MG Windsor EV ‘Commute’ Taxi Variant Launched At Rs. 13.49 Lakh

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Dubbed the Commute, the fleet-based taxi variant of the MG Windsor EV costs Rs. 61,000 lesser than the Excite trim

JSW MG Motor India has discreetly introduced a more affordable and fleet-oriented version of the Windsor EV in India named the Commute variant. Priced at Rs 13.49 lakh (ex-showroom), it looks to appeal for commercial customers taking advantage of the good reception for the nameplate already. Putting into perspective, the Commute variant is around Rs 61,000 cheaper than the Excite trim.

In Haryana, the on-road cost comes to around Rs 13.93 lakh after adding TCS of Rs 13,490, an essential kit priced at Rs 29,835 and a nominal Rs 700 for FasTag. Consumers can further reduce the initial outlay by opting for MG’s Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model which separates battery ownership from the vehicle cost and allows for a lower purchase price with a rental-based battery plan.

As for equipment, it gains manual air conditioning, cruise control, tilt and telescopic steering adjustment, power windows and multiple USB charging ports for both rows. While the 7-inch digital instrument cluster is retained, the larger 10.1-inch touchscreen seen in higher variants is omitted inside the cabin.

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Instead, customers get a basic infotainment system supporting USB, FM and Bluetooth connectivity. The interior theme is predominantly black with fabric upholstery. Rear passengers also benefit from reclining seats. The Commute variant comes equipped with four disc brakes, dual airbags, hill-hold assist, tyre pressure monitoring system and three-point seatbelts for all occupants.

Despite being positioned as an entry-level variant, the Commute retains the same mechanical bits as its higher trims. It continues to draw power from a 38 kWh battery pack which is said to deliver an ARAI-claimed driving range of about 332 km on a single charge. Charging options remain unchanged as well with a 7.4 kW AC charger taking close to seven hours for a full charge.

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A 45 kW DC fast charger can juice it up from 20 to 80 per cent in just 45 minutes. As for the exterior, the MG Windsor Commute does not completely strip away premium elements. It still gets LED projector headlamps, flush-fitting door handles and ORVMs mounted on turn signals. However, cost-cutting measures are evident in the switch to 17-inch steel wheels instead of a set of alloys.

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