MG Windsor Pro, Windsor EV Variants Explained — Which One To Buy?

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What Are The Pros And Cons Of MG Windsor?

The pros or advantages of MG Windsor EV are:

• Under normal real-world driving, you can expect 280km of driving range, which is only ~15% deviation from the claimed range figure
• Huge dimensions, excellent cabin space and fantastic road presence (it is, after all, almost as long as a Creta and as wide as an Innova Hycross)
• Best-in-class boot space of 604 litres is huge; even the higher variants with subwoofer have 579 litres of cargo volume
• Properly reclining rear seats with enormous 2nd row legroom make it a perfect car for chauffeur-driven buyers
• Huge, crease-free glass roof with multi-colour ambient lighting drastically improve the Windsor’s cabin experience be it day or night
• Fairly loaded base variant comes across as a solid option for buyers who are interested in a big and affordable car
• Against the base variant, the incremental price for all higher variants is more than justified
• SUV-like 186mm ground clearance is good enough for driving on bad roads
• Great all-around visibility with big windows and a high seating position makes it easy to drive in all conditions
• The Windsor has fantastic touchpoint quality and feels premium and well put together
• Being a Chinese product with Chinese R&D, this starts off strong as they have the most advanced and fairly reliable electric cars in the world
• First car to promise unlimited KM lifetime (15 years) battery warranty for first owners of the Windsor; Update: After they withdrew the free charging offer, it’s difficult to say if they will keep their word when the time comes to support their customers
• Shock pricing of Rs. 9.99 lakh with BaaS brings it within reach for buyers who wouldn’t not have considered it at full price and the math seems to make it cheaper to run than a comparable petrol car (if you have home charging) Update: BaaS is not worth considering as it’s just another long-term loan repackaged and marketed as a subscription service
• Free first year unlimited public charging on MG eHub app adds phenomenal value to the equation for buyers who are yet to figure out a domestic charging solutionUnlimited — No longer applicable after Jan 2025 update: No More Free Charging With MG Windsor 2025; BaaS Price Updated
• Physical controls for auto AC is an India-exclusive feature, which suggests that MG are listening to the Indian buyers and adapting their cars to match our preferences; Update: After they failed to keep their word on the free charging offer to early adopters of the Windsor, we can’t say for sure if or how much committed they are to the Indian market

The MG Windsor EV has the following shortcomings or problems:

• Quirky styling looks like a blend of hatchback and MPV and will not appeal to most buyers
• MG’s limited understanding of product pricing in India and/or their hunger to capture as much margin as the market will allow make their cars’ upfront as well as resale value quite uncertain
• Lack of physical controls (power mirrors, roof curtain and headlamps) makes it difficult to get used to and has a fairly steep learning curve for anyone beginning to drive the Windsor; so sharing the car with friends or family is not as easy as tossing them the keys
• BaaS will require a lot of math (and head scratching) for buyers to understand if it makes sense for their usage or not; thus, this car can’t be an emotional/impulsive purchase for most buyers but a calculated, logical decision; Update: BaaS is not worth considering as it’s just another long-term loan repackaged and marketed as a subscription service
• Big windows along with minimal tint and a huge glass roof do impact the cabin’s cooling, and therefore, the car’s range in regions with hot climate
• Huge 18-inch wheels will not only affect the comfort (due to smaller sidewall) but also add to the rotating mass, thus impacting its range; 16-inch wheels in base and 17-inch in higher variants would have been sufficient and efficient
• The big boot space figure may mislead a lot of buyers as the Windsor’s boot space estimation not only includes the space up to the roof but also includes the under-floor space created from the missing spare wheel
• Even with majority Indian stake in MG (51%), being a rebadged Chinese product may turn some people off
• Missing features even in top variant, such as, rear window sunshades, rear parcel tray, and front parking sensors
• Mid variant gets non-breathable leather upholstery but doesn’t get ventilation, which could be a problem for buyers who live in hot and humid regions
• ADAS uses a single camera to drive itself and prevent accidents; this seems like an inadequate setup to effectively do its job as we noticed during our test drive of the Windsor Pro

What Is The Price Of MG Windsor EV Variants?

