPM KTM Racing’s Angus Riordan as they’re battling for the XC2 National Championship.
Riordan would transfer into the lead on lap three, however Draper can be proper there to push again and make his means again into the lead on the fourth lap. Draper would proceed to carry the lead, however he must make strategic line decisions as he made his means into the end. Draper got here via to earn the win and prolong his factors lead over Riordan who would end second within the XC2 class. Trail Jesters KTM Racing’s Mason Semmens continued to battle on the entrance of the pack and spherical out the highest three XC2 finishers.
Toby Cleveland (Beaver Creek Cycles/Bells Electric/Wossner Piston) clinched the FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am National Championship. Photo: Ken Hill
In the FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am it might be Josh Lojaks House of Speed XC Coaching/Kibuk Cycle’s/Steel City Men’s Clinic-backed rider, Sawyer Carratura grabbing the $100 Lojak Cycle Salese Holeshot Award to start out out the day. However, it might not take lengthy for the battles to start as Hall’s Cycles/Enduro Engineering/Moose Racing’s Jhak Walker made his means into the lead on the opening lap.
Behind Walker although Beaver Creek Cycles/Bells Electric/Wossner Piston’s Toby Cleveland was feverishly making his means via the pack of riders to battle for the primary spot. As the riders emerged from the woods on the second lap it might be Cleveland into the lead with Walker proper behind him. That wouldn’t trouble Cleveland although, who continued to guide the remainder of the race incomes his sixth win of the season and clinching the 2023 FMF XC3 National Championship.
Walker would come via to earn second on the day, whereas FXR/X Brand Goggles/6D Helmet’s Dakoda Devore would battle forwards and backwards all through the course of the day as he hoped to place a cease to Cleveland’s chance of clinching. Devore would cross the road third within the FMF XC3 class.
Jason Tino got here via to earn the Top Amateur honors this weekend with a 14th general ending place and a 250 A primary place end. Joseph Cunningham would come via to earn second general on the Top Amateur podium with a seventeenth general ending place, and a second within the 250 A category. Michael Delosa rounded out the Top Amateur podium with a 18th general ending place and a 3rd within the 250 A category.
Rachael Archer (AmPro Yamaha) grabbed the early lead and got here via to earn the WXC class in on the Kanati Tires Buckwheat 100. Photo Ken Hill
As the WXC racers took off the road on the Kanati Tires Buckwheat 100, it might be AmPro Yamaha’s Rachael Archer leaping off the road and heading into the woods simply forward of Trail Jesters KTM Racing’s Korie Steede. Archer would proceed to guide and place a niche over the remainder of the sphere, whereas Steede would proceed to battle behind her.
Archer would proceed to push and are available via with over a two minute hole again to second place. However, Steede would push onerous at some stage in the race with a handful of different WXC racers trying to make a push for the rostrum. Steede would come via second within the WXC class on the day. Bonecutter GASGAS/Fly Racing/Scott Goggle’s Prestin Raines would make her means again onto the rostrum this weekend with a 3rd within the WXC class.
Winning the morning general race was Archer, however behind her Kiefer Galiano and Caden Staats out of the 150 Schoolboy B (12-17) class would come via to earn second and third general within the race.
Doc Smith earned the Youth Overall win in West Virginia from the second row within the YXC2 Super Mini Jr. class. Photo: Ken Hill
In the Youth race it was Doc Smith coming from the second row within the YXC2 Super Mini Jr. class to take the general win and his class win on the eleventh spherical of the season in West Virginia. Another rider coming from the second row to complete second general was Ethan Harwell. Rounding out the highest three general youth finishers was the YXC1 Super Mini Sr. competitor, Ryan Amancio.
Caleb Wood got here via second within the YXC1 class and fourth general on the day, whereas James Jenkins rounded out the highest three YXC1 finishers. Travis Lentz would come via to earn third within the YXC2 class.
In the 85 Big Wheel class it might be Colton McQuarrie taking the win, whereas Ryder Reick battled again to earn the 85 (12-13) class win and within the 85 (7-11) class it might be Hayden Dupuis taking dwelling the win. In the 65 (10-11) class it might be Beau Garetson coming via in first, whereas Hunter Jones got here via to take the 65 (9) class win and Tripp Lewis coming via to earn the 65 (7-8) class win. In the Girls Super Mini (12-16) class it was Zoey Kimble incomes the win, and Josei Grozbean taking dwelling the Girls 85 (7-13) class win whereas Paisley Harris earned the Girls 65 (7-11) class win. Brant Mills from Buckhannon, WV, earned the Trail Rider class win.
