EVs are the talk of the town. While they still command a small share of the market, they are considered almost unanimously to be the mobility of the future. Over the years, many carmakers have entered the foray and technology today has progressed enough to make them a completely viable alternative to fossil-fuel powered siblings while simultaneously giving rise to the causes of sustainability, convenience, sophistication, ease of use and performance.
At the same time, the increased participation of women in the driving force of the country today is greater than ever and growing further. It only makes sense then that today’s woman deserves a car that matches her ambitions, style, and a commitment to a greener future. Modern Electric Vehicles do just that—offering effortless driving experience, world-class technology and class-leading comfort, along with the rock-solid reliability needed to keep up with a fast-paced lifestyle.
So for this Women’s month, we bring three of our top groundbreaking EV picks which are an ideal fit for the urban lifestyles of modern women. Whether it’s the daily urban grind, the open roads or a stylish weekend getaway– these cars do it all and with the level of excellence that she rightfully deserves.
Mahindra BE6
No Mould for Bold
Not so long back, Mahindra was known to be a crude, gruff and old fashioned automaker doling out ancient-feeling automobiles. It has however, reinvented itself into a state-of-the art champion with global ambitions. And the best example of this is their latest— the BE6. A concept car-like design, mind-numbing performance and physics-defying dynamics make it feel like nothing else on the road today. Boldly staring into the eyes of convention, it brings out the sort of character we have never seen before.
With a mammoth 683km range, rear-wheel-drive setup and 282BHP under the right foot, it is bound to put a smile on her face. With details like the fighter-jet inspired cabin elements, sunroof integrated ambient lighting and supercar-like cloth straps for the door handles, it never fails to surprise. It truly suits the modern woman – breaking moulds, unleashing the true potential while carrying along with it the flair which lends itself naturally. The BE6 reflects a true revolution in the Indian EV space and re-establishes the fact that there is no mould for bold. A top contender if you want to be a part of history being made. It is more than just an A-to-B transport— it’s a statement in itself of the future in front of your eyes today and an example of India going global.
MG Windsor
The Queen’s Castle
Every modern woman deserves to be treated like a queen— and true to its name; the MG Windsor gives you the royal experience. With a sophisticated yet minimalist core to it, the Windsor manages to provide acres of space inside on a small footprint. And paired to the “Aero Lounge Seats” which fold all of the hundred and thirty–five degrees, a cavernous 604L boot and a massive glass roof, nothing comes close to the in-cabin experience of one. A quirky design with the flush-fitting door handles and connected tail lamps, brilliant fit and finish inside and a gamut of technology, you will soon realise why it’s worth a ride.
The sorted powertrain with a 38kWh battery providing 332km of range and a 201PS motor make it fairly brisk and capable while the neutral handling offers ease of driving inside the city as well as predictability out on the high speed runs. With the massive 15.6 inch screen equipped with Wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay paired to i-Smart connected car technology inside, it is quite an experience. This makes the Windsor a top choice for an EV given how it integrates itself into modern and urban lifestyles so practically and seamlessly. The cherry on the cake is the incredible value-for-money pricing along with the flexible battery-as-a-service payment plan—making the purchase even more affordable.
Hyundai Creta
A Quiet Revolution
Hyundai Creta— a big name in itself has managed to capture the fancy of nearly every buyer in its segment. There’s a secret sauce to it– the Ikigai of technology, comfort, quality and performance. An electric then is just an added bonus. But does it replicate the formula? The answer is a resounding yes. Once again, Hyundai has been able to strike the perfect balance between mind and the heart– and that’s what makes it so contemporary.
A 473km range makes it ideal for the urban grind paired to an occasional medium to long distance road trips, while the refinement levels set a new benchmark. The theme continues inside with small, yet meaningful touches like the new steering wheel with the four dots— which signify the letter H in morsecode. Drive one and it shall impress you with how natural and effortless it feels— the soft suspension and high ground clearance making life easy on our crater filled roads. Safety has been given equal importance with Level 2 ADAS, six airbags, a 360 degree camera forming just a small part of the suite. Much like the women of today– a Creta electric need not shout about its greatness since it needs no validation from the outside world. If a subtle and classy yet capable and contemporary electric SUV is what you seek, then Creta electric makes a great case for itself.
Zahoor Hasan is an avid automotive enthusiast with a passion for reviewing cars. While he enjoys all types of cars, he has a special affinity for 4x4s.