Indian automaker Mahindra has just unveiled something straight out of Gotham: a limited-run Batman Edition of its BE 6 Electric Origin SUV. The company calls it “a production car that brings to life a rare fusion of cinematic heritage and modern luxury, inspired by Christopher Nolan’s critically acclaimed The Dark Knight Trilogy from Warner Bros. Pictures.”
And honestly? The new Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition is… so. serious.
From Jeep to Justice League
This isn’t Mahindra’s first time playing with American cultural icons. Remember the Willys MB Jeep-inspired Roxor a few years back? Since then, Mahindra has gone all-in on EVs, even teaming up with Volkswagen to build a credible lineup. Now they’ve doubled down with a car inspired by one of the most enduring symbols in pop culture: Batman.
“Batman is more than a pop-culture icon — he represents innovation, resilience, and an unyielding drive to push boundaries,” said Vikram Sharma, Senior VP at Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, APAC. “This collaboration brings that spirit to the road in a bold, electric way.”
What Makes the Batman Edition Special?
Exterior Highlights
- Satin Black paint exclusive to the Batman Edition
- R20 alloy wheels for a muscular stance
- Alchemy Gold-painted suspension and brake calipers
- Limited-edition “BE 6 × The Dark Knight” badging
- The iconic Bat emblem placed on hub caps, panels, bumpers, windows, and even the Infinity Roof
- “Bat Signal” puddle lamps projecting the logo on the ground at night
Interior Details
- Numbered Batman Edition plaque in brushed Alchemy Gold
- Charcoal leather dash with gold accents around the cockpit
- Suede and leather seats with sepia gold stitching and embossed Bat logos
- Gold-accented steering wheel, controls, and custom key fob
- Emblems hidden in clever spots — from the “Boost” button to seat embossing
- Batman Edition welcome animation on the infotainment screen
- Even the engine sound is Batman-inspired (yes, really)
Despite all this branding, the end result feels surprisingly subtle and premium. The Bat logos are everywhere, but somehow they don’t overwhelm the design. And those puddle lights? Genuinely cool.
Under the Cape: Power & Tech
The Batman BE 6 isn’t just a styling exercise. Underneath, it’s based on the top-spec BE 6 with a:
- 79 kWh battery good for 550 km (340 miles) WLTP range
- Rear-mounted 282 hp (210 kW / 286 PS) motor
- 380 Nm torque sent to the rear wheels
- Modern Level 2 ADAS tech and screens everywhere (even in the steering wheel hub — which could be awkward in an airbag deployment, but hey, it looks futuristic)
Price, Rarity & Collectability
Mahindra will only build 300 units of the Batman Edition, making it a true collector’s piece for fans.
💰 Pricing starts at ₹27.79 lakh (just under $27,500).
That’s not outrageous for a car that blends luxury EV performance with a slice of cinematic legend.
The Takeaway
The Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition is a bold, slightly eccentric, but ultimately fun EV. It shows Mahindra isn’t afraid to play with pop culture while still delivering a capable electric SUV.
As one top commenter put it: “I’m not sure I want a Batman-themed car, but that is still really cool. Only 300 units makes sense. India will be a huge market for EVs and this kind of project just shows how fun electric can be.”