Windsor EV to Debut with MG-Jio ICP in India Along with a New Connectivity Ecosystem
The MG Windsor EV will feature the MG App Store powered by Jio, which will offer a comprehensive in-car entertainment and learning hub with access to games, movies, audiobooks, and podcasts via popular OTT platforms.
By Divyam Dubey
MG Motor India is set to enhance the EV ownership experience with new software-based services, unveiled at the Driev.Bharat event. A key feature is the connectivity platform, developed with Jio, to be included in all MG cars and SUVs. This platform offers access to OTT apps, games, and educational content, and allows drivers to view vehicle information on their home TVs. The MG-Jio Intelligent Connectivity Platform (ICP) will debut in the Windsor CUV, a globally known Cloud EV. Currently undergoing testing, the Windsor EV will be positioned between the Comet and ZS EV models. The MG Windsor EV comes with two battery options globally: a 37.9kWh pack with a range of up to 360km and a 50.6kWh pack with a range of up to 460km. Both versions feature a 132bhp front-mounted electric motor. Though official details for India are not yet confirmed, it is expected that MG will offer the 50.6kWh battery option in the Indian market.
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What is MG Jio ICP?
MG Motor India has unveiled a strategic partnership with Reliance Jio to introduce an advanced connectivity platform, dubbed the MG Jio ICP. This new system will debut in the upcoming MG Windsor and subsequently be rolled out across the entire MG car lineup.
The MG Windsor will feature the MG App Store, a comprehensive in-car entertainment and learning hub powered by Jio. Users can access a vast array of games, movies, audiobooks, and podcasts through popular OTT platforms. The vehicle will also be equipped with the Hello Jio AI voice assistant, supporting multiple Indian languages for a seamless user experience. To further enhance the connected car experience, MG is introducing the Home-2-Car platform. Jio Fiber customers can remotely monitor and control various car functions, including vehicle health, charging status, locking/unlocking, AC settings, and service scheduling directly from their TV screens.
In a bid to accelerate EV adoption, MG has launched EVPEDIA, a dedicated platform offering comprehensive information and resources on electric vehicles. EVPEDIA includes cost-of-ownership calculators, government policy insights, research papers, and interactive tools. The platform also features an AI-powered chatbot, 'eVir', providing instant answers to user queries.
MG Windsor EV: Design
The upcoming MG Windsor EV boasts a distinctive profile. Its dimensions of 1,850mm in width and 1,652mm in height, coupled with a slightly shorter length of 4,295mm than MG ZS EV, contribute to its overall proportions. However, the vehicle's most notable attribute is its extended 2,700mm wheelbase, significantly surpassing the ZS EV's 2,585mm and promising ample interior space.
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The Windsor EV boasts a modern design featuring LED lighting, a sporty stance, and 18-inch alloy wheels. While official details regarding the Indian variant are pending, it is expected to retain the core design elements of its global counterpart.
MG Cloud EV: Price
The upcoming MG Windsor EV will be positioned itself between the compact Comet EV and the larger ZS EV in MG's electric vehicle lineup for India. Expected to be priced between Rs 15 lakh and Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom), the Windsor EV is set to directly challenge the popular Tata Nexon EV.
