MG Windsor EV: A Visual Comparison of Base and Top Variants
The MG Windsor EV is a stylish and feature-packed electric SUV that offers a range of options to suit different budgets and preferences. This comparison highlights the key differences between the base-spec Excite variant and the top-spec Essence variant, helping you decide which one is the right fit for you.
Exterior Design
Front:
- Excite: LED projector headlights, connected LED DRLs, illuminated MG logo, black skid plate.
- Essence: Same as Excite, but with a silver skid plate.
Side:
- Excite: 17-inch steel wheels, black body cladding, manually operable flush door handles, turn indicators on ORVMs.
- Essence: 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, body side moulding with chrome insert, electronically deploying flush door handles, roof rails, fixed panoramic glass roof.
Rear:
- Excite: Tail lights connected by LED light bar, blacked-out rear skid plate, LED fog lamps.
- Essence: Same as Excite, but with chrome-finished rear skid plate and rear windshield defogger.
Interior Design
Dashboard:
- Excite: All-black cabin, leatherette door pads, 10.1-inch touchscreen, 7-inch digital driver’s display, auto AC with rear vents.
- Essence: Leatherette finish on dashboard and steering wheel, 15.6-inch touchscreen, 8.8-inch driver’s display, rolling cover for center console storage.
Seats:
- Excite: Fabric upholstery, adjustable headrests for all passengers except middle rear, rear seat reclines up to 135 degrees.
- Essence: Leatherette seat upholstery, ventilated front seats, center armrest in rear, rear seat reclines up to 135 degrees.
Features
- Excite: Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel, audio and call controls, cruise control, day/night IRVM, 6 airbags, all four disc brakes, rear parking sensors, electronic parking brake.
- Essence: All features from Excite, plus 6-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, wireless phone charger, 360-degree camera, rear defogger.
Powertrain and Range
Both variants are equipped with a 38 kWh battery that delivers 136 PS and 200 Nm of torque, providing a MIDC-claimed range of up to 331 km.
Rivals
The MG Windsor EV competes with models like the Tata Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV400 EV.
FAQs
What is the price difference between the base and top variants of the MG Windsor EV?
The base-spec Excite variant is priced at Rs 9.99 lakh, while the top-spec Essence variant is priced at Rs 15.49 lakh (introductory ex-showroom, pan-India).
What are the key differences in the exterior design?
The top-spec Essence variant features 18-inch alloy wheels, body side moulding, electronically deploying flush door handles, roof rails, and a fixed panoramic glass roof.
What are the key differences in the interior design?
The top-spec Essence variant has a leatherette interior, a larger touchscreen, a 6-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, and a wireless phone charger.
