Category Average: 109.0 kmph
Comet EV: 100.0 kmph
Category Average: 277.5 km
Comet EV: 230.0 km
Category Average: 7.03 hrs
Comet EV: 7.0 hrs
Category Average: 22.7 kwh
Comet EV: 17.3 kwh
The MG Comet EV is a compact, two-door electric hatchback designed primarily for urban mobility. With its unconventional design and small footprint, the Comet EV emphasises city-friendly usability while offering seating for four passengers. It enters the market as one of the most accessible electric vehicles in India and is positioned as a practical alternative for individuals seeking a compact electric car with essential modern features.
The introductory ex-showroom prices for the MG Comet EV range from ₹7.98 lakh to ₹9.98 lakh (both ex-showroom).
The 2025 iteration of the MG Comet EV was launched in India in March 2025. The model year update brought new features to the car, including a rear parking camera, power folding outside rearview mirrors, leatherette seats and a 4-speaker audio system. MG has also added Electronic Stability Control and an electronic parking brake.
The MG Comet EV is available in six variants: Executive, Excite, Excite Fast Charge, Exclusive, Exclusive Fast Charge, and the 100 Yr Edition. Recent updates introduced additional features in the Excite and Excite Fast Charge variants, including a rear-view camera and power-folding outside rear-view mirrors, which are not available in the base Executive variant. The top-end variants also feature a four-speaker sound system and faux leatherette upholstery.
The Comet EV is offered in three monotone colours: Starry Black, Candy White, and Aurora Silver. Additionally, two dual-tone options are available: Apple Green with Starry Black roof and Candy White with Starry Black roof.
The MG Comet EV adopts a compact design with a two-door configuration. It includes exterior elements such as an illuminated MG logo, connecting LED light bars at the front and rear. Inside the cabin, the Comet features a dual-tone Space Grey theme, a floating twin-screen layout with two 10.25-inch displays—one for the infotainment system and the other as a digital instrument cluster. Key features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, digital key with sharing function, voice command integration, and MG’s i-Smart connected car suite. The cabin also includes manual air conditioning, steering-mounted controls, and power-adjustable ORVMs on higher variants.
The MG Comet EV is powered by a 42 PS (41bhp) electric motor producing 110 Nm of torque. It draws energy from a 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery that is IP67 rated. The powertrain is mated to a single-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle supports three driving modes—Eco, Normal, and Sport—providing suitable performance for varied urban driving scenarios. The manufacturer claims a driving range of up to 230 km on a single full charge. Real-world range may vary depending on road conditions and driving style.
The MG Comet EV brings a ground clearance of 165 mm and a boot space of 350 litres.
The MG Comet EV is a four-seater car.
In terms of safety, the Comet EV brings two airbags, ABS with EBD and ESC, TPMS, rear parking camera with parking brake, hill assist, and more.
The MG Comet EV competes in the compact electric vehicle segment, where its primary alternatives is the Tata Tiago EV.
MG Comet EV is like no other electric vehicle on Indian roads. In fact, it is like no other car here, if it can be referred to as one. A two-door, four-seat mobility option, the Comet EV may have a very small footprint but it is carrying the weight of massive ambitions for a company that is just four years old in India but also one that is doubling its EV portfolio.
We received the MG Comet EV on a fine April morning to take a closer look at all of its promises and highlights. Here is the first full drive review of MG Comet EV:
MG is gambling big time with an EV like Comet. Before we take a deeper dive into its performance and features, it is important to highlight that this here is an EV that will divide opinions big time owing to its dimensions as well as design. Being the smallest EV in the market is likely to help its 'urban mobility' credentials and yet, there is no real road presence to boast of.
The boxy shape of the Comet EV will take a whole lot of getting used to but there are some decent styling elements like dual-set front LED head light units, a stretched LED light bar on the face, a similar light bar on the boot door and 12-inch steel wheels. The Comet EV may be extremely quirky but its design is sure not boring. Additionally, MG will offer the EV in three single-tone shades - Black, Silver and White, and in two dual-tone options - Green with Black roof and White with Black roof. If that is not all, potential customers can also slap on graphics from a wide range of options. With a young car-buying audience being clearly targeted, the Comet EV does go a fair distance in establishing itself as astoundingly unique.