The GNCC Season Finale will happen on October 20-22, in Crawfordsville, Indiana with the Yamaha Racing Ironman GNCC. This occasion would be the sequence Breast Cancer Awareness occasion, so put on your pink! There may even be reside leisure Friday and Saturday, together with trick-or-treating, a Halloween costume contest, ePeeWee Racing and so many extra particular actions and occasions happening. More data on the occasion could be discovered on-line at www.gnccracing.com/event/ironman.
Craig Delong (middle), Ricky Russell (left) and Josh Strang (proper) rounded out the highest three finishers on the Kanati Tires Buckwheat 100 GNCC. Photo: Ken Hill
Kanati Tires Buckwheat 100 Results and Points Standings Newburg, West Virginia Round 11 of 12 Sunday, October 8, 2023
XC1 Pro Event Results:
Craig Delong (HQV)
Ricky Russell (YAM)
Josh Strang (KAW)
Jordan Ashburn (HQV)
Grant Baylor (KAW)
Trevor Bollinger (HQV)
Ryder Lafferty (GAS)
Evan Smith (BET)
Benjamin Kelley (KTM)
Steward Baylor (KTM)
*Overall National Championship Standings:
Craig Delong (233)
Steward Baylor (210)
Ben Kelley (200)
Jordan Ashburn (187)
Ricky Russell (159)
Grant Baylor (155)
Josh Strang (140)
Jonathan Girroir (124)
Angus Riordan (123)
Liam Draper (120)
*Indicates that the Overall National Championship Standings will decide the 2023 National Champion.
The compact SUV segment saw total sales of over 61,000 units.
In September 2023, many car manufacturers experienced significant month-on-month (MoM) growth, with all models in the top 15 best-selling cars list surpassing the 10,000-unit mark. Given the current popularity of SUVs, it’s no surprise that compact SUVs also performed well. Let’s take a look at the sales performance of each compact SUV in September 2023:
Compact SUVs & crossovers
September 2023
August 2023
MoM Growth
Market share current(%)
Market share (% last year)
YoY mkt share (%)
Average sales (6 months)
Hyundai Creta
12717
13832
-8.06
20.81
31.85
-11.04
14167
Mahindra Scorpio
11846
9898
19.68
19.39
23.6
-4.21
9465
Maruti Grand Vitara
11736
11818
-0.69
19.21
11.8
7.41
9675
Kia Seltos
10558
10698
-1.3
17.28
27.23
-9.95
6975
Honda Elevate
5685
2822
101.45
9.3
0
0
470
Toyota Hyryder
3804
4121
-7.69
6.22
83.54
-77.32
3252
Skoda Kushaq
2260
2409
-6.18
3.69
5.5
-1.81
2173
Volkswagen Taigun
1586
1943
-18.37
2.59
4.93
-2.34
1774
MG Astor
901
814
10.68
1.47
2.42
-0.95
868
Total
61093
58355
4.69
99.96
Key Takeaways
The Hyundai Creta remains the crowd favorite in September 2023 sales, with the carmaker selling nearly 12,800 units of the SUV. It is the only compact SUV with a market share of over 20 percent.
The Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Mahindra Scorpio N duo secured the second spot on the charts with nearly 12,000 units sold, surpassing the Maruti Grand Vitara. The SUV duo saw a month-on-month (MoM) growth of almost 20 percent.
The Kia Seltos was the last SUV on the list to achieve sales of over 10,000 units and also had a market share of over 10 percent.
With sales of over 5,600 units, the Honda Elevate saw the largest increase in MoM numbers, with a growth of over 101 percent. This was the month when the carmaker began delivering the SUV to customers.
The Toyota Hyryder sold less than 4,000 units in September, just reaching its average sales figure for the past 6 months. Its year-on-year (YoY) market share dropped by over 77 percent.
The September sales of Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun ranged between 1,500 and 2,500 units. Both SUVs had a market share of less than 5 percent each.
The MG Astor finished last in the compact SUVs’ sales chart in September, with sales of less than 1,000 units and a market share of around 1.5 percent.
The segment, overall, witnessed total sales of more than 61,000 units
In September 2023, many carmakers registered a healthy month-on-month (MoM) growth, while all models in the top 15 best-selling cars list crossed the 10,000-unit mark. With SUVs being all the craze in recent times, it’s no doubt that models in the compact SUV segment fared well too. Here’s a breakdown of how each compact SUV performed in September 2023 sales:
Compact SUVs & crossovers
September 2023
August 2023
MoM Growth
Market share current(%)
Market share (% last year)
YoY mkt share (%)
Average sales (6 months)
Hyundai Creta
12717
13832
-8.06
20.81
31.85
-11.04
14167
Mahindra Scorpio
11846
9898
19.68
19.39
23.6
-4.21
9465
Maruti Grand Vitara
11736
11818
-0.69
19.21
11.8
7.41
9675
Kia Seltos
10558
10698
-1.3
17.28
27.23
-9.95
6975
Honda Elevate
5685
2822
101.45
9.3
0
0
470
Toyota Hyryder
3804
4121
-7.69
6.22
83.54
-77.32
3252
Skoda Kushaq
2260
2409
-6.18
3.69
5.5
-1.81
2173
Volkswagen Taigun
1586
1943
-18.37
2.59
4.93
-2.34
1774
MG Astor
901
814
10.68
1.47
2.42
-0.95
868
Total
61093
58355
4.69
99.96
Key Takeaways
The Hyundai Creta was still the crowd favourite even in September 2023 sales as the carmaker dispatched nearly 12,800 units of the SUV. It was the only compact SUV to have a market share of over 20 percent.
