MG Launch New Comet EV with Fast Charging. Here’s How to Buy
H. Karan Kumar
Updated on Sept 19, 2023 | 6 min read
In the Electric car market, Tata holds the major monopoly with nearly 80% of all the EV sales, but after Tata, MG Motors is in second place, making the most of the sales. Initially, MG started with its ZS EV and later they launched the Comet EV. A mini 2-seater electric car. Initially, it was criticized and said it would go to waste just like the Tata Nano did but the market showed a different avatar and after a few months of launch the Comet EV got positive feedback from the audience and it surpassed the MG ZS EV’s sales after few months.
Today, many of these cute little electric cars can be seen on the road, and the Comet EV can be declared a great success. Seeing a growing demand in the EV market, the company has launched its upgraded version with a fast-charging option enabled.
Here’re full details:
A New Era for the MG Comet The MG Comet has made quite a splash in the EV market, and the inclusion of a faster charging option in the latest version is set to only heighten its appeal. This addition is part of MG’s strategy to revamp the Comet line-up, which also includes the introduction of several new features. The refreshed Comet now comes in three trims – Executive, Excite, and Exclusive – with the latter two offering the fast-charging option.
Pricing and Variants
The MG Comet EV’s price spectrum now lies between Rs 6.99 lakh and Rs 9.14 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The Executive and Excite trims are priced the same as their predecessors, the Pace and Play trims, while the new Exclusive trim is Rs 20,000 more expensive than the preceding Plush trim.
MG Comet EV Variants | Price (ex-showroom) |
Executive | Rs 6.99 lakh |
Excite | Rs 7.88 lakh |
Excite FC (Fast Charging) | Rs 8.24 lakh |
Exclusive | Rs 8.78 lakh |
Exclusive FC (Fast Charging) | Rs 9.14 lakh |
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Added Features and Upgrades
The new Comet EV comes with significant upgrades, aimed at enhancing user convenience and driving experience. The fast-charging variants, in particular, boast several additional features over the regular ones. These include rear disc brakes, electronic parking brake, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), hill-hold control, power foldable wing mirrors now finished in body color, and a creep mode.
Power and Performance
The Comet EV continues to draw power from a 17.3kWh battery, offering an ARAI-certified range of 230km. It is powered by a single electric motor on the rear axle, which churns out 42hp and 110Nm of torque.
The Fast Charging Advantage
One of the key highlights of the new Comet EV is its fast charging capability. The 7.4kW AC charger significantly trims down the charging time, making it more convenient for users. It is worth noting that the charging time for the previous 3.3kW AC charger was seven hours from 0-100 percent.
Competition
While the Comet EV does not have a direct competitor in the market, one could consider the entry-level variants of the Tata Tiago EV as its nearest rival. The Tiago EV comes with a 19.2kWh battery and offers an ARAI-claimed range of 250km.
The MG Comet EV, with its latest updates and the introduction of a faster charger, is set to make a substantial impact in the Indian EV market. It stands as a testament to MG’s commitment to providing consumers with advanced, efficient, and convenient electric vehicles.
