Hyundai Creta Electric vs MG Windsor EV vs MG ZS EV (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Creta Electric if you want the longest claimed range (473 km).
- Pick the MG Windsor EV if you want the lowest starting price (₹14.00 Lakh), the biggest boot (604 L).
- Pick the MG ZS EV if you want the most power (174 bhp).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Creta Electric | MG Windsor EV | MG ZS EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹17.99 Lakh – ₹24.38 Lakh | ₹14.00 Lakh – ₹18.50 Lakh | ₹17.00 Lakh – ₹20.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | Front-mounted PMSM motor, 42 kWh / 51.4 kWh battery | 38 kWh / 52.9 kWh battery, front-mounted motor | 50.3 kWh battery, front-mounted motor |
| Max power | 169 bhp | 134 bhp | 174 bhp |
| Fuel options | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Transmissions | Single-speed Automatic | Single-speed Automatic | Single-speed Automatic |
| Claimed range | 473 km | 449 km | 461 km |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | Not tested | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 433 L | 604 L | 448 L |
Hyundai Creta Electric in short
The Creta Electric, unveiled at Auto Expo 2025, is Hyundai's mainstream EV built on the familiar Creta body, targeting the Tata Curvv EV, Maruti e Vitara and MG ZS EV. It offers 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh battery packs with a claimed range of up to 473 km, plus vehicle-to-load capability. Familiar Creta ergonomics with EV running costs make it an easy first electric car.
Full Creta Electric prices & variants →MG Windsor EV in short
The MG Windsor EV is a crossover-style electric family car that became one of India's best-selling EVs on the back of its limousine-like rear seat and aggressive Battery-as-a-Service pricing. It squares up against the Tata Curvv EV, Nexon EV and Mahindra's electric SUVs. The larger-battery Windsor Pro pushes claimed range to 449 km.
Full Windsor EV prices & variants →MG ZS EV in short
The MG ZS EV is one of India's longest-running electric SUVs, updated in 2022 with a bigger 50.3 kWh battery and a claimed 461 km range. It offers genuinely brisk performance with 174 bhp on tap and a conventional SUV shape that eases the switch from petrol power. Rivals include the Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6 and Hyundai Creta Electric.
Full ZS EV prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Creta Electric vs Windsor EV vs ZS EV — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Creta Electric if you want the longest claimed range (473 km). Pick the MG Windsor EV if you want the lowest starting price (₹14.00 Lakh), the biggest boot (604 L). Pick the MG ZS EV if you want the most power (174 bhp). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Creta Electric, Windsor EV, ZS EV?
The MG Windsor EV starts lowest at ₹14.00 Lakh, against ₹17.00 Lakh for the ZS EV and ₹17.99 Lakh for the Creta Electric (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Creta Electric: not yet NCAP-tested; MG Windsor EV: not yet NCAP-tested; MG ZS EV: not yet NCAP-tested.