With nearly 12,000 units sold, the Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Mahindra Scorpio N duo, collectively, took the second spot on the charts, overtaking the Maruti Grand Vitara. The SUV duo’s month-on-month (MoM) figure grew by almost 20 percent.
The Kia Seltos was the last SUV on this list to cross the 10,000-unit sales mark, and also to have a market share of more than 10 percent.
With more than 5,600 units sold, the Honda Elevate saw the biggest rise in its MoM numbers at over 101 percent. It was the same month that the carmaker started delivering the SUV to customers.
Less than 4,000 units were dispatched of the Toyota Hyryder in September, while just managing to cross its average 6-month sales figure. Its YoY market share dropped by more than 77 percent.
The Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun duo’s September sales ranked between 1,500 and 2,500 units. Both the SUVs had a market share of under 5 percent each.
With less than 1,000 units sold, the MG Astor finished last on the compact SUVs’ sales chart in September. Its market share was close to a mere 1.5 percent.
The Corsa is the most popular supermini in the UK for both September and year-to-date sales.
The Corsa is also the third best-selling car overall in the UK this year.
Vauxhall’s Corsa Electric remains the top-selling electric supermini (Electric B-Hatch) in the UK this year.
The Mokka Electric continues to dominate sales in the compact electric crossover segment.
By 2028, Vauxhall plans to become an electric-only manufacturer, surpassing the UK Government’s deadline by seven years.
Vauxhall’s Corsa range has continued to perform well in the UK market, leading the charts in two segments, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
The Corsa was the best-selling supermini in September and year-to-date, and it also secured the third spot in the UK’s overall car sales for this year. So far in 2023, 30,177 units of Corsa have been sold. The Corsa Electric remains the top-selling electric supermini in September and continues to dominate the market in 2023, with 2,796 units sold year-to-date. The Mokka Electric also holds the top position in the Small Electric SUV segment for 2023, with 6,433 units registered.
Compared to last year, Vauxhall’s passenger car market share in the UK has increased, rising from 4.29% in September 2022 to 4.93% in September 2023. This represents 13,434 car registrations for the month and 75,953 year-to-date.
James Taylor, Managing Director of Vauxhall, highlighted the brand’s commitment to leading the transition to electrification in the UK and its success with compact electric cars. Vauxhall strives to offer affordable and efficient electric cars and vans, invest in UK manufacturing, and develop the Electric Streets initiative to enhance on-street charging infrastructure in the country.
For more information on Vauxhall’s efforts to improve on-street electric vehicle charging, visit www.electricstreets.co.uk
All-wheel-drive vision of an all-electric sports limousine with 411 kW (558 PS)
Dynamic overall appearance thanks to countless sporty features in the interior and exterior
Premiere at ID. Treffen (meet-up) organised by fans in Ticino
Volkswagen is showcasing an all-electric sports limousine in the upper mid-sized class at the ID. Treffen in Locarno. The ID.X Performance concept car offers powerful all-wheel drive, performance-oriented suspension, and a striking appearance.
According to Maria Soni Reissfelder, Head of Marketing & Sales at Volkswagen ID. Family, the ID.X Performance allows them to meet members of the ID. Drivers Club in person and showcase the potential of the MEB (modular electric drive platform) in terms of combining performance and elegance. The show car is based on the new ID.7, and Andreas Reckewerth, Head of Technology Office MEB, and his team have enhanced its performance capabilities. The MEB platform offers great possibilities for creative vehicle development.
Powerful with an expressive look. The ID.X Performance concept car showcases its athleticism through its dynamic appearance. Its exterior features numerous sporty elements, including carbon front splitter and rear diffuser. The sporty suspension has been modified with increased toe and lowered ride height, resulting in enhanced performance and agility. The vehicle is equipped with 20-inch sports alloy wheels, carbon wing at the rear, and tinted tail light clusters. Inside, carbon bucket seats provide excellent support, with red accents adding to the sporty vibe.
