I am looking to buy an EV within a ₹20-21 lakh budget. Right now, I am confused between the MG Windsor Pro Essence trim and the Maruti e Vitara Alpha trim. Which one should I go for?

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Between the two, the MG Windsor Pro is more spacious, and its light coloured seats enhance the sense of space even further. Its boot is much larger, too. Furthermore, it is well-equipped and more affordable (than the Maruti e Vitara), hence it is a better value too.

Even though the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara has a larger 61kWh battery, its kerb weight of 1.8 tonnes makes it much heavier than the Windsor Pro (1.56 tonnes) with the 52.9kWh battery. Hence, you can expect a real-world range of approximately 370-390km, similar to the MG.

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I am planning to buy a car with a budget of ₹18-19 lakh. My initial choice was the Kia Seltos, but I have noticed that similarly sized EVs like the MG Windsor EV and Mahindra BE 6 (Pack One) are available in a similar price range due to ongoing discounts. My usage is around 800 km per month, mostly within the city (Delhi-NCR), along with occasional outstation trips once or twice a year. Given this, does it make sense to switch to an EV for my usage pattern? Should I spend around ₹18 lakh on a Kia Seltos HTK(O) IVT, opt for a similarly priced variant at around ₹16.5 lakh, or choose an EV like the Windsor at ₹19 lakh and benefit from lower running costs?

Autocar India

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Go for the Kia Seltos HTK (O) DCT for your 800 km a month in Delhi NCR and one or two long trips a year, it is the easiest, least-stress choice in your budget. In daily city traffic, the DCT automatic, feels very smooth and makes stop-and-go driving simple. The Seltos is roomy for family use, rides well, and Kia’s service reach in and around Delhi is strong, so ownership is straightforward. For the rare outstation run, you just fill up and go, with no planning around chargers or range.One thing to be aware of is that the 1.5-litre NA engine isn't the most enthusiastic when pushed on the highway. If saving on fuel is your main goal, an EV will help, but at 800 km a month, the extra money you pay upfront will take time to come back.If you have private parking with a socket for home charging, look at the MG Windsor EV Pro. It is smooth and cheap to run in the city, but expect to plan charging stops on highway trips.

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I need advice on choosing between the MG Windsor EV and the Tata Curvv EV. Given the ongoing discounts, the Curvv EV variants are now priced similarly to the Windsor EV. My daily usage is mostly in the city, covering around 60-80 km, along with frequent weekend highway drives. While the Windsor EV offers better rear seat space, my primary concerns are safety and ride comfort, especially since I will be travelling with a small child. I would also like to understand how useful ADAS features are on Indian roads. Do they genuinely improve safety, or can they become a hassle, such as sudden braking, particularly in heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic during daily commutes? Which of these two EVs would be the better choice for my needs?

Autocar India

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The Tata Curvv EV rides better, and the suspension handles rough roads well, so your child will not get tossed around. Its rear seat space is reasonable, although its sloping roofline limits headroom for tall adults.As you've rightly mentioned, the MG Windsor feels much roomier, and it's got a huge boot too. However, most functions are embedded in its slow-to-respond touchscreen, and its ride comfort isn't as good as Tata's either. Alternatively, you could check out the Vinfast VF6 and Kia Carens Clavis EV, both of which are (pricier) excellent alternatives to the Curvv EV.As far as ADAS goes, these certainly provide an extra layer of safety, and can be a life-saver in case the driver isn't paying attention. However, it can occasionally feel intrusive, especially in bumper-to-bumper conditions. When other road users cut you off, you could be taken by surprise and slam on the brakes. Hence, it would be better to leave these off for the city, and use them only on the highway.

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I am planning to buy a new SUV with a budget of around ₹20 lakh. I am confused between the Renault Duster (new generation) and the Tata Sierra. My usage will primarily be within Delhi for city driving, along with occasional long drives (around once a month). My main priorities are mileage and comfort. Could you please advise which of these would be the better choice? Also, feel free to suggest any other suitable options within my budget that offer better mileage and comfort.

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Since comfort is a priority for you, we would recommend the Tata Sierra. The car has a very spacious cabin, and the seats are very comfy too. Against the Renault Duster, the rear seating space in the Sierra is significantly more. As for mileage, we have yet to put the Renault Duster through our instrumented test cycle. But in any case, if mileage is your top priority ahead of comfort, then you would consider waiting for the hybrid Duster. It is likely to launch this festive season or the diesel Sierra, though with a diesel, it's best for every two to three weeks, you have a long drive of around 20 mins with speeds above 50kph to keep the diesel particulate filter in good health. As an alternative, you can consider the strong hybrid versions of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder or the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, where the mileage would be significantly more. In our real-world tests, the Grand Vitara strong hybrid returned an impressive 23.77kpl in the city and 20.39kpl on the highway. In city traffic, the hybrid system mostly runs on the electric motor. One thing to be aware of: the hybrid’s boot is smaller than some rivals because of the battery, so check your luggage fit.

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