No one could have predicted the popularity of premium MPVs when they first began entering the Indian market. The Toyota Vellfire has held the top position in the market for the longest period of time. The first-generation Kia Carnival, which was priced much lower and did quite well, followed. Following that was the second-generation Kia Carnival, which cost around Rs 63 lakh ex-showroom. The majority of people believed it would not be purchased. However, the public was mistaken once more as it was sold out.

Currently, JSW MG Motor India is entering this market. The M9 was displayed by the brand at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, and the company is now getting ready to introduce it to the Indian market. Through their new MG Select stores, it will be the first item the business sells.

Its singularity is that it is the sole electric limousine available in the Indian market. What are the best features of the MG M9, then, and how does it function? In Goa, we were fortunate enough to spend a few hours driving the new electric limousine, and this is our first driving assessment.

MG M9: How is the design?

The M9 stands out on our Indian roads because of its sheer size. It measures 5,270 mm in length, 2,000 mm in width and the wheelbase is 3,200 mm. This makes the M9, the largest luxury limousine in the Indian market. Up-front, there is a trapezoidal grille that also helps as an air dam to cool down the electronics, then there is a chrome strip that runs throughout the width of the car and the headlights, which is what gives that imposing look to the M9. On the sides, there are 19-inch alloy wheels but again a chrome strip has been given that justifies how long the M9 actually is. At the rear, there are thin LED tail lamps with swiping animation for the turn indicators along with another chrome strip that runs throughout the width of the car. JSW MG Motor India will sell the M9 in three colour schemes - Metal Black, Concrete Grey with black roof and Pearl Lustre White with black roof.

MG M9: How are the rear seats?

The M9 will be bought by the people who will spend most of their time in the second row and it is the place where you should be. There are two Ottoman seats for the second row that are 16-way adjustable. They are heated, ventilated and have a massaging function as well. All of this is controlled via a small screen placed on the armrest. There is also a boss mode to adjust the front passenger seat from the second row itself. The rear occupants can also recline their seats fully to take a nap. MG also offers a leg rest that is just like a cherry on top. The second row is an amazing place to be in, you can rest, take a nap or just travel in peace with the sunshades up. There is also a screen on which the customers can attach a device using an HDMI port or play content from a streaming service. One thing that MG missed with the rear seats is the addition of the tray table that could have been quite useful considering people who buy such luxury limousines end up working while they are travelling as well.

Then there are the third row seats which can be accessed simply by walking through the middle of the second row. The third row is surprisingly spacious. Even a 6-foot-1-inch person was able to sit comfortably in the third row which was quite a surprise. The third row occupants get a USB port, mobile holder and a cup holder as well.

MG M9: How is the ride quality and the drive?

The MG M9's suspension is a bit stiff. Within the cabin, you can experience every little bump in the road. This is what makes the experience worthless. The EV is now able to maintain a calm and steady ride when traveling at three-digit speeds on the roadways, thanks to this company structure. The M9 remains flat even in the curves, with no significant body roll. The amount that we enjoyed sitting in the driver's seat was a bit of a surprise.

Even in the Sport mode, the acceleration is linear. The brakes need some effort, as in you have to push the pedal hard to bring this monster to a stop. Nevertheless, you grow accustomed to it. The regeneration has been recalibrated by MG with excellent precision. There are no jolts that any of the passengers can feel when it turns on smoothly. The steering weighs

Regarding MG doing things again, they have integrated almost all of the functions into the infotainment system. This will now require a lot of learning because the menus can also be perplexing. The driver's instrument cluster, which is a separate unit from the Windsor and Comet, has a somewhat busy appearance and does not display the battery percentage. It has an estimated range indicator and a battery icon, just like on a smartphone. The problem with this is that we know that the range indicator on MGs is not the most trustworthy and does not respond to the vehicle's current circumstances.

MG M9: What is the range and battery specs?

JSW MG Motor India is using a massive 90 kWh battery pack that can charge from 30 per cent to 80 per cent in just 30 minutes, if you can find a suitable fast charger. It has a fast charging capability of up to 160 kW. The AC fast charger takes 9.5 hours to fully charge the battery from 0 to 100 per cent. The electric MPV will come with a 3.3 kW portable charger. As of now, the brand has not revealed the driving range of the MG M9.

MG M9: Who should buy it?

The MG M9 is undeniably a daring new approach to opulent mobility. Currently, we are unsure of the cost of the M9, but we anticipate that it will fall somewhere between the Kia Carnival and the Toyota Vellfire. For those who will be driven around town by a driver, the M9 makes sense. The best aspect of the M9 is the second row because the chairs are so incredibly comfortable. The M9 is a fantastic buy if the rigid suspension doesn't bother you, given the quality and exceptional comfort it provides.

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