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MG Motor India has been a complete success with their electric vehicle – the Windsor EV. It's a savvy and trendy CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle) which Indians are falling in love with. Indeed, it is so popular that it has trumped the Tata Nexon EV!

The Windsor EV currently features a 38 kWh battery, but MG is preparing to introduce an updated model with an extended 50 kWh battery. This will make the car cover longer distances, handle well, and remain environmentally friendly. Insider experts claim that MG could release this wonderful new vehicle in late April 2025 – in just a matter of weeks!

Let us have a closer look at what this new 50 kWh Windsor EV is set to provide and why so many people are waiting for it so eagerly.

More Battery, More Range!

The present Windsor EV comes with a 38 kWh lithium-ion battery, which provides it with a driving range of about 331 km when fully charged. That is sufficient for city driving and short distances.

But with the new 50 kWh battery pack, the Windsor EV will have a range of up to 461 km on one charge! That's 130 km more than it could do before. This added range will be such a blessing to those who have long commutes, take road trips, or never want to have to worry about running out of charge again.

The new battery is likely to be the same as the one shipped as standard in the MG ZS EV, which is a bestseller electric car. So, proven technology is what MG is relying on to bring the Windsor EV even better.

Additional Power Under the Bonnet?

We can't be 100% sure yet, but the new Windsor EV may use the same engine as the ZS EV. If so, the new Windsor might have:

• 176 bhp (brake horsepower)

• 280 Nm of torque

That would be a step-up from the current version, which offers:

• 136 bhp

• 200 Nm of torque

More power does enable the car to accelerate more quickly, get up to speed faster, and be more enjoyable to drive, particularly on freeways and mountain roads. If MG does incorporate this more powerful engine, the Windsor EV will be a solid option for consumers who desire performance and electric driving.

Built on a Future-Ready Platform

The MG Windsor EV is based on what MG refers to as the Pure Electric platform. This is a unique type of car base specifically constructed for electric vehicles. It is meant to accommodate various battery sizes and even body types.

Therefore, it won't be difficult to fit the larger 50 kWh battery. In fact, the same vehicle is already available in Indonesia under the name of Wuling Cloud EV.

When MG initially rolled out the Windsor EV in India, everybody was astonished that it came without the extended battery. Now we realize why MG didn't want prices high and keep the vehicle in touch with Indian consumer affordability. They are now planning to bring in a higher-performing variant for customers requiring enhanced range and capability.

Less Waiting = Faster Charging

Now, on to charging. The existing 38 kWh version of the Windsor EV takes around 55 minutes to charge from 0% to 80% on a 50 kW DC fast charger. That is pretty quick!

However, the new 50.3 kWh battery variant will charge even faster – only 46 minutes to get from 0% to 80%! That's less standing around and more time behind the wheel.

For users charging with a standard AC charger at home, charging time for the 50 kWh battery will be approximately 16 hours to fully charge. The 38 kWh battery will take approximately 6.5 to 7.4 hours in AC charging.

While the bigger battery charges slower with AC charging, most users charge their cars overnight in any case, so it won't be a problem. In case of emergency top-ups during the day, DC fast charging remains an option.

What About the Price?

The MG Windsor EV is now priced between ₹14 lakh and ₹16 lakh (ex-showroom). That itself is a very attractive price for an electric car with features of today.

The new 50.3 kWh version will add the company around ₹1 to ₹1.5 lakh, depending on the model. That puts the range-topping version at around ₹17.5 lakh (ex-showroom), which is still reasonable given the added range and power.

MG may only provide the larger battery on some variants, or it could provide it on all three trims. That remains to be seen, with the official unveiling being required to decide.

Battery as a Subscription (BaaS)

One of the smooth things MG provides with the Windsor EV is something referred to as Battery as a Subscription (BaaS). What this essentially means is that you don't necessarily have to purchase the battery when you buy the vehicle. Rather, you can pay for use and reduce the initial cost of the vehicle.

MG will also continue to sell BaaS with the 50 kWh variant, which will also make it affordable and flexible for consumers. This is a common model in other nations as well, particularly for electric vehicles.

Windsor EV Fueling MG's Sustained Growth

The MG Windsor EV has emerged as a very significant vehicle for MG Motor India. Ever since its launch, the company has:

1. Manufactured more than 15,000 units

2. Sold 10,000 units in 3 months since launch.

3. Sold 3,277 units in a single month recently.

4. Assisted in earning Windsor a share of 49% of the overall MG sales in India.

5. MG has acquired a share of 21% in India's electric vehicle market. Tata Motors dropped to 62% from 73% – a huge swing!

6. The new 50 kWh version will surely provide MG with even more room for expansion and overtaking other motor manufacturers.

Why Windsor EV is So Well-Loved

There are many reasons why people adore the Windsor EV:

• Reasonably priced

• Latest, stylish designs

• The practical range for everyday use

• Silent and smooth electric driving

• Low operating expenses

• Environmental-friendly technology

The new model being available with a higher range, increased power, and quick charging will ensure more consumers purchasing it.

Conclusion

MG is surely serious about electric vehicles in India. The Windsor EV with a 50 kWh battery is arriving, and it will be among the most eagerly anticipated EV introductions this year.

If you have been contemplating the purchase of an electric vehicle, this may be the ideal moment to shift gears. Whether you require it for city, weekend getaway or simply to offset the cost of petrol – Windsor EV 50 kWh model might just be your pick.

Read More: MG Windsor EV Long-Range Variant to Launch in April 2025 with 50 kWh Battery

F​AQs

Q1. When is MG Windsor EV 50 kWh available for sale in India?

It should reach the markets by April end 2025.

Q2. How long would it take to charge the 50 kWh one?

It will charge from 0 to 80% in 46 minutes using a 50 kW DC fast charger. On AC charging, it would take almost 16 hours to get a full charge.

Q3. Will the car receive a more powerful engine?

It might receive the same engine as the MG ZS EV, i.e., 176 bhp and 280 Nm torque.

Q4. How much will the new variant be more expensive?

It could be priced in the range of ₹1 to ₹1.5 lakh above the existing model.

Q5. Will MG continue to have Battery as a Subscription (BaaS)?

Yes, the BaaS model is going to be there for the 50 kWh version as well.

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