Written by Mahindra SUVs
Mahindra SUVs have grown from licence-built Jeeps into some of India’s best-selling vehicles, and Mahindra is now the country’s leading SUV maker by revenue. This guide covers the current lineup, from the Thar to the electric BE 6, as well as the company’s history, ownership, biggest achievements and racing in Formula E.
Mahindra SUVs at a Glance
Founded 1945 In Ludhiana, as Mahindra & Mohammed
Chairman Anand Mahindra Anish Shah is Group CEO and MD
Headquarters Mumbai Maharashtra, India
Listed NSE / BSE Part of the Nifty 50 and Sensex
SUV sales FY2026 660,276 vehicles A record in India, up 20%
Electric SUVs 100,000+ Billed since launch by September 2026
Mahindra SUVs Model Lineup
Mahindra sells only SUVs and pickups in India, so the list below shows its core SUVs in 2026. In addition, the five-door Thar Roxx shown above joined the range in 2024, while the seven-seat electric XEV 9S arrived in early 2026.
Off-roaders (2)
Three-door off-roader
Mahindra Thar
Gas Diesel 4×4
Above all, the Thar is Mahindra’s iconic off-roader, and the current model arrived in 2020. Later, it was updated in October 2025, while the five-door Thar Roxx followed in 2024.
Rugged SUV
Mahindra Bolero
Diesel Body-on-frame
The Bolero has been on sale since 2000, and more than 1.4 million had been sold by 2023. In addition, the smaller Bolero Neo sits alongside it.
SUVs (3)
Large SUV
Mahindra Scorpio-N
Gas Diesel 4×4
The Scorpio-N arrived in 2022, while the older Scorpio Classic is still sold. As a result, the Scorpio range is Mahindra’s best-selling family of SUVs.
Three-row SUV
Mahindra XUV 7XO
Gas Diesel AWD
In fact, the XUV 7XO is the updated XUV700, renamed in January 2026. However, the photo shows the earlier XUV700.
Compact SUV
Mahindra XUV 3XO
Gas Diesel
The XUV 3XO is Mahindra’s smallest SUV. Similarly to the Thar Roxx, it earned five stars from Bharat NCAP.
Electric (2)
Electric SUV
Mahindra BE 6
Electric Up to 682 km
Above all, the BE 6 was revealed in November 2024 on Mahindra’s INGLO electric platform. In fact, it scored 31.97 out of 32 for adult safety in Bharat NCAP.
Electric coupe-SUV
Mahindra XEV 9e
Electric
Similarly, the XEV 9e is the larger sister of the BE 6, with a sloping roof. Meanwhile, the seven-seat XEV 9S joined it in 2026.
What Are Mahindra SUVs?
Mahindra was founded in Ludhiana in 1945 as Mahindra & Mohammed, and it was renamed Mahindra & Mahindra in 1948. At first, it assembled Willys Jeeps under licence. Then the Bolero of 2000 and the Scorpio of 2002 made Mahindra a major SUV maker.
Later, Mahindra bought electric car maker REVA in 2010 and Korea’s SsangYong in 2011, although it gave up SsangYong in 2022. In addition, it bought the Italian design house Pininfarina in 2015, and it was a founding team in Formula E in 2014.
Today Mahindra SUVs are among India’s best sellers, with a record 660,276 sold at home in the 2026 financial year. Meanwhile, its electric models, the BE 6, XEV 9e and XEV 9S, passed 100,000 billings in 2026.
Mahindra SUVs History
Mahindra SUVs grew out of a post-war Jeep business into one of India’s biggest vehicle makers.
- 1945 First, Mahindra & Mohammed is founded in Ludhiana.
- 1948 Then the company is renamed Mahindra & Mahindra and starts assembling Willys Jeeps.
- 2000 The Bolero is launched.
- 2002 Later, the Scorpio goes on sale.
- 2010 Mahindra buys REVA and launches the first Thar.
- 2011 Meanwhile, Mahindra takes control of SsangYong, and the XUV500 is launched.
- 2014 Mahindra Racing joins the first Formula E season.
- 2015 Mahindra buys Pininfarina.
- 2020 Then the new Thar arrives.
- 2022 The Scorpio-N is revealed, while SsangYong passes to a new owner.
- 2024 After that, the Thar Roxx goes on sale, and the BE 6 and XEV 9e are revealed.
- 2026 Finally, the XUV 7XO and XEV 9S arrive, and Mahindra wins two Formula E races.
Iconic Mahindra Models
These four vehicles shaped the story of Mahindra SUVs, from the Jeep to a hypercar.
From the late 1940s
Mahindra Jeep
Willys licence Off-roader
In fact, Mahindra started by assembling Willys Jeeps under licence. As a result, its Jeeps served India’s army, police and farmers for decades.
2002
Mahindra Scorpio
SUV Breakthrough model
The Scorpio cost ₹600 crore to develop, and it was a big success. In fact, the name is still on sale today as the Scorpio Classic.
2011–2021
Mahindra XUV500
Monocoque SUV
Later, the XUV500 was Mahindra’s first modern monocoque SUV. Later, it was replaced by the XUV700.
2019
Pininfarina Battista
Electric hypercar About 1,900 hp
Finally, the Battista was built by Automobili Pininfarina, a Mahindra company. With about 1,900 hp, it is one of the most powerful road cars ever made.
