MG Updates Variant Lineup For The ZS EV And The Comet EV, Latter Also Upgraded For Fast Charging

• MG adds new variants for the Comet EV and the ZS EV, updates names for the former.

• Comet EV also gets the option of configuring it with a 7.4 kW AC fast charger.

• Comet EV also gets safety feature additions in the form of electronic parking brake and electronic stability control. 

• ZS EV variant range also updated with new names, along with new Excite Pro variant. 

• Excite Pro features a panoramic sunroof along with 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

MG Motors has once again updated its model range, this time focusing on its EV offerings –the ZS EV and the Comet EV. The Comet EV now boasts fast charging capabilities and additional features, while the ZS EV also receives a new variant which makes panoramic sunroof with this electric SUV more accessible. Check out the updates on both models.

MG Comet Updated Variant Lineup

Firstly, MG has updated the Comet EV's variant range with new names. Take a look at the updated Comet EV variant lineup below:

Alongside the variant rejig, MG now offers the Comet EV with an optional 7.4 kW fast charger. However, you can configure this option for the Comet EV's mid-spec and top-spec variants only.

The Comet EV's top-end Exclusive variant (formerly known as Plush) has also incurred a price premium of Rs 20,000, while other variants remain unchanged in price. Here's a quick overview of the variant-wise pricing of the Comet EV below.

Feature Updates on the Comet EV

In addition to the newly introduced AC fast-charging on the Comet EV, it now includes extra safety features like an electronic parking brake, electronic stability control (ESC), rear disc brakes, and hill-hold assist. Rest of the features are nearly similar to the older model which you can read about in our in-depth first drive review. 

MG ZS EV Variant Lineup

With the ZS EV, MG has introduced the panoramic sunroof with the one-above-base Excite Pro (previously named Excite) variant. Additionally, a couple of variants of the ZS EV have been renamed. Besides this, the prices of the electric SUV remain unchanged, ranging from Rs 18.98 lakh to Rs 24.98 lakh (ex-showroom). Take a look at the updated ZS EV variant lineup along with their prices below.

MG ZS EV Excite Pro Features

Along with a panoramic sunroof, the Excite Pro variant comes equipped with a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity, a 7-inch digital driver display, push-button start/stop, and cruise control. 

On the safety front, the ZS EV Excite Pro is equipped with six airbags, a reversing camera, electronic parking brake with auto hold, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Rivals of the Comet EV and ZS EV

The MG ZS EV rivals models such as the Hyundai Kona Electric and the BYD Atto 3. Moreover, it serves as a premium alternative to the Tata Nexon EV and the Mahindra XUV400 EV. On the other hand, the Comet EV offers an affordable option over the Tata Tiago EV and the Citroen eC3.