MG released a new car preview last Saturday, announcing that it will launch a new compact pure electric vehicle in the Indian market. it will be known as “India’s first smart CUV.” According to the outline shown in the preview, this new car could be considered a “rebranded” model of Baojun Yunduo under SAIC-GM-Wuling.

This car adopts a new design style, which is officially named “Sky Aesthetics”. As you can see from the image, the car offers a relatively rounded shape in the front. It is also reported that all models are equipped with LED headlights. The side of the body includes hidden D-pillars, hidden door handles, and five-spoke low-drag wheels.

Speaking of size, this electric car has a length, width, and height of 4295/1850/1652mm respectively. It comes with a wheelbase of 2700mm.

The “Lingxi Edition” model under Baojun Yunduo, which focuses on smart driving features, is equipped with the “Lingxi Intelligent Driving 2.0”. This is an intelligent driving system, which is reportedly jointly developed by Baojun Automobile and DJI.

Baojun Yunduo is equipped with a 15.6-inch central control screen and electrically adjustable driver/passenger seats. The exterior rearview mirrors support electric adjustment + heating. When it comes to power, Baojun Yunduo is equipped with lithium iron phosphate batteries. The battery capacity of the 360 Plus and 360 Pro is 37.9 kW⋅h, which offers a range of 360km and supports 3.3kW charging. On the other hand, the battery capacity of the 460 Pro and 460 Max is 50.6 kWh, which reportedly offers a range of 460km and supports 6.6kW charging. The driving motor reportedly produces maximum torque and speed of 200 N⋅m and 150km/h respectively.

SAIC‘s Feifan Automobile also announced during the Geneva Motor Show in February this year that it will expand outside its home country. The company has officially unveiled the Feifan F7 sedan and the Feifan R7 coupe SUV in the home country. The two models were renamed MG9 EV and MG S9 EV respectively, to debut under the MG brand that is more familiar to the overseas markets.

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AI is spreading fast and simplifying our daily lives. Today, almost every product and service we use incorporates this technology in one way or another. A recent example of this is in the automotive industry, where the British car giant MG introduced the Astor 2024, India’s first car equipped with personal AI. The Astor 2024 boasts a range of exciting features, including a Wireless Charger, Wireless Android Auto & Apple Car Play, Ventilated Seats in the front row, Panoramic Skyroof, Auto-Dimming IRVM for added safety, and an updated I-Smart 2.0 with an Advanced User Interface. Here are the details…

India’s First Car with Personal AI: MG Astor 2024

The MG Astor 2024 boasts a starting price of INR 9,98,000, making it an attractive option for those seeking cutting-edge technology and advanced safety features. The lineup includes five variants – Sprint, Shine, Select, Sharp Pro, and Savvy Pro, each loaded with MG’s updated i-SMART 2.0 system, featuring an Advanced User Interface.

A standout feature of the Astor 2024 is the i-SMART 2.0 system, offering an impressive 80+ connected features. From a personalized AI assistant to JIO Voice Recognition for seamless interaction, the Astor ensures a connected and convenient driving experience. MG Astor becomes India’s first car with a Personal AI Assistant.

This, coupled with 14 Autonomous Level 2 features, transforms the driving landscape. Lane Keep Assist, Rear Drive Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Forward Collision Prevention are just a glimpse of the advanced safety measures integrated into this SUV. The Astor introduces several first-in-segment features, including Hill Descent Control, Heated ORVM, and Electronic Power Steering with Mode Adjust.

It also pioneers the use of Digital Key with Bluetooth Technology and offers the unique ability to discover and book parking slots, powered by MapMyIndia and Park+. The Astor 2024’s interior is a digital haven, featuring a plethora of i-SMART features such as Voice Commands to control various aspects, Panoramic Skyroof, and an Inbuilt Jio Saavn App with a Premium Account for Music and Podcasts. The car even allows customization of the Headunit Theme and Lockscreen Wallpaper.

Safety takes center stage with 49 top-end safety features, including Active Cornering Brake Control, Electronic Stability Program, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, and a 360° Around-View Camera. The Astor ensures not just a comfortable drive but a secure one too.

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MG Motors has just announced its latest electric vehicle model for the Indian market. The new automobile is the MG Comet compact EV that will seek to compete with other affordable and compact EV cars, so here are all the details.

MG Motors’ Comet is a compact EV

For those unaware, the Indian automobile market has some compact models like the Tata Tiago EV and the Citroen eC3. The new Comet features a tall boy design and features a three door format. This makes it quite compact, which helps keeps its cost and power requirements low. The company had been teasing this model’s launch in India for sometime now, and has finally unveiled this in the region. Although, its pricing is still unclear, but it will be revealed sometime later this year.