The MG Windsor EV is available in 3 main variants — Excite, Exclusive and Essence. The base variant only gets a 37.9kWh battery pack while the higher two also get the option of 52.9kWh battery pack. The Windsor with the smaller battery pack cost between Rs. 14.0 lakh and Rs. 16.15 lakh. The Exclusive Pro and Essence Pro variants with the larger battery pack cost Rs. 17.25 lakh and Rs. 18.31 lakh, respectively. The larger battery pack costs roughly Rs. 2.20 lakh more but the two Pro variants also offer some additional features, which we will discuss later in this article.

MG Windsor EV Excite — Base Model Standard Features

The Windsor EV base model (Excite) costs Rs. 14.0 lakh (ex-showroom) and it’s only available with the smaller, 37.9kWh battery pack.

The most notable features of the Windsor base model variant are:

In this variant, you may miss features like:

• Front parking sensors
• Rear camera
• Rear parcel tray
• Rear armrest
• Rear window sunshades
• TPMS

If, like me, you also find oversized displays, telematics, leather upholstery or large alloy wheels redundant, then you should consider this variant. For a car of this size costing Rs. 14.0 lakh (ex-sh), the Windsor Excite is quite well loaded.

MG Windsor EV Excite vs Exclusive, Exclusive Pro Variant — Price, Feature Comparison

Exclusive variant onwards, you can choose between the 37.9kWh and 52.9kWh battery options. The Windsor Exclusive with the smaller battery packs is Rs. 1.05 lakh pricier than the base model and costs Rs. 15.05 lakh (ex-showroom). For the larger battery pack, you’ll have to pay another Rs. 2.20 lakh as the Exclusive Pro costs Rs. 17.25 lakh.

The Exclusive and Exclusive Pro variants of the Windsor EV get the following additional notable features over the base Excite variant:

In the mid variant, you may miss feature like:

• Rear parcel tray
• Rear window sunshades
• Front parking sensors
• Seat ventilation
• V2V/V2L (Pro variant)

For smaller battery buyers, features like large alloy wheels, a large touchscreen and leather upholstery, which offer high perceived value, help this variant deliver 66% more value for the incremental price over the base model. Naturally, it’s a great choice from a value perspective.

With the larger battery, this variant gives 37% extra value over the incremental cost compared to the base model. However, considering some missing features of this trim, the value-for-money and feature mix of the higher variant, we’d suggest stretching your budget. The upgrade is highly recommended for buyers interested in the larger battery pack.

Now, let’s explore what you get by stretching your budget for the top model

MG Windsor EV Exclusive vs Essence, Essence Pro Variant — Price, Feature Comparison

The Essence top model of the MG Windsor EV also costs Rs. 1.06 - 1.10 lakh more than the mid variant. The Windsor Essence carries an ex-showroom price of Rs. 16.15 lakh while hte Essence Pro with larger battery pack is Rs. 18.31 lakh.

The Windsor’s Essence variant gets the following notable additional features over the Excite trim:

In this variant, you may miss the following features:

• Rear window sunshades
• Rear parcel tray
• Front parking sensors

With the smaller battery, the top variant of the Windsor offers 22% higher value compared to the base model for the incremental cost. However, it mostly includes nice-to-have features. Opting for the larger battery will give you a longer range along with some practical features and better value. In fact, the top variant of the Windsor with the larger battery is also the most value-for-money option, delivering 78% higher value for the price paid over the base variant. This variant with the larger battery is our top recommendation for offering the best value for money and the best ownership experience.

If you are interested in buying the mid variant with the larger battery pack or the top variant with the smaller battery pack, then we highly recommend you stretch your budget all the way. The value quotient is just too strong in its favour for us to recommend slightly more affordable lower trims.

Now let’s quickly recap the recommendations for all variants.

Which Variant Of The MG Windsor EV Should You Buy?

With only 3 variants, Windsor’s buying recommendation is quite simple. Its base variant is well-equipped for a C-segment car costing 14.0 lakh (ex-showroom). There could be 2 reasons to buy this. 1st: you're already stretching your budget to get the base variant. 2nd: like me, you consider the features of higher variants such as the non-ventilated artificial leather upholstery, larger alloy wheels, bigger touchscreen and telematics of the mid variant, or the glass roof of the top model to be deal breakers. Thus, the base variant seems like an obvious choice and a good option.

