Hi Sir/Madam, Thank you for your valuable assistance and advice. I am planning to buy an EV and have been considering the MG Windsor Pro Exclusive. However, I have held off my decision after coming across several reviews mentioning a stiff suspension and not-so-effective air conditioning. Could you please advise whether these are real deal-breakers, or if there are better alternatives I should consider? My usage will be approximately 30% city and 70% highway.

Autocar India

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For your use case, the Maruti Suzuki eVitara, despite a range of 400+ km, drops out first. Its boot is only around 300 litres, which is tight even for two large suitcases, let alone 200kg of luggage plus four people. It’s fine as a family crossover, but not for heavy luggage and long‑haul highway use.Both the Mahindra XEV 9S and Tata Harrier EV are large, comfortable SUVs that will easily take four adults, and with their rear seats folded or adjusted, they can swallow serious luggage. The XEV 9S, being a three‑row SUV, gives you a huge, flat boot with the third row down, so it’s the most practical of the three for your 200kg luggage requirement.On range, the XEV 9S with the 79kWh battery delivers around 478km in Autocar’s real‑world test, versus about 401km for the Harrier EV AWD with a 75kWh pack. For your 100km daily highway run, both are adequate, but the Mahindra gives you a much bigger buffer even when loaded.In terms of driving feel, the Harrier EV feels more planted and tied down at high speed; the XEV 9S is softer and moves around a bit more on uneven highways, though it’s still safe and stable. On safety and maintenance, both are modern, 5‑star‑oriented SUVs with robust equipment; long‑term, Tata’s and Mahindra’s EV ecosystems are still maturing, so factor in dealer experience in your city and expect a few niggles too. Given your load, highway usage and need for range buffer, the Mahindra XEV 9S 79kWh is the most suitable overall.

Maruti Suzuki e Vitara

Mahindra XEV 9S

Tata Harrier EV

Autocar India

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With your kind of usage of 30,000-40,000 km a year, mostly city driving, long-term ownership and an 8 kW solar setup, going electric makes a lot of sense. Running costs will be significantly lower, especially since you can charge at home using surplus solar, and the smooth, silent nature of an EV suits city driving perfectly.The Tata Nexon EV Long Range is still one of the most well-rounded options here. It offers a good balance of range, practicality and ease of use, and can handle your occasional 300-500 km trips with one planned charging stop. It is also a proven product with a wide user base.However, since you have concerns about Tata’s service, it is worth considering alternatives. The MG Windsor EV with the larger battery pack is a strong option. It offers more space, a more premium feel and a bigger battery, which helps with range and reduces charging stops. The Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara is another promising option, especially from a long-term ownership perspective, thanks to Maruti’s strong service network and reliability.Diesel is still a valid fallback. If you prefer complete flexibility and do not want to depend on charging infrastructure at all, options like the Hyundai Creta diesel automatic or Kia Sonet diesel automatic make sense, offering strong mileage and effortless highway performance.So, the decision comes down to priorities. Given your high running and solar setup, an EV is clearly the smarter long-term choice. Among EVs, the Nexon EV is the proven option, the Windsor EV offers more space and range, and the e Vitara is the safest bet for long-term ownership. Diesel should only be considered if you want maximum convenience without planning charging stops.

Tata Nexon EV

MG Windsor

Maruti Suzuki e Vitara

Hyundai Creta

Kia Sonet

Autocar India

•1h

Go for the Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid ZX(O) 7-seater costing up to Rs. 50 lakh on road, it suits a family best for comfort, space and easy driving. For moderate use, the petrol-hybrid is the sweet spot: it pairs a petrol engine with an electric motor to help in traffic. So it always feels smooth like an automatic and keeps fuel use in check without any charging. The second row is wide and very comfortable, the ride is calm on most roads, and the driving position is easy for all heights. Toyota’s service reach is strong across India, and resale is usually high, which matters in long-term family ownership.One thing to be aware of: with all three rows in use, the boot is small, so plan for that. Also, top trims with larger wheels can feel a bit firm on sharp bumps, so check this on a test drive.If you want more power and lots of features for less money, look at the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic 7-seater. It is quick, safe and gets driver-assist features that help on highways, but the third row is tighter, and the city ride can feel busier. If you often carry seven adults and drive on rough roads, the MG Gloster 7-seater is big, comfy and feels tough. With a calm highway gait, just note that it is very difficult to park and MG’s service network is smaller than Toyota’s.Overall, the Innova Hycross Hybrid is the most family-friendly and hassle-free pick; during the test drive, load all three rows and drive over broken patches to be sure the comfort works for your family.

Toyota Innova HyCross

Mahindra XUV 7XO

MG Gloster