JSW MG Motor India has implemented a price increase of up to ₹15,000 on the MG Comet EV across all variants, with the base Executive trim now priced at ₹7.50 Lakh (ex‑showroom). The Excite and Exclusive models have risen to ₹8.57 Lakh and ₹9.56 Lakh respectively, while the Excite FC and Exclusive FC fast‑charging trims are now priced at ₹8.97 Lakh and ₹9.97 Lakh. The top‑end Blackstorm Edition has increased by ₹13,700 to ₹10.00 Lakh. The adjusted prices are effective immediately. The company has also raised the Battery‑as‑a‑Service (BaaS) rental rate from ₹2.90 per kilometre to ₹3.10 per kilometre, leading to slightly higher running costs for subscribers.
Variant‑Wise Price Comparison
| Variant | Old Price (₹ Lakh ) | New Price (₹ Lakh ) | Hike (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive | 7.36 | 7.50 | By 14,000 |
| Excite | 8.42 | 8.57 | By 15,000 |
| Excite FC | 8.82 | 8.97 | By 15,000 |
| Exclusive | 9.41 | 9.56 | By 15,000 |
| Exclusive FC | 9.83 | 9.97 | By 14,000 |
| Blackstorm Edition | 9.86 | 10.00 | By 14,000 |
Affordable EV Still Holds Ground
Despite the jump in prices, the MG Comet EV continues to retain its position as the most affordable electric car in India. Even after the hike, the starting price of ₹7.50 Lakh remains below rivals like the Tata Tiago EV, which starts close to ₹7.99 Lakh. Buyers choosing the BaaS option can access the Executive variant for ₹4.99 Lakh all while subscribing to battery rental. Other trims under BaaS, such as Excite, Exclusive and Blackstorm Edition, are also affected with corresponding price increases, though still offering attractive entry‑point options around ₹6–7.6 Lakh depending on the trim.
