Tamil cinema superstar and passionate racer Ajith Kumar has added a thrilling new addition to his garage: the Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition. This special edition electric SUV, reportedly gifted by Mahindra & Mahindra in recognition of his deep involvement in motorsports, perfectly aligns with his racing credentials and love for high-performance machines.
Ajith, known for his active participation in endurance racing and ownership of the ‘Ajith Kumar Racing’ team, took delivery of the vehicle from Mr. Velusamy R, President of Automotive Technology & Product Development at Mahindra. The handover marks a symbolic moment, uniting two worlds of motorsport—Ajith’s on-track achievements and Mahindra’s legacy in the Formula E World Championship.
Ajith Kumar has long been an enthusiast of speed beyond the silver screen. He admires Formula 1 icon Ayrton Senna and has competed internationally, including recent events in Dubai. Mahindra’s gesture celebrates this passion, presenting him with the world’s first Formula E-themed SUV. The special edition draws direct inspiration from Mahindra Racing’s electric formula series, blending cutting-edge EV tech with bold, race-inspired styling.
Ajith’s Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition sports a vibrant Tango Red paint scheme, accentuating its aggressive and dynamic look. Key design elements include:
- Formula E-inspired exterior styling with signature decals, badges, and unique bumpers.
- Firestorm Orange accents for a motorsport flair.
- R20 alloy wheels and distinctive LED projector headlamps.
- Ceramic Formula E branding and exclusive graphics that pay homage to racing heritage.
Inside, the cabin embraces a sporty vibe with racing-style seats, a race-inspired ‘start/stop’ switch, contrast stitching, and custom animations on the infotainment system. It features dual super screens, a premium Harman Kardon 16-speaker audio setup with Dolby Atmos, Snapdragon 8155 chipset, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 5G connectivity, and advanced safety tech like a 360-degree camera, blind view monitor, six airbags, and brake-by-wire system.
Under the hood (or rather, beneath the floor), the BE 6 Formula E Edition packs a punch:
- 79 kWh battery pack for up to 500 km real-world range.
- Rear-wheel-drive setup with a 210 kW (282 bhp) motor delivering 380 Nm torque.
- 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 6.7 seconds.
- Top speed of 202 km/h.
- Race-mode tuned torque delivery for that exhilarating electric surge.
Priced around ₹23.69 lakh to ₹24.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for its FE2 and FE3 variants, this edition stands out with adaptive suspension (in higher trims) and other enhancements over the standard BE 6.
Ajith’s collection already boasts supercars like the McLaren Senna, Ferrari SF90 Stradale, and Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition brings an eco-friendly, high-performance Indian-made EV into the mix—valued at roughly ₹24-30 lakh—symbolizing support for sustainable mobility and homegrown innovation.
This acquisition highlights Ajith’s evolving taste for electric performance while honoring his racing roots. Fans and the automotive community alike see it as a fitting tribute to a true racer at heart.
As Ajith continues to balance blockbuster films with track pursuits, this Formula E-inspired SUV is set to turn heads both on the roads and in the spotlight. Welcome home, AK!