However, from a value perspective, if you spend just Rs. 1.0 lakh more, the mid variant gives you features worth almost Rs. 2.0 lakh. Still, we wouldn’t recommend it. This is because the top variant also provides features worth almost Rs. 2.0 lakh for an additional cost of just Rs. 1.0 lakh. So, when the top variant gives you superior value, it becomes and easy recommendation and the top recommended variant for Windsor buyers.

It’s possible that right now, you don’t need the features of the higher variant, but during ownership, 5-7 years down the line, you might feel the lack of these features when you experience these in others’ cars. At that point, selling your current car and buying a new one after absorbing the depreciation losses will turn out to be more expensive. That’s why you might have noticed that we usually recommend a higher variant if it offers good value for money upfront. They ensure much better ownership experience even after several years of ownership.

What Are The Engine Specifications Of The MG Windsor EV?

Considering the size and features of the Windsor, the MG ZS EV, Creta Electric and Curvv EV stand out as its main competitors. Recently, with a price drop of nearly Rs. 6.0 lakh, the ZS EV has also become a viable option for Windsor buyers to consider.

Here, apart from the ZS, all other cars offer the option of two battery packs. Among these, only the Windsor comes with a battery size less than 40kWh, though its larger battery is appropriately sized compared to the competition.

Before moving forward, let us clarify that the claimed efficiency figures we’ve used were calculated by dividing the range by the battery capacity. However, for a realistic mileage estimate, we’ve factored in real-world range along with the 10-11% thermal inefficiency and transmission losses that occur during charging. These are important to consider if you’re calculating long-term fuel costs. This is very easy to overlook if you’re considering buying an electric car.

Taking these factors into account, in this comparison, EVs with LFP batteries will give you a mileage of 6-7kmpu. Here, the Creta Electric will deliver over 7kmpu in real-world driving conditions. Mind you, these numbers are after factoring in the losses you’ll incur during charging.

LFP batteries have a longer lifespan, whereas NMC batteries are better at energy density and reliability. Additionally, the driving range with an NMC battery doesn’t fluctuate as much with weather conditions and they perform reliably and predictably throughout ownership, which is a key consideration when buying your first EV.

When it comes to range, as always, Tata have made the boldest claims, promising 585km. However, in realistic driving conditions, you can expect around 385km from it. In Tata’s case, you’ll notice a deviation of almost 35% from the claimed range in real-world driving. The next biggest deviation is visible in the ZS, at around 26%. Here, the Windsor and Creta Electric show the least deviation between their claimed and real-world ranges.

To sum it up, the Windsor’s smaller battery will give you around 280km of range while the larger battery pack will give around 370km with a full charge.

You can use our Fuel Cost Calculator to see how any petrol, diesel or CNG car will cost to run based on the latest fuel price in your city.

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What Are The Dimensions Of The MG Windsor EV?

The Windsor is about as long as its competitors but stands out with its height and a noticeably wider body. It also offers the longest wheelbase and the largest boot space among its peers, giving you the best rear-seat legroom. The lack of a spare wheel also helps the Windsor offer the best boot space. Although, its higher variants offer slightly less cargo volume due to the inclusion of a subwoofer in the trunk.

In terms of ground clearance, all cars are satisfactory except for the ZS. The poor thing doesn’t even have the bare minimum 180mm of ground clearance to justify wearing the SUV tag. Cars like the Nano, Espresso, Kwid and Ignis offer 180mm or higher clearance. The Creta’s battery does look vulnerable and raises some concerns, but it also has the highest ground clearance among the cars we’re comparing here. So, the Creta Electric’s battery pack is the safest from underbody damage.

The ZS and Creta Electric get 17-inch wheels in all variants. The Windsor and Curvv offer both 17-inch and 18-inch wheels, depending on the variant.

Find out how you can get the best mileage or fuel efficiency from your car:

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What Are The Colour Options Of The MG Windsor EV?

The Windsor EV is available in the following 6 colour options:

• White
• Black
• Red
• Light grey (Aurora silver in MG speak)
• Teal (a.k.a., Turquoise green)
• Dark blue

While all of these colour options are available with the Windsor Pro top model, other variants get limited options. To find out the variant-wise colour option availability of the 2025 Windsor EV, you can visit the following link:

2025 MG Windsor EV – Variant-Wise Exterior Colour Options

Note: Here is a quick look at our length-based segmentation of cars to give you an idea of how we are classifying cars based on their size.

You can read more about vehicle segmentation at the following link:

Car Segments Explained — With Body Styles And Examples