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New Delhi. MG Motor India has finally launched its third full electric car, the Windsor EV, in India. The starting introductory price of this car has been fixed at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). However, there is a big twist in this. This price is only for the car, while the battery will be rented by the company as a “service”, the charge for which will be Rs 3.5 per kilometer.
Bookings for the MG Windsor EV will begin from October 3, and test drives will be available from October 13. Till now the company has not disclosed the full price and delivery dates of this compact utility vehicle (CUV). Windsor EV will be available in three variants which include Excite, Exclusive, and Essence.
MG Windsor EV: Exterior
As mentioned earlier, the MG Windsor EV is a rebadged version of the Wuling Cloud EV sold in China. Inspired by the design of the Cloud EV, the Windsor EV features a sleek split headlight setup and connected LED DRLs. Its side profile looks quite simple and attractive, with flush door handles and 18-inch alloy wheels, which give it a clean and modern look.
MG Windsor EV: Features are amazing
Inside the car, there is a massive 15.6-inch infotainment system, which is the largest in its segment and offers seamless connectivity with integrated apps like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and JioSaavn. The 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster further enhances the driving experience. The rear seats recline up to 135 degrees, while the electrically adjustable front seats and rear AC vents provide additional comfort.
One special thing is that MG Windsor EV is the first mass-market EV which has a spectacular glass roof. Apart from this, it has been provided with premium features like 6-way electrically adjustable driver seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 256 multi-color ambient lights. Other features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker Infinity sound system, wireless phone charging, and powered tailgate.
MG Windsor EV: Battery and range
To power the MG Windsor EV, a 38kWh LFP battery has been used, in which prismatic cells are used. This battery sends energy to an electric motor, which is mounted on the front axle. This motor produces power of 134 bhp and torque of 200 Nm. According to ARAI, its estimated range once fully charged is 331 kilometers. It has four drive modes: Eco, Eco+, Normal, and Sport.
MG Motor is also offering multiple charging options with the Windsor EV. It features a 3.3 kW CCS2 connection, which takes 13.8 hours to charge the battery. Additionally, 7.4 kW and 50 kW charging options are also available, which can charge the battery in 6.5 hours and 55 minutes respectively. The battery can also be charged with a 45 kW DC fast charger. Along with this, MG is renting the battery as a service at the rate of Rs 3.5 per km.
MG Windsor EV: How much will it cost to run?
Suppose you travel 50,000 kilometers in a year with this electric car, then you will have to pay less than Rs 2 lakh as battery rent. This means that after purchasing MG Windsor EV, you will pay a battery subscription cost of Rs 3.5.
Tag: auto news, electric car
first published : September 14, 2024, 09:48 IST
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