MG has launched the Windsor in India with an introductory starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Notably, the Windsor includes an additional charge of Rs 3.5 per kilometre driven for the battery pack. Although the Windsor doesn’t have any direct rivals, it competes with other electric SUVs like the Tata Nexon EV, Mahindra XUV400, and the newly introduced Tata Curvv EV. Let’s compare these four electric vehicles to see how they stack up against each other in terms of dimensions, powertrain, and pricing.
Dimensions Comparison
| Car | MG Windsor | Tata Curvv EV | Tata Nexon EV | Mahindra XUV400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4295 | 4310 | 3994 | 4200 |
| Width (mm) | 1850 | 1810 | 1811 | 1821 |
| Height (mm) | 1677 | 1637 | 1616 | 1634 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2700 | 2560 | 2498 | 2600 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 186 | 186-190 | 190-205 | – |
| Boot Space (litres) | 604 | 500 | 350 | 378 |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R18 | 215/55 R18 | 215/60 R16 | 205/65 R16 |
The Tata Curvv EV is the longest among these models at 4,310mm, followed closely by the Windsor at 4,295mm. The Windsor stands out as the widest (1,850mm) and tallest (1,677mm) of the group, and it also boasts the longest wheelbase at 2,700mm. However, the Nexon EV leads in ground clearance, ranging from 190mm to 205mm, while the Windsor excels in boot space, offering 604 litres. Both the Windsor and Curvv EV ride on 18-inch wheels, whereas the Nexon EV and XUV400 are equipped with 16-inch wheels.
Despite its MPV-like stance, the Windsor seats only five passengers across two rows, making it more akin to a large hatchback. In contrast, the Nexon EV and XUV400 are traditional SUVs, and the Curvv EV adopts a coupe-SUV style.
Powertrain, Battery, and Range Comparison
| Car | MG Windsor | Tata Curvv EV | Tata Nexon EV | Mahindra XUV400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Size (kWh) | 38 | 45-55 | 30.40-40.5 | 34.5-39.5 |
| MIDC Range (km) | 331 | 430-502 | 275-390 | TBA |
| Power (hp) | 136 | 150-167 | 129-145 | 150 |
| Torque (Nm) | 200 | 215 | 215 | 310 |
| 0-100 kph (seconds) | – | 8.6-9 | 8.9-9.2 | 8.3 |
| Standard Charger (kW) | 3.3-7.4 | 7.2 | 3.3-7.2 | 3.3-7.2 |
| Charging Time (hours) | 6.5 | 6.5-7.9 | 4.3-6 | 6.5 |
All four vehicles feature a front-mounted single electric motor setup. The Tata Curvv EV offers the highest power output of up to 167hp, while the Mahindra XUV400 leads in torque with 310Nm. The XUV400 also claims the fastest 0-100 kph acceleration time at 8.3 seconds. The MG Windsor provides a claimed range of 331km from its 38kWh battery, which is ahead of the Nexon EV’s base variant (275km), but falls short of the Curvv EV’s top 502km range from its 55kWh battery. Mahindra has yet to disclose the updated range for the XUV400 under the new MIDC test cycle.
Price Comparison
| Car | MG Windsor | Tata Curvv EV | Tata Nexon EV | Mahindra XUV400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (Rs lakh) | 9.99-TBA*^ | 17.49-21.99* | 12.49-16.29** | 15.49-17.69 |
*Introductory prices
^Battery price not included
**Prices valid till October 31, 2024
The MG Windsor’s introductory price starts at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base Excite variant, but this does not include the battery cost, which is charged at Rs 3.5 per kilometre driven. This pricing strategy allows the Windsor to undercut its rivals, whose prices include the battery cost. The Tata Curvv EV is positioned as the most premium offering with introductory prices ranging from Rs 17.49 lakh to Rs 21.99 lakh.
Tata Motors has temporarily reduced the prices of the Nexon EV by up to Rs 3 lakh until October 31, 2024, making it available between Rs 12.49 lakh and Rs 16.29 lakh. After the festive period, these prices will revert to the original range of Rs 14.49 lakh to Rs 19.29 lakh.
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