Mahindra has announced a significant update to its EV charging policy for its upcoming BE 6 and XEV 9e electric SUVs, giving buyers more flexibility regarding home charger installations. Initially, customers purchasing these models were required to pay an additional Rs 50,000 for a 7.2 kW charger or Rs 75,000 for an 11.2 kW charger along with installation costs. However, after receiving extensive customer feedback—amplified by platforms like Electree through X (formerly Twitter) and its YouTube channel—the company has eased these requirements.
Under the revised policy, customers can now opt out of the mandatory charger installation if they meet one of the following conditions:
While this update is a welcome move for EV buyers, there is a call for further clarity. Mahindra should objectively specify the criteria that define a charger as “already installed” and compliant with its standards. It would be beneficial to detail whether the standards are based on a list of approved Charging Point Operators (CPOs), certain technical requirements, or a combination of both. Clear guidelines will help remove subjectivity and prevent random rejections, ensuring that customers fully understand and meet the criteria.
With deliveries for the BE 6 and XEV 9e set to begin soon, this revised policy reflects Mahindra’s commitment to customer satisfaction and industry best practices in the rapidly evolving EV market.
Suhail Gulati
Suhail Gulati is the founder of ElecTree and an economist by training. A former banker with experience in credit, retail banking, and financial stress testing at large institutions, he founded ElecTree in 2023 — building it into India's dedicated platform for 4-wheeler EV data, sales analysis, and original reporting. Over three years, Suhail has established ElecTree as a trusted resource for accurate, verified, and fact-first electric vehicle journalism in India. He is a recognized voice in the Indian EV community, engaging regularly with owners, enthusiasts, and industry observers through ElecTree's editorial work and its owner community platform, Electree Surge. His work sits at the intersection of economic analysis and electric mobility — bringing a banker's rigour to a sector that deserves it.