- MG Motor, also called Morris Garages, introduced Wednesday its second EV in India called Comet EV targeting the masses looking for a compact vehicle for urban mobility.
- Drivers can choose between over 250 decal options and graphics to personalize their rides.
The British brand, a unit of Chinese state-owned SAIC Motor, says its new hatchback is perfect for young commuters in the South Asian nation. At a starting price of $9,700 (7.98 lakhs Indian Rupees), the Comet is affordable. It’s also pretty adorable and comes in a range of bright colours. Plus, drivers can choose between over 250 decal options and graphics to personalize their ride, according to the company.
Regarding city commuting, the vehicle is small enough for even the most challenging parking spaces. It has a short turning radius of 4.2 meters to provide a better riding and parking experience. And you can even fit four people in it, more or less comfortably. “The Comet EV is for those looking for a smart solution to combat today’s urban mobility issues,” Rajeev Chaba, president of MG Motor India, said during the vehicle’s launch.
The MG Comet, which appears to be a rebadged version of the Wuling Air EV that SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) launched in Indonesia and China in June last year, delivers a range of about 143 miles on a single charge. It packs a 17.3 kWh Li-Ion battery and is equipped with wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto support. The Comet EV will be available for bookings starting May 15, with deliveries going live later in the month.
Source: Techcrunch