What will the Mahindra BE.07's all wheel drive option do differently than a traditional 4x4 system?

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In addition to the BE.07 being available with all wheel drive (AWD), the electric motors will be used to power all four wheels. It's a big departure from Mahindra's traditional mechanical 4x4 systems seen in the Thar and Scorpio. Instant torque distribution and fine tuned control is what electric AWD systems have to offer, but these come at the cost of off road capability and reliability in harsh conditions. The BE.07 has an AWD system, and enthusiasts will be watching how Mahindra does in the off road community (the company has some street cred there). But will the electric AWD system be able to hold up to the ruggedness and reliability of regular 4x4? Does that mean it can offer the same level of control and performance in a very challenging off road situation? Or, will it prove more capable in some way, and perhaps change the idea that electric vehicles in the off road scene are incapable?

Monika · Accepted Answer

Electric AWD is the future. It will be way more capable than old school 4x4s because of instant torque at each wheel.

Akshat · Answer

No low-range gearbox? No thanks. When it comes to real off roading, you need mechanical systems you can rely on.

Rana · Answer

I think it'll be great for soft roading and snow, but wouldn't take it on a serious trail.

Deepak · Answer

Durability will be the real test. Will it stand up to the abuse that Mahindra's 4x4s are famous for?

Priyanka · Answer

I can’t wait to see how they tune it. Electric AWD systems can be pretty crazy with torque vectoring.

Kapil · Answer

It's going to be more capable than most owners are ever going to need. How many SUV buyers actually go off road? Let’s be real.

Rahul · Answer

Electric motors could be amazing for rock crawling because of their instant torque. No need to build momentum.

Gaurav · Answer

The concern I have with AWD off road is range. In tough conditions, batteries drain fast.

Sanjay · Answer

If they do it right, it could be a game changer. Think of Thar level capability with EV smoothness.

Divya · Answer

On steep descents there could be a lack of engine braking. They will also require a good hill descent control system.

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