MG comet EV: With India beginning to move coldly towards electric mobility in the automotive sector, MG Motor has done its bit by introducing a city-dwelling solution that will change the way we think about compact electric vehicles – the MG Comet EV.

Touted as a convenient, environmentally responsible everyday urban commuter, the Comet EV offers unique design, small dimensions and smart utilities with an unswerving focus on being affordable within the electric vehicle category too.

Whether you’re threading through city streets or seeking a second car for short trips, the Comet EV tries to be about affordable, stylish electric transport.

A Radical, Futuristic Design

In stark contrast to conventional hatchbacks, the MG Comet EV boasts a futuristic and boxy profile that screams for attention immediately.

With a tall-boy shape, squared-off dimensions and its layout with two doors, it has the look of a microcar.

At the front end, the light bar contains the LED unit and is flanked by slim LED DRLs and an unobtrusively placed charging port.

With such a small size the Comet EV could have been too small in stature, but it’s not.

Alloy wheels, a broader color palette and digital flourishes give it a streetwise, youthful character — just what urban-based Gen-Z and millennial buyers crave.

It has a 2-3m optimum footprint, ideal for urban areas where space is hard to come by.

Surprisingly Roomy Intelligently designed Interior

Hop inside and the Comet EV features smart and uncluttered dash layout. The twin 10.25-inch screens (one for infotainment and the other for the instrument cluster) give it a upscale feel inside of what is a budget EV.

The steering-wheel-mounted controls and rotary gear selector contribute to the techiness, too.

Despite being a two-door, four-seater car, interior space is generous when used by four adults about town.

Seating provides good support and enough legroom for shorter to medium-length journeys. A tall roofline provides headroom, big windows increase visibility and minimize claustrophobia.

There’s plenty of cubby storage for bottles, phones and little bags but the boot is pretty small with all seats up.

Performance and Range in the City

Under the tank, there is a 17.3 kWh battery unit on the EV, which is rated for a range of 230 km on a single charge.

RL range varies in the range of 150 to 180 km, plenty enough for commutes to school or to the store.

Even though its rear-mounted electric motor has a power output of 41 bhp and 110 Nm of torque, the Comet isn’t a speed machine—but it’s good for urban commuting.

Its instant burst of torque helps it feel peppy at low speed, and its small turning radius is an asset when it comes to squeezing into tight parking spaces or down narrow streets.

It also has the capability for standard 3.3 kW AC charging, which requires approximately 7 hours to charge to full—an ideal overnight in-home charging solution.

(urban) easy handling and urban usability

One of the most delightful things about the Comet EV is how easy it is to drive. With its easy steering, small dimensions and good outward visibility appreciated by novices and first-time drivers, it’s been a hit with younger buyers.

Its suspension is more in the comfort camp than the sharp cornering set up, which is in line with all of its city-first notions.

The Comet’s small footprint and electric motor reflect that: it weaves through traffic with little drama.

But it’s not designed to be taken out onto highways, and is restricted to a limited top speed, so it’s more of an around-town device.

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Pros

Unique and futuristic design

Small form factor is great for use in the city

Dual displays in the high-tech cabin

Inexpensive to operate; real-world range not bad for the price

Can be parked and driven in narrow spaces

Cons

Boot space is relatively limited especially with four passengers.

Not all families will like the two-door layout.

Performance too low for the highway

No fast charging support

Pricey for its size and power

MG comet EV: Verdict

The MG Comet EV is a breath of fresh air in the way of electric mobility for urban India. It is small, smart, and efficient — all you could ask for in a modern city car.

While it isn’t intended for long trips or big families, it fills a valuable niche as a second car, a commuter car and a car for young drivers.

If you live in the metro area and require a chic, zero-emission runnable, the Comet EV is a smart and practical mix of style and innovation.