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Key Highlights

• MG Cyberster Sports EV launched
• Comes as India’s first electric sports car with scissor doors
• Both RWD and AWD variants introduced

MG Motors is taking up a significant leap in the Indian four-wheeler EV market. Its latest offering for the Indian consumers ins’t just another regular electric SUV but a powerful and futuristic sports electric vehicle. Called the MG Cyberster EV, the new sports electric car comes as a product of MG Motors and JSW group’s joint venture. Combining its future-ready design and powerful electric drivetrain, the MG Cyberster EV is all set to raise the bars in the premium category. Here are the top highlights:

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MG Cyberster Sports EV Design

MG’s Cyberster EV flaunts a typical sports car attire which is aerodynamically-enhanced combined with petal-style alloy wheels. The new MG sports EV has decent dimension stats with the wheelbase sitting at 2,689 mm. The remaining dimensions of the Cyberster EV measures 4,533mm x 1,912mm x 1,328mm (length x width x height).

The Cyberster EV’s fascia is designed with an aerodynamic approach and has neatly curved silhouettes clubbed with a full-length light bar. The headlamps get a sweptback styling and large air intakes completes the front profile. It’s scissor door design has become the talk of the town and is first of its kind for a premium EV in India.

Side profile is distinguishable with its sporty petal-shaped alloy wheels, side skirts, scissor doors, fabric soft top and smooth body panelling. At the rear, MG Cyberster gets a full-width rectangular light bar, arrow-shaped tail lights and a muscular split diffuser. Users can expect a luxurious experience with soft-touch materials all across and leather-wrapped components

The aggressive sports styling is also adopted for the Cyberster EV’s interiors. The sports electric car has a flat bottom steering wheel with soft leather wrapping. The steering wheel gets control-mounting for media playback and other useful cabin features. MG has used soft-touch finish for the Cyberster EV’s cabin for the luxury feel. The dashboard of the Cyberster EV will feature both infotainment screen and an instrument cluster.

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MG Cyberster Sports Electric Car Powertrain

The MG Cyberster sports EV will be available with dual motor and battery pack variants. The base model of the Cyberster EV will use a single electric motor setup which will be mounted on the rear axle and will generate 308 hp power. This low-end model will have a 64kWh battery with a range delivery of up to 520 km on per charge cycle.

The Cyberser sports EV’s high-end variant has a dual motor AWD drivetrain with the motor setup producing 535 hp of peak power. It will be driven by a 82.5 kWh battery that will help it to reach a max range of up to 580 km per charge.

MG Cyberster Sports Electric Car Price

The premium MG Cyberster sports electric car is said to be priced rather reasonably in India. With the local manufacturing and the new government EV policies at place, the Cyberster EV’s price is said to be starting at around Rs. 53 lakh.

Key Highlights

• Maruti Suzuki eVX road testing started
• Will be first electric SUV from Maruti Suzuki in India
• Shark fin antenna, connected tail lamp, and more

Maruti Suzuki’s first electric SUV’s road testing has begun on the Indian roads. The eVX’s test mule spotting while being camouflaged has given a hint of its real-life road stance. Slated for 2025 debut, the Maruti Suzuki eVX has been showcased at the Auto Expo and the Bharat Mobility Global Expo events. Does the real-life design moves away from the concept? Find out below:

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Maruti Suzuki eVX Test Mule Snapped

The Maruti Suzuki eVX e-SUV test mule has been seen being tested on the Indian streets. Covered with heavy black wrapping, the curves and silhouettes have been neatly hidden. Up front, the eVX is seen flaunting a modern grille, and LED headlamps. The test mule spy shots also indicate 360-degree camera surveillance where the camera sensor are tucked at the front and on the ORVMs.

If we speak of the side profile, the eVX’s test mule has revealed rear door handles mounted o the C-pillars. A shark-fin antenna and a rear spoiler can also be seen in the test mule spy shots. One of the biggest design advantages of the Maruti eVX is the charging port mounted on the front left fender. This placement will keep the port safe in case of any head-on collision.

This test mule snaps of the eVX doesn’t show the internals. However, it is expected that Maruti Suzuki will load this e-SUV with modern and advanced amenities ranging from a big infotainment screen with touchscreen capabilities and Android Auto, Apple Car Play compatibility. The eVX’s cabin will also offer auto climate control feature along with ventilated seats, and more.

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Maruti Suzuki eVX Powertrain Expectations

Details related to the complete powertrain mechanics of the Maruti Suzuki eVX wasn’t shared by Maruti during the showcasing. However, it is said to be built on the 27PL skateboard platform. It could come with a 60 kWh battery with which it is expected to offer a range of somewhere around 550 km per charge.

Key Highlights

• TVS iQube e-scooter March offers announced
• Gets Fame II subsidies, no cost EMI, and more offers
• Total discounts worth up to Rs. 40,564

E2W market is currently flooded with deals and discounts and most of the popular models are up for grabs at lower rates for the month of March. After Ola and others, TVS has also put up its iQube electric scooter on sale with varied discounts. The limited period deals on the TVS iQube electric scooter significantly drops down the prices by up to Rs. 40,000.

