MG Windsor Pro vs Mahindra XUV400 EL Pro: Go For An Electric Crossover Or Choose An Electric SUV

Published May 9, 2025
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With similar price tags, one EV leans towards convenience while the other focuses more on performance

To make it more appealing, MG launched the Pro variant of the Windsor EV with a bigger battery pack, offering more range. However, its pricing now places it in the segment where electric SUVs also compete, including the EL Pro variants of the Mahindra XUV400 EV. Should you choose the Windsor for its practicality or pick the XUV400 for its SUV form factor? Find out as we compare both EVs closely.

Price

Model

MG Windsor EV Pro

Mahindra XUV400 EL Pro

Price (ex-showroom)

Rs 17.49 lakh (without Baas)

Rs 12.49 lakh + Rs 4.5/km (with Baas)

Rs 16.94 lakh to Rs 17.69 lakh

Comparing the pricing of the MG Windsor Pro as a whole with the Mahindra XUV400 EL Pro, the starting price difference is Rs 55,000. However, this is if you choose the 34.5 kWh battery pack with the XUV400 EL Pro. If you pick the XUV400 EL Pro with the larger 39.4 kWh battery pack, the prices are identical to the Windsor EV Pro.

That said, MG also offers the Windsor Pro with its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) plan, where you will have to pay an additional Rs 4.5 per kilometre over the Rs 12.49 lakh starting price, making it a more affordable option.

Dimensions

Parameter	MG Windsor EV	Mahindra XUV400
Length	4295 mm (+95 mm)	4200 mm
Width	1850 mm (+29 mm)	1821 mm
Height	1677 mm (+43 mm)	1634 mm
Wheelbase	2700 mm (+100 mm)	2600 mm

The Windsor EV, because of its crossover form factor, overall turns out to be a larger vehicle. Over the XUV400 EV, the Windsor offers more interior space with its larger wheelbase, while its greater height and width as well will probably contribute to its better road stability. That said, the width and height of the XUV400 are short by 29 mm and 43 mm respectively.

Features

Equipment	MG Windsor EV Essence Pro	Mahindra XUV400 EL Pro
Lighting setup	LED headlights with DRLs and LED taillights	LED headlights with DRLs and LED taillights
Alloy wheels	18-inch alloy wheels	16-inch alloy wheels
Infotainment System	15.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay	10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay
Digital Driver’s Display	Yes, 10.1-inch	Yes, 10.25-inch
Sound System	9-speaker Infinity sound system	6-speaker sound system
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Sunroof	Yes, fixed glass roof	Yes, single-pane sunroof
Seat Ventilation	Yes, front-row only	No
Powered Seats	Yes, driver only	No
Sliding and Reclining Rear Seats	Yes, 135-degree	No
Climate Control	Yes, automatic	Yes, automatic
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Ambient Lighting	Yes	No
Connected Car Tech	Yes	Yes
Digital Key	Yes	No
Vehicle To Load Technology	Yes	No
Airbags	6 (standard)	6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	Yes	Yes
ADAS	Yes, level-2	No
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
360-degree Camera	Yes	No
Electronic Parking Brake	Yes	No

When it comes to features, the Windsor EV packs a well-rounded cabin. For added convenience, it offers niceties like a powered driver’s seat, a larger infotainment system, a digital key, and reclining rear seats. It also comes with Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology, allowing you to use it as a power source, a handy feature during road trips or emergencies.

On the safety front, the Windsor also gets the advantage of Level-2 ADAS, something the XUV400 does not offer. That said, both EVs come equipped with six airbags and useful safety tech like a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Powertrain Specifications

	MG Windsor Pro	Mahindra XUV400 EL Pro
Battery Pack	52.9 kWh	34.5 kWh/ 39.5 kWh
Power/ Torque	136 PS/ 200 Nm	150 PS/ 310 Nm (for both battery pack options)
Claimed Range	449 km	359 (34.5 kWh), 456 km (39.5 kWh)

Even though the Windsor Pro comes equipped with a bigger battery pack, it falls short on performance when compared to the XUV400 EL Pro. The same goes for their claimed range as well. That said, the difference is not very significant.

Verdict

To conclude, the Windsor EV Pro overall turns out to be a very appealing choice over the Mahindra XUV400 EL Pro. It offers a better set of features that will enhance your overall ownership experience, whilst providing more comfort in terms of space as well.

In contrast, if your sole requirement is to extract maximum performance from your EV, the XUV400 EL Pro becomes the better pick of the two. However, when it comes to range, the difference between both is quite minimal, making the Windsor EV a strong contender.

Tell us in the comments below, which EV would you go for, and what’s your reason?