The Comet EV packs in four seats in its cabin but to expect acres of space inside it would be blasphemous. Instead, this here could be perfect for a family of four with two kids packed at the back. Getting into those back seats isn't quite easy although the front passenger seat folds and slides without much effort. And because there is negligible cargo space, the split-folding back seats are not a starry highlight as much as a downright necessity.
The cabin, however, does benefit from an upmarket feel with decent fit and finish all around. The dual-tone Grey interiors look great even if these can be a bit hard to maintain. There are two 10.25-inch screens and the infotainment display even packs in a host of features like support for Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and other third-party apps. The two-spoke steering wheel too has been designed aesthetically with i-Pod inspired controls mounted on it.
The Comet EV offers large windows on the front side and this does help offset some of the cramped-up feeling inside. There are airline-like vertical window panes for back-seat passengers and these are fixed. There are clever storage options on the dashboard and on the doors but there is no dashboard in the EV.
Electric cars almost always underline their respective performance credentials. Not Comet EV. It doesn't. It ought not to. At its core is a 17.3 kWh battery pack and a single, rear-axle mounted motor for a power output of 41 hp and torque of 110 Nm. The Comet EV won't win drag races but it isn't meant to.
Instead, here is a jaunty little EV that struts around traffic with the enthusiasm of youth - unperturbed by judgemental stares. Its small proportions make it a breeze to swerve in and out of traffic, helped generously by a light steering and a lighter pedal set up. And while the default Economy drive mode should be quite adequate for daily runs, the Normal and Sport mode help it gain some punch.
But its best not to get overly excited with the Comet EV on open roads because it doesn't quite have the reassuring high-speed traits, especially around winding stretches. At over 90 kmph, the sheer light weight of the vehicle goes from being its big strength to its big chink. We managed to max out the vehicle at 106 kmph even though the official top speed of the Comet is set at 100 kmph.
The Comet EV, however, is not going to be doing such ‘stunts’ very often and within city limits - complete with a claimed range of around 230 kms - should be content doing the daily runs. A high ground clearance helps it tackle speed breakers well and gives the driver a good view of the surroundings.
The MG Comet EV is a head-turner for sure. The reasons may wary though. Some would find it a practical option for daily commutes with the advantage of zero emissions and lower running costs. Others may just be put down by its design and dimensions.
The Comet EV is perfectly suited for the urban nuclear family which already has at least one other vehicle in the garage. It will be restricted to big metropolitan cities and will take quite a lot of getting used to. While it could potentially rival the likes of Tata Tiago EV and Citroen eC3, its main adversary would be the perception around two-door vehicles in the country.
Max Power | Yes |
Airbags | Yes |
Battery Capacity | 17.3 kWh |
Body Type | Hatchback |
Max Torque | 110 Nm |
Keyless Entry | Yes |
Transmission | Automatic |
Range | 230 km |
Max Motor Performance | 41 bhp, 110 Nm |
Charging Time | 7 Hours |
Sunroof | No |
Max Speed | 100 kmph |
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₹7 Lakhs* | ₹7.99 Lakhs* | ₹12.76 Lakhs* |
User Rating 2 Reviews | User Rating 9 Reviews | User Rating - |
Charging Time 7 hours | Charging Time 3 Hours 36 Minutes | Charging Time 10 Hours 30 Minutes |
Range 230 km | Range 315 km | Range 320 km |
Airbags 2 | Airbags 6 | Airbags 2 |
Motor Power - | Motor Power 55 kW | Motor Power 41.92 kW |
Max Motor Performance 41 bhp, 110 Nm | Max Motor Performance 74 bhp, 114 Nm | Max Motor Performance 56 bhp, 143 Nm |
Length 2974 mm | Length 3769 mm | Length 3981 mm |
Height 1640 mm | Height 1536 mm | Height 1586 mm |
Width 1505 mm | Width 1677 mm | Width 1733 mm |
Turning Radius 4.2 metres | Turning Radius 5.1 metres | Turning Radius 4.98 metres |
Boot Space - | Boot Space 240 litres | Boot Space 315 litres |
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