MG Nexon EV competition coming soon
MG Motor India recently introduced the updated Hector SUV range including the Hector facelift and Hector Plus 7-seater. Now, the company aims to expand its product portfolio with a new compact MPV and a new electric car. Speaking to an online media publication, Rajeev Chaba, President and Managing Director, MG Motor India, has revealed that the company is considering a sub-20 lakh electric car that will hit roads by the end of 2022. As of now, under this budget, the Tata Nexon is the only car competing. Find out below MG Nexon EV competition coming soon.
What does the company have to say?
Rajeev Chaba, president and managing director of MG Motor India has just confirmed that they have started working on a battery assembly facility in India so that they can introduce an affordable electric vehicle for the Indian automotive market. Currently, details of the facility are being finalized for a new electric vehicle that will cost less than 20 lakhs. The facility will cost the manufacturer more than Rs. 4,000 crores in investment. More about MG Nexon EV competition coming soon in India below.
This is being done so that the battery technology can be improved to ensure that the vehicles can deliver a range of around 500 km per charge. The new technology is likely to make it to production electric vehicles in 18 months. The technology is currently under test for various climate conditions and terrains. This is being done so that the vehicle is reliable and suitable for driving in all conditions.
Future of EVs
Chaba said as per the direction given by the government, electric mobility seems to be the future of the automotive industry in India. MG Motor wants to be a serious contender when it comes to offering electric vehicles in India. MG Motor clocked 1,142 units of ZS EV in 2020. This contributes to 25 per cent of total electric vehicles sold in India. The manufacturer is aiming to double the sales of the MG ZS EV to 2500 units in 2021.
The MG ZS EV currently starts from Rs. 20.88 lakhs ex-showroom for the base Excite variant, while the top-end Exclusive variant costs Rs. 23.58 lakhs ex-showroom. It is powered by a 44.5kWh lithium-ion battery that produces a max power output of 143 PS and 353 Nm of peak torque that is available instantly. The claimed range of the ZS is 340 km.
Tata Nexon EV
Why should you buy an EV? Tata is providing an 8-year or 1, 60,000kms warranty on their new battery and electric motor. This is a super deal on its own. The battery is also IP 67 dust and water-resistant up to 1000 meters for 30 minutes. It has also passed AIS 48-currently the most stringent safety test in India – which includes nail-penetration up to the cell level, crush test, fire test, and more. Various governments in India are providing special policy and discounts on purchase of EVs
The previous Nexon does not need any separate introduction. It has already been a successful product of the brand and has scored a 5-star rating in the Global NCAP test. With its tough SUV looks and feel, the Nexon EV is the perfect choice for you.
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