Stuck between the MG Windsor EV and Hyundai Ioniq 5? You’re not alone — both target Indian crossover buyers, but the Hyundai Ioniq 5 edges ahead on ARAI range (631 km vs 449 km), and the MG Windsor EV undercuts on entry price (₹14.00L vs ₹46.05L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
MG Windsor EV vs Hyundai Ioniq 5
MG Windsor EV
crossover
Hyundai Ioniq 5
crossover
Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | MG Windsor EV | Hyundai Ioniq 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,400,000 | ₹4,605,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 38 | 72.6 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 331 | 631 |
| Range real-world (km) | 240 | 480 |
| Motor power (hp) | 134 | 215 |
| Torque (Nm) | 200 | 350 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 140 | 185 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 9.2 | 7.6 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 45 | 350 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 55 | 18 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 6.5 | 6 |
| Boot space (L) | 604 | 527 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 186 | 163 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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MG Windsor EV
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the MG Windsor EV if you want lower entry price. Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 if you value longer real-world range and faster DC charging.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the Windsor EV at 449 km and the Ioniq 5 at 631 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 336 km vs 473 km respectively — the Ioniq 5 edges out by 137 km in mixed city + highway driving.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?
Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The MG Windsor EV is ~₹32.05L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.
Which is faster to charge?
Peak DC rate is 60 kW for the Windsor EV vs 350 kW for the Ioniq 5. 10–80% takes 50 min vs 18 min — the Ioniq 5 is faster on a long highway stop.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.