MG Windsor EV: Top 3 reasons to buy and 2 to skip

In under nine months since the Windsor EV’s September 2025 launch, JSW-MG Motor India sold close to 31,000 Windsor EVs, making up a hefty 59 percent of all MG cars sold during the same period. Then, the popularity of the five-seater MG EV is evident, and maybe you’re considering adding one to your garage. Keep reading as we detail 3 positives and 2 weaknesses of the MG Windsor EV to make an informed purchase.

Reasons to buy the MG Windsor EV

1. Lounge rear seats accommodate 3 people comfortably

The ‘aero lounge’ seating experience, especially at the back, is where the electric vehicle truly shines. As noted in our MG Windsor EV review, they’re well-padded and offer ample space for three abreast. Room for your legs, head and shoulders is also generous, and the backrest can be reclined for added comfort. And the Windsor EV’s skateboard platform lends it a flat floor, ensuring even the middle passenger gets a comfortable ride.

2. Good range efficiency

MG offers 38kWh and 52.9kWh (Pro) battery options with the Windsor EV, and their respective ARAI-claimed ranges are 332km and 449km. After putting the Windsor EV 38kWh through Autocar India’s stringent tests, we recorded a real-world range of 308km (8.6km/kWh) – impressively close to its claimed figure. Thanks to features like regenerative braking and drive modes, the smaller battery still delivers a respectable range. Very rarely do EVs achieve their ARAI-rated range, and should the Windsor EV Pro deliver a similar efficiency, a real-world range north of 400km is likely. That means it’s well-suited for both city and intercity trips.

3. Flexible financing options keep the upfront cost low

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With the innovative battery as a service (BaaS) rental scheme, the initial costs of owning any MG electric vehicle in India come down significantly. MG’s BaaS programme lets buyers pay for the battery separately on a rental basis (think EMIs); payment for the vehicle, though, has to be made in full. Depending on the variant and finance partner, one can pay between Rs 4 lakh and Rs 5 lakh less on the MG Windsor EV with the BaaS programme, at least up front. It’s advised to contact your nearest MG showroom for BaaS terms and conditions.

Reasons not to buy the MG Windsor EV

1. Huge reliance on touchscreen for major functions

The Windsor suffers from a lack of physical buttons in the cabin, just like many other electric vehicles of late. This has been done for a clean and minimal dashboard design, with major controls crammed into the central touchscreen – 10.1-inch and 15.6-inch options. Something as basic as adjusting the ORVMs can only be done via the display, which might be distracting on the move. Connecting your smartphone via Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay takes up the whole screen, resulting in key vehicle control functions a few touches away. That said, the India-spec Windsor EV gets a neat bank of buttons for HVAC and hazard lights below the touchscreen, while the steering has a customisable hot button.  

2. Poor cabin insulation lets in road and ambient noise

While much thought has been put into the cabin comfort, poor cabin sound insulation lets in road, suspension and ambient noises, detracting from the experience. Lack of acoustic insulation also means that those standing outside can hear music or phone conversations from inside the car, even with moderate speaker volume. Given Windsor’s demand in the country, we expect MG to soon fix this flaw from an otherwise premium offering.

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