Powerful dual-motor drive with 411 kW (558 PS) and boost function. The ID.X Performance boasts all-wheel drive with a rear synchronous motor and a front asynchronous motor. This configuration allows for short-term overload capability and low drag losses. The drive torque is controlled by a Vehicle Dynamics Manager, which also manages the rear axle differential lock. The vehicle is powered by a high-capacity drive battery that enables high power output and fast charging.
An electric fan community. The ID.X Performance is being presented at the ID. Treffen, an international meet-up for electric vehicle enthusiasts. The event is organized by members of the ID. Drivers Club, and it brings together passionate individuals to discuss electric mobility and participate in shared activities. In addition to the ID.X Performance, Volkswagen is showcasing other models from the ID. family at the event.
The Corsa is the top-selling supermini in August and year-to-date.
The Corsa is also the second best-selling car overall this year.
The Corsa Electric remains the best-selling Small Electric Car (Electric B-Hatch) in 2023.
The Mokka Electric remains the best-selling Small Electric SUV (Electric B-SUV) in 2023.
Vauxhall plans to be an all-electric manufacturer by 2028, ahead of the UK Government deadline.
Vauxhall’s Corsa range continues to perform strongly in terms of sales in the UK, taking the top spot in two segments, as per the latest figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
In August, the Corsa was the best-selling B-Hatch, and it has maintained this position for the year so far. It is also the second best-selling car overall in the UK for this year, with a total of 25,692 units sold. The Corsa Electric is leading the way as the best-selling Small Electric Car (Electric B-Hatch) in 2023, with 2,220 units sold year-to-date.
Similarly, the Mokka Electric continues to dominate as the best-selling Small Electric SUV (Electric B-SUV) so far this year, with a total of 6,062 units sold.
Vauxhall has set a goal to transition into an all-electric brand by 2028, which is seven years ahead of the UK Government’s deadline.
Commenting on this success, James Taylor, Managing Director of Vauxhall, said, “It is exciting to see the Corsa continue to excel in the sales charts, both in its electric and petrol variants. The popularity of the Corsa Electric reflects our dedication to leading the UK’s transition to electrification.”
The new Corsa features Vauxhall’s striking Vizor front end design across its entire range, along with various enhancements in styling and technology. The fully electric models offer Vauxhall’s next-generation 51kWh battery, providing a range of up to 246 miles (WLTP). Orders for the new Corsa are now open, starting at £19,625, with first deliveries expected in Q4 2023.
The BE.05 is scheduled to enter the Indian markets in October 2025
The overall design is similar to that of the concept.
Its cabin is also expected to get minimal changes in the production-ready version.
Will be based on the INGLO platform and can get a 60kWh battery pack with a range of over 450km.
Launch is slated for October 2025 and is expected to be priced from Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.
The Chief Of Design at Mahindra, Pratap Bose, has recently released a few images of the production-ready version of the Mahindra BE.05 electric SUV. While the unit shown was still in disguise, it gives some hints at the changes done over the concept that was showcased in 2022. Let’s explore the latest preview in more detail.
Not Far From The Concept
One thing that Mahindra has managed to do is retain the overall design language of the concept. It is a good thing, because that makes the BE.05 keep its futuristic appeal. The front profile still looks the same with the pointy bonnet, sharp and sleek LED DRLs and slim bumper.
The profile is where you can spot some changes that make the BE.05 a reality. It now gets more realistic five-spoke alloy wheels, and the cameras mounted on the A-pillars have been replaced with proper ORVMs. The wheel arches don’t seem to have any cladding and the B-pillar here is more prominent.
Coming to the rear, there seem to be no changes at all to the production-spec design. From the top, you can spot the split rear spoiler and the protruding rear end, which houses the sleek LED tail lamps that follow the stylings of the LED DRLs, and the massive rear bumper.
We’re glad to report that the overall design of the BE.05 is quite similar to its concept version.
Interior Design
The cabin is expected to be similar to the concept as well. Mahindra will retain the dual 12.3-inch displays, layered dashboard design, squarish steering wheel and the overall cockpit design which were present in the concept.
We can expect minor changes in terms of the colour scheme of the cabin, and the futuristic cockpit design could be toned down a little. Interior of the BE 05 has not been spied yet but there could be changes depending on the variant as well.
Range & Powertrain
The BE.05 will be the carmaker’s first dedicated EV offering based on Mahindra’s INGLO platform. The electric SUV will likely come with a 60kWh battery pack and can pack a claimed range of around 450km. In this particular electric SUV, expect only a two-wheel-drive system, but all-wheel-drive is supported as well. The new battery technology from Mahindra is compatible with fast charging of up of 175kW with a 5 to 80 per cent charging time of just 30 minutes.
Launch, Price & Rivals
The Mahindra BE.05 is slated to arrive in October 2025 with an expected starting price of Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom). It will be a rival to the Hyundai Creta-based EV and the Tata Curvv EV.
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