Who Owns Mahindra SUVs?
Mahindra & Mahindra is a listed Indian company and the flagship of the Mahindra Group, led by chairman Anand Mahindra. When AutoGathering has a page for a brand, its name below links to that page.
Group Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra
This page Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd Mumbai, India · NSE / BSE
Subsidiary Mahindra Electric Automobile Electric SUVs, backed by BII and Temasek
Subsidiary Pininfarina Italian design house, bought in 2015
Racing Mahindra Racing Formula E team since 2014
Plant Chakan Builds many Mahindra SUVs
Other group businesses
Mahindra also owns or holds stakes in several other vehicle businesses.
- Automobili Pininfarina (electric hypercars)
- Classic Legends (Jawa, Yezdi and BSA motorcycles)
- Mahindra tractors (one of the world’s largest tractor makers)
In addition, Mahindra once owned Korea’s SsangYong, now called KGM, from 2011 to 2022.
Former ventures
- Mahindra Renault (2005–2010) Mahindra built the Logan with Renault before buying out its partner.
- SsangYong (2011–2022) Mahindra owned SsangYong until it went into receivership and was sold.
Mahindra SUVs Accomplishments
The record of Mahindra SUVs rests on record sales, strong safety ratings and success in Formula E.
660,276
SUVs in FY2026
This was a record for Mahindra in India, up 20%.
No. 1
SUV revenue share
In addition, Mahindra has more than 25% of India’s SUV market by revenue.
5 stars
Bharat NCAP
The Thar Roxx, XUV 3XO and BE 6 all earned five stars from Bharat NCAP.
5 stars
Global NCAP
Similarly, the XUV700 earned five stars and a Safer Choice award from Global NCAP.
1.4 million+
Boleros sold
The Bolero passed 1.4 million sales by 2023.
100,000+
Electric SUVs
Mahindra passed 100,000 electric SUV billings in 2026.
2026
Formula E wins
In addition, Nyck de Vries won in Monaco and Tokyo for Mahindra Racing.
3
Moto3 wins in 2016
Finally, Mahindra-powered bikes won three Moto3 races in 2016.
Mahindra Racing History
Mahindra Racing was one of the founding teams of Formula E in 2014. Then Felix Rosenqvist gave the team its first win in Berlin in 2017. Later, Nyck de Vries won in Monaco and Tokyo in 2026, and the team finished third in the 2025–26 teams’ championship. In addition, Mahindra built Moto3 bikes, which won three races in 2016.
Formula E, 2014–today
Mahindra Racing
Founding team 3rd in 2025–26
In fact, Mahindra has raced in every Formula E season. As a result of two wins in 2026, it finished third in the teams’ championship.
Talk Mahindra With Other Owners
Mahindra owners have plenty to share, whether it is a classic Jeep, a Thar or a new BE 6. Soon, AutoGathering will connect this page to a Mahindra community space where owners and enthusiasts can compare models, share off-road tips and plan meetups.
- Thar and Thar Roxx
- Scorpio and Bolero
- XUV 7XO and XUV 3XO
- Electric SUVs
- Off-road trips
- Maintenance and servicing
- Buying used
- Mahindra clubs and events
Mahindra SUVs FAQ
Who owns Mahindra?
Mahindra & Mahindra is a listed Indian company, and it is the flagship of the Mahindra Group led by Anand Mahindra.
Does Mahindra sell cars in the US?
No. Mahindra sold the off-road-only Roxor in the US from 2018, but it does not sell road cars there. However, its tractors are sold in the US.
Does Mahindra still own SsangYong?
No. Mahindra owned SsangYong from 2011, but it was sold in 2022 and is now called KGM.
Does Mahindra own Pininfarina?
Yes. Mahindra bought the Italian design house in 2015, and Automobili Pininfarina built the Battista hypercar.
Where are Mahindra SUVs made?
Mahindra builds its SUVs in India, at plants such as Chakan, Nashik and Zaheerabad.
What is the range of the BE 6?
The BE 6 has a claimed range of up to 682 km on India’s ARAI test with the 79 kWh battery.
What is the XUV 7XO?
The XUV 7XO is the updated XUV700, which was renamed when it was refreshed in January 2026.
Does Mahindra race?
Yes. Mahindra Racing has competed in Formula E since the first season in 2014.
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Photo credits
- Header image: The Drivers Hub, CC BY 4.0, cropped and resized.
- Red Mahindra Thar three-door SUV: Ank Kumar, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.
- 2024 Mahindra Scorpio-N Z8L SUV: LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.
- Blue Mahindra XUV700, the predecessor of the…: DriveSpark, CC BY 3.0, cropped and resized.
- White 2025 Mahindra XUV 3XO compact SUV: LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.
- Mahindra Bolero SUV: RaNK001, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped and resized.
- Orange Mahindra BE 6 electric SUV: Cppfront, CC0, cropped and resized.
- Red Mahindra XEV 9e electric coupe-SUV: Cppfront, CC0, cropped and resized.
- 1990 Mahindra-built Willys-style Jeep: Acabashi, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.
- Black original-generation Mahindra Scorpio: RL GNZLZ from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped and resized.
- Silver Mahindra XUV500 SUV: order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped and resized.
- Pininfarina Battista electric hypercar at the 2019…: Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.
- Mahindra Racing Formula E car at the…: Steffen Prößdorf, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.