With its electric powertrain, the Mahindra BE 6e promises impressive performance figures: it responds with instant torque and rapid acceleration. On paper, it bests many other internal combustion engine (ICE) SUVs in its price range for up to 282 bhp and 380 Nm of torque. Yet, raw numbers don't tell the whole performance story. Handling, driving feel, and real world usability all factor into the way a vehicle performs day to day. Electric vehicles are well known for their city driving and zipping off the line, but lack endurance in high speed or long distance driving. Plus the BE 6e's rear wheel drive setup is something of an oddity for an SUV in its class, which could have an impact on its dynamics compared to front wheel drive or all wheel drive ICE competitors. What do these factors amount to in real world driving conditions? The BE 6e’s electric powertrain: Does it provide a more compelling alternative to standard ICE performance or are there tradeoffs to consider with eventual buyers?