Thanks to its small size, the new electric vehicle is clearly built for urban transport in cities. While its overall footprint is quite small, the tall boy design ensures that there is enough space on the inside. This model is also being offered in multiple colorful options and users are even offered customization options, which includes personalization options like skins and other body wraps. Other notable design elements include, aerodynamic wheel caps, LED lighting, dual tone roof, and even a parking camera.

The MG Comet EV likely houses a 41bhp engine that offers 110Nm of peak torque. This engine will be powered by a 17.3kWh battery pack that promises to deliver a maximum operational range of 230 kilometers. This battery can be charged from 0 to 100 percent in around 7 hours via a 3.3kW charger.

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MG Motor has officially announced that it is planning on launching a new electric vehicle model in the Indian market. The new EV in question is the new compact MG Comet EV. So here are all the details.

For those unaware, the upcoming Comet EV is believed to be based on the Wuling’s Air EV, which is being sold in certain Asian markets like Indonesia. From its design, it is clear that the vehicle is built for urban transportation as it features a compact build. Based on what we know so far, the company’s Comet EV might offer a maximum range of 300 kilometers on a single full charge, although, finer details regarding this model has yet to be revealed officially.

The carmaker added that the new MG Comet EV has its name derived from the 1934 British aeroplane that participated in the England-Australia MacRobertson Air Race. While specifications and pricing regarding the Comet is still at large, the upcoming EV is believed to launch sometime in the middle of this year. Furthermore, it is expected to feature a price tag around 1,000,000 INR to 1,300,000 INR (roughly 12,200 US Dollars to 15,870 US Dollars).

The Comet EV features a compact boxy design with a total length of just 2.9 meters. Furthermore, the tall boy design is paired with a 2,100mm wheelbase, which its spacious on the inside. This model is rumored to be equipped with a 20 to 25kWh capacity battery pack that will be based on a skateboard platform. Its battery will likely be sourced locally and could be supplied by Tata AutoComp.

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We already reported on MG Motors (Morris Garages) raising funds for electric vehicle future in India. Now, a new report has revealed that the company is planning on launching a relatively affordable EV model in the country.

According to a CarToq report, the British brand, which is a subsidiary of SAIC Motor a China based automobile maker, will be targeting the urban population in India with this model. This will be a low cost electric four wheeler. Notably, the news arrives soon after the company launched the new refreshed version of the MG ZS EV. But it seems that the cost of its EVs will be even lower in the near future. The report adds that the brand is planning on releasing a new EV that is tailor made for Indian buyers.

This model will be placed within an affordable price range of around 10 lakh INR (roughly 13,140 US Dollars) and will be based on the SAIC-GM-Wuling Global Small Electric Vehicle (GSEV) platform. In other words, MG Motors is clearly placing a focus on the Indian automobile market’s EV segment. It has clearly realized that the industry is price sensitive. So, it won’t be a surprise that the company is actually planning on introducing a budget EV models in the near future. Apart from the Indian market, MG Motors will also be looking at other surrounding markets as well.

Furthermore, the report adds that the EVs are compact two door cars that have short length and tight turning circles, which are great for urban environments. As previously mentioned, the affordable EV will be based on the SAIC-GM-Wuling Global Small Electric Vehicle platform, which includes the likes of Baojun E100, E200, E300, and E300 Plus, as well as the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV. The upcoming MG EV will likely be based on the Hongguang Mini EV, although, with changes that suit the Indian market. Some changes may include a longer wheelbase and a possible five door design since three doors have historically been unsuccessful in the country.

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MG Motor, which is owned by China’s SAIC Motor, is planning on raising funds to push for its future plans related to electric vehicles in India. Interestingly, The company is aiming on pushing its electric mobility business in the region amid frictions between China and India, with Chinese investments facing rising scrutiny.

According to a Reuters report, three sources close to the matter have stated that MG Motor India is expected to sell around 10 to 30 percent stake and is even looking at other options as well. This includes issuing new shares or diluting SAIC’s holding, as per one of the sources. Furthermore, the carmaker could even be seeking to spin off a separate unit for its electric vehicle business in India.

The report also adds that the company is in talks with private equity funds that are showing interest in investing into the EV push. This isn’t surprising considering that the electric vehicle segment is seeing explosive growth in the automobile industry. It is also the next alternative since nations are shifting their economies away from fossil fuels. One source stated that “Everyone is buying into the EV story because it gives investors an ESG bet, and MG is trying to pitch itself as an EV play.”

At the moment, there is still no final plans on raising funds for MG Motor’s EV push, as it is subject to change based on the valuation of the Indian business and its growth plans. The funds acquired will be used to ramp up production and introduce new EV model to expand its business. Unfortunately, the company has declined to comment on this matter.

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