MG Motor, also called Morris Garages, unveiled its second EV in India on Wednesday, called the Comet EV, targeting the masses who are looking for a compact vehicle for urban mobility.
The British brand, a unit of Chinese state-owned SAIC Motor, says its new hatchback is perfect for young travelers in the South Asian nation. At a starting price of $9,700 (7.98 lakhs Indian rupees), the Comet is affordable. It is also quite adorable looking and comes in a range of bright colours. Additionally, drivers can choose from more than 250 decal and graphic options to personalize their ride, according to the company.
When it comes to urban commuting, the vehicle is small enough for even the most challenging parking spaces and has a short turning radius of 4.2 meters to provide a better driving and parking experience. And you can even fit four people in it, more or less comfortably.
“The Comet EV is for those who are looking for a smart solution to combat today’s urban mobility problems,” said Rajeev Chaba, President of MG Motor India, at the vehicle launch.
The MG Comet, which appears to be a modified version of the Wuling Air EV that SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) launched in Indonesia and China in June last year, offers a range of about 143 miles on a single charge. It includes a 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery and is equipped with wireless compatibility with Apple Car Play and Android Auto.
engine machine gun look at generate up to 30% of your local sales from the EV segment and aims to launch two more EVs in the country by the end of 2024. The company introduced its first EV SUV, the ZS, to the Indian market in 2019.
The Comet EV will be available for reservations starting May 15 with deliveries to follow later in the month.
MG Motor is set to take on India’s Tata Motors which has the Tiago EV as its most affordable EV which starts at around $10,600 (8.69 lakhs Indian rupees).
The Comet EV’s price and features make it a promising option in the Indian market, where electric vehicles are only 1% of the more than 3 million cars sold every year. However, MG Motor is currently under the scrutiny of New Delhi for alleged financial irregularities. The company is also facing a tough fight from existing players including Tata Motors who are looking to increase their presence in the emerging EV market with their local offerings and reach.
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