MG Motors is trying to shake things up in the electric vehicle space with its newest car, the Windsor EV. With prices starting from ₹9.99 lakh, the Windsor EV is a full electric, not quite an SUV but a crossover utility vehicle with a few very singular characteristics. Here’s a full look at what makes the Windsor EV special and probably worth your interest.
Design and Exterior
MG Windsor EV has a design somewhat unlike a conventional SUV. It is more of a quasi hatchback or MPV. The front is in fact relatively small and divided into two parts. Up top, it gets full-width DRLs while the main lamps are sited lower. The use of chrome on the grille and other places gives it a more premium appearance that distinguishes it from workhorse models.
From the side, the MPV-like design looks much clearer. Windsor EV runs on 18-inch rims, which further elevate its structure. These are practical elements present in the car, such as pop-out door handles and a charging port; how well these features will eventually work is yet to be seen. Large glass windows add to the airy feel inside. Behind, taillamps comprise bold LED detailing across the width to complement the curvaceous shape of the car.
Interior Space and Practicality
Inside, the MG Windsor EV impresses with its focus on space and practicality. There is 604 liters of boot space, pretty significant for the category in mention. The rear seats split-fold and can be flipped to extend the luggage area, and there’s more storage space beneath the boot floor.
It’s a very user-friendly, quite modern cabin. A big, 15.6-inch touchscreen controls most of the settings on the vehicle. That is huge—almost the size of a laptop—and it does take some time to get used to. Of course, there are physical controls for the air conditioning system, with single-zone auto climate control providing adjustable blower and temperature settings.
Storage features in the Windsor EV include cupholders, various compartments, USB charging sockets, and a wireless charger. A glove box and additional cup holders provide further practicality for the interior. Overall, the design makes the cabin practical and well thought out.
Quality and Interior Features
The quality of the interior in the Windsor EV is quite impressive. Seats are well-padded, with a unique fish-scale pattern giving it a certain distinctive touch. While some hard plastics are used on lower ends, the quality is generally acceptable given the price one would pay for this vehicle. Adding more sophistication to that are wood-finish accents, which improve the cabin experience overall.
As for the features, the Windsor EV comes fitted with digital dials for the driver and the steering wheel design, which has been taken over from the MG Comet but modified for this car. Ambient lighting is another feature included, adding to the modern feel of this vehicle. The cabin sports a large glass roof; though it does not open, it carries a curtain that can be rolled back to bring the sun inside.
The 15.6-inch touchscreen is chock full of tech. Features include a 360-degree camera system, high-resolution display, and connected technology that enables monitoring of the vehicle remotely. It’s a vast screen that can seem daunting at first, but this offers up a plethora of features and information.
Rear Seat Comfort and Space
It is built on a 2.7-meter wheelbase, offering extensive space in the rear. There is ample leg room and headroom, not to mention a flat floor for added comfort. The rear seats themselves are sumptuous; they recline 135 degrees so passengers can stretch out completely. Indeed, it’s one of the highlights of the Windsor EV: an extremely high level of comfort for its rear-seat occupants.
Performance and Battery
The MG Windsor EV sends power from its electric motor to the front wheels via a single electric motor. This motor makes 136 horsepower. The car gets a 38 kWh battery that claims to offer a range of 331 kilometers. Real-world range will vary depending on the driving condition and usage.
What’s unique in the Windsor EV is its subscription model for batteries. The vehicle itself is priced at ₹9.99 lakh, but the battery is sold separately under this “battery as a service” concept. MG charges around ₹3.5 per km for the usage of the battery, and then there is the cost of charging the battery. Despite such costs, financial savings can be substantial over conventional combustion engine vehicles.
MG also offers a buyback value of 60% for the battery after three years, which allows for an overall more feasible financial proposition and hence provides a relatively affordable alternative to conventional vehicles.
Conclusion
The MG Windsor EV is both practical and versatile. Distinct futuristic design, space, and feature list set it apart. Advanced features and innovations in its battery subscription model, the latter of which may seriously undercut the costs compared to conventionally powered vehicles, make it one interesting contender in the electric vehicle landscape.
Practicality, technology, and price—these are the factors combined in a ‘get-the-job-done’ package that makes the MG Windsor EV a highly viable option if you’re one of those eyeing an electric vehicle. Whether you want to trim that carbon footprint or are simply interested in what’s new in automotive technology, the Windsor EV is one model worth checking out.
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