MG's cheapest car in India gets limited-run 'Blackstorm' edition
What's the story
MG Motor has expanded its electric vehicle (EV) portfolio with the launch of the all-black Comet EV Blackstorm edition in India.
The new model, which comes at a price of ₹7.8 lakh (ex-showroom), is based on the top-end Exclusive variant of the standard Comet EV.
It sports a Starry Black exterior shade with red accents on alloy wheels, front bumper, and 'Morris Garages' lettering on the hood.
Design
A look inside and out
The Comet EV Blackstorm edition features an all-black exterior with red highlights on the skid plate and side cladding.
The steel wheels are painted black with a red star-like pattern. A 'Blackstorm' badge is also prominently placed on the fender to set this special edition model apart.
Inside, it gets all-black seat upholstery with red stitching and 'Blackstorm' badges on the front headrests.
Features
Amenities and safety features
The MG Comet EV Blackstorm edition carries the same feature list as the regular model.
It gets a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a driver's display, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and manual AC.
On the safety front, it offers two airbags (as standard), ABS, EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill-hold assist, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and a rear parking camera with sensors.
Performance
Performance and battery specifications
The MG Comet EV Blackstorm comes with a 17.3kWh battery pack, mated to a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) electric motor.
This combination offers a power output of 42hp and torque of 110Nm.
The company claims that this model can go up to 230km on a single charge, making it an ideal option for daily commuting.
Market positioning
Pricing and market competition
The MG Comet EV Blackstorm edition can be booked for a token amount of ₹11,000.
Customers can choose a battery subscription plan, with prices between ₹5 lakh and ₹7.8 lakh, along with a battery subscription cost of ₹2.5 per kilometer.
This new model serves as an affordable alternative to competitors like the Tata Tiago.EV and Citroen eC3 in India's burgeoning electric vehicle market.