Indian manufacturer launches "Batmobile" SUV for just 27,000 euros
The Indian automaker Mahindra recently unveiled its new electric SUV, the "BE 6 Batman Edition." This collector's item is strictly limited and already sold out.
The "Dark Knight" trilogy is one of the world's most successful film series of all time. The three films by star director Christopher Nolan have grossed $2.47 billion at the box office alone. The film centers on the comic book hero Batman, the alter ego of billionaire Bruce Wayne. As a young boy, he witnessed a gangster shoot his parents. In search of revenge and justice, he fights evil in the fictional "Gotham City." As a superhero without superpowers, Batman, or "the Dark Knight," represents intelligence, skill, and technical expertise.
With a "rare combination of cinematic tradition and modern luxury," Indian automaker Mahindra now aims to bring this feeling a little closer to its customers. The new electric SUV, the "BE 6 Batman Edition," promises exactly that: innovation, resilience, and a relentless drive to push boundaries.
The "Batman Edition" is a special edition of Mahindra's BE6 electric SUV. It was unveiled in 2024 and promises
- a 79 kWh battery
- up to 550 kilometers range
- 282 hp
- 380 Newton meters of torque
- a 3-in-1 powertrain (210 kW power)
- and a Level 2 assistance system
According to the manufacturer, the driving experience is designed to catapult car enthusiasts straight to Gotham City. In addition to "individual, Batman-inspired engine sounds," Mahindra promises "the thrill of Batman every time you drive."
The Batmobile is available starting at €27,000 – but so far only in India, where it's already sold out.
According to Mahindra Chief Designer and Creative Director Pratap Bose, the team taken care of the smallest details: "So that you can discover something new every time you look at it."
In the outdoor area, these include:
- the special color "Satin Black" with special Batman stickers on the front doors and the rear door panel
- R20 alloy wheels for an "aggressive, athletic look"
- Alchemy Gold painted suspension and brake calipers
- The Bat emblem from "The Dark Knight" trilogy on hubcaps, front side panels, rear bumper, windows and rear window
- the “Night Trail” infinity roof
- Carpet lights with projection of the Bat emblem logo
According to the manufacturer, the interior also offers a superhero feeling. The features include:
- a plaque in "Brushed Alchemy Gold Batman Edition" on the dashboard with numbering
- Alcantara and leather seat covers with gold-colored sepia stitching
- Gold accents on the steering wheel, in-touch controller, electronic parking brake and a custom key chain with "Alchemy Gold" details
- The Bat emblem is embossed on the boost button, the seats and the interior labels
- Open race car-style straps with Batman branding
- Batman welcome animation on the infotainment display
"Some vehicles are built to take you from one place to another. And then there are those that move you," Mahindra says, advertising the new "Batmobile."
However, this special edition won't appeal to too many people, even though Mahindra has already expanded the original 300 vehicles due to high demand. As of now, there will be a maximum of 999 vehicles.
The manufacturer wants to maintain exclusivity: "It's a collector's item on wheels," says Vikram Sharma, Head of Consumer Goods at Warner Bros Discovery Asia-Pacific, commenting on the partnership.
The first vehicles were delivered in style on September 20th – known among fans as International Batman Day.
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