I am considering buying an EV with a ₹15-20 lakh budget. My strong contender is the MG Windsor EV. Some of my friends have advised against the brand, citing quality and safety concerns. Is there any truth to these concerns? Please also advise on any other cars in this price segment. My primary use case is family use, and another important consideration is that the vehicle needs to be handicap-friendly or allow for handicap-friendly modifications.

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The MG Windsor EV is a good, value-for-money option in the market. Owners have been largely satisfied with their purchase, with no particular known flaw or fault with the vehicle. We suspect that the advice you've been getting seems to be hearsay rather than first-hand experience.

Yes, the user-experience isn't the easiest as most functions are embedded in the rather slow touchscreen. However, this is something that, as an owner, you will get used to. What you will appreciate, though, is the sheer cab and boot space on offer, which for its price seems unmatched.

Since you have a budget of Rs 20 lakh, we'd recommend you seriously consider the entry-level Kia Carens Clavis EV, which is a three-row electric MPV. It is a lot more expensive than the MG Windsor EV, but it feels more premium and more polished.

You will have to reach out to a reputed specialized service provider to discuss the possibilities of modifications on either of these two cars to make them handicap-friendly.

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