MG Comet EV launched at INR 7.98 lakh in India
MG Motor has launched its micro EV–the Comet EV–in the Indian market. The Comet EV is based on Wuling’s Air model, and it is powered by a 17.3 kWh battery pack that offers a maximum range of 230 km. The new EV is offered in three variants: the Pace, the Play, and the Plush–at a starting price of INR 7.98 lakh.
Design and features
The new Comet’s design is based on Wuling’s Air model. The EV measures 2974 mm in length, 1505 mm in width, and 1631 mm in height, and it has a wheelbase of 2010 mm. The Comet also comes with notable design elements such as LED headlamps with LED DRLs, LED tail lamps, 12-inch alloy wheels, and a LED strip that extends throughout the body. Furthermore, the EV has been offered in both mono-tone and dual-tone colour options. And for interiors, the EV comes with a two-spoke multifunction steering wheel and a dual 10.25-inch floating screen.
The Comet EV comes equipped with notable features such as the iSmart system with 55+ connected car features and 100+ voice commands, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, a parking camera, a tire pressure monitoring system, ISOFIX child seat mounts and seat belt reminders, three-point seatbelts for all four seats, leather-upholstered seats, and riding modes (Eco, Normal, and Sport).
Powertrain
The Comet EV is powered by the 17.3 kWh battery pack as standard. The battery is mated to a single PSMS that is capable of generating a peak power of 41.4 hp and a peak torque of 110 Nm. Furthermore, the company claims that the EV can reach a top speed of 100 kmph. For charging, the EV gets fully charged via a 3.3 kW charger in around 7 hours. And on a single charge, the micro EV provides a maximum range of 230 km.
Specifications
| Battery | 17.3 kWh IP67-rated |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Peak power | 41.4 hp |
| Peak torque | 110 Nm |
| Top speed | 100 kmph |
| Range | 230 km |
| Charging time | 0-100% in around 7 hours via a 3.3 kW |
| Seating capacity | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2010 mm |
MG Comet price in India
MG Motor India has launched the Comet EV in three variants: the Pace, the Play, and the Plush–at a starting price of INR 7.98 lakh and it goes up to INR 9.98 lakh. The EV serves as a rival to the Tata Tiago EV and the Citroen eC3.
| MG Comet models | Price in India |
| Pace | INR 7.98 lakh |
| Play | INR 9.28 lakh |
| Plush | INR 9.98 lakh |
In case of its launch in Nepal, the fans can expect it to cost around Rs 30 lakh here.
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