India, Aug. 29 -- On Indian roads, sometimes you just need space. Lots of it. That's where the Citroen e-SpaceTourer comes in. The giant electric people-mover from France might soon find its way to India, thanks to a new trade agreement that lowers import duties on UK-built cars (variants of this model are built in the UK).

I drove e-SpaceTourer in France to see if this van-with-windows has what it takes to win hearts (and hotel fleets) here. Let's be clear: The e-SpaceTourer doesn't try to be pretty. At more than five metres long, it's a rectangular box on wheels. But that's the point. It is all about function over form. While SUVs flaunt their curves and chrome, this Citroen is refreshingly honest about what it is: A vehicle designed t...