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TVS iQube March 2024 Discount Offers

TVS Motors has announced new discount offers for the iQube e-scooter. The latest deals brings along no-cost EMI and cashback offers along with extended warranty and FAME II subsidy discounts. Buyers can now avail a total of up to Rs. 40,564 on the purchase of the TVS iQube e-scooter.

The company has announced a cashback of up to Rs. 6,000 and no cost EMI discount starting at Rs. 7,500. TVS Motors is also giving out an extended warranty worth Rs. 4,999 for free as a part of the latest discounts. Buyers will also get Fame II Subsidy worth Rs. 22,065 depending upon the availability in the respective states.

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TVS iQube Discount Timeline, Old & New Prices

The new offers on the TVS iQube electric scooter which drops down its price by up to Rs. 40,000 is a limited period deal. Buyers can avail the discount benefits only till March 31, 2024. It is being speculated that this a stock clearance move by TVS post which the prices could increase significantly for the iQube e-scooter range.

The updated TVS iQube e-scooter prices could come in effect starting April 1, 2024. Do note that this information comes via the online sources and not the brand officially. Hence, we should wait for TVS to confirm if there is indeed any price hike.

The TVS iQube standard model price starts at Rs. 1.23 lakh and the iQube S model starts at Rs. 1.38 lakh. After the discounts, the former can be purchased with the lowest amount of Rs. 83,000 (with all discounts). Now, that definitely is one solid deal you need to consider.

Key Highlights

• TVS trademarks multiple electric 2W
• Trademark filed for XL EV and E-XL
• Likely electric mopeds

TVS Motors has been competing in the electric two wheeler market with the high-end iQube series. Recently, the company confirmed a new electric scooter launch in the country within next few months. But on the other hand, it has trademarked two new electric two wheelers in the country called XL EV and E-XL EV. Here’s what we know:

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TVS XL EV, E-XL EV Trademarked In India: Launching Soon?

In the latest developments, trademark filing XL EV, E-XL EV has been completed by TVS Motors. The images of the trademark application of both TVS XL EV and the E-XL EV have been doing rounds online indicating an upcoming launch. Do note that the trademark filed is for different models and not the one TVS is expected to launch within next two to three months.

Just the trademark filing doesn’t come as an affirmation for the upcoming TVS 2 wheeler electric motorcycle’s imminent India launch. It could take a while for TVS to push both these models to the production bay. So, we can safely assume the TVS XL EV and the E-XL EV will go official by the end of 2024 or 2025.

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TVS XL EV, E-XL EV Design And Powertrain Highlights: Details We Know

Unfortunately, only the trademark application details have been revealed by the rumor mill. No other source has revealed what exactly TVS has in store for the Indian consumers with the upcoming XL EV, E-XL EV electric two wheelers. However, TVS is currently selling TVS XL 100 ICE moped in India.

The monikers of the newly trademarked EVs suggests TVS will bring its own electric moped lineup for the Indian consumers. And if that’s the case, TVS would become the secondto offer an electric moped in the country.

As of now, only Kinetic has ventured into the e-moped segment with the e-Luna. And since the TVS XL EV, E-XL EV are also likely to target the affordable segment, we could see them retailing under Rs. 80,000 price range.

Key Highlights

• Ather Rizta to offer biggest boot space in its league
• Is already confirmed to feature biggest seat
• Will use same belt drive as the 450 Apex

Ather Rizta e-scooter is just a month away from breaking its covers in India. The first family electric scooter from the electric two wheeler startup will be debuting during the Community Day celebrations on April 6. Ahead of the launch, Ather has been consistently giving us the sneak peek of the Rizta e-scooter’s highlight features. We previously got to know it be offering segment’s biggest seat. Now, the brand has also shared insight related to its boot space. Does the Rizta takes a lead here as well? Let’s find out:

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Ather Rizta E-Scooter Boot Space Will Be Segment’s Biggest

The Ather Rizta e-scooter will be launching as a family-centric electric scooter in India next month. After series of teasers hinting the largest seat size, Ather has now revealed the boot space which the Rizta e-scooter will offer. Just like the seat size, the boot space which the Rizta e-scooter will offer is also said to be segment’s largest.

The Rizta e-scooter’s boot space will be biggest not just amongst the electric scooter segment but also ICE scooters. Unfortunately, the exact boot capacity isn’t revealed just yet. But we are expecting this information to surface soon.

Ather already has been emphasizing greatly on the practicality aspects of the Rizta e-scooter. The extra boot space implies how this upcoming e-scooter will meet all utility aspects. Currently, its the River Indie e-scooter which has the biggest boot space in the electric two-wheeler segment and we expect Rizta to take over the top spot post its launch.

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Ather Rizta E-Scooter: Powertrain Insight

While it’s just a month remaining for the official launch, the powertrain details of the Rizta e-scooter have been kept as a mystery by the brand. It’s only known that this e-scooter will use the same concealed belt-drive as the recently launched Apex 450 variant. The battery size, performance metrics including range are yet to be specified.

Key Highlights

• MG Comet two new variants introduced
• Variants rebadged
• New models get fast charging capabilities

MG Motors has launched new upgraded version of its most compact electric car, i.e, the Comet EV in India. The brand has now introduced two new trims of the Comet EV, while rebadging the older monikers. The latest variants added the Comet EV lineup are the Excite FC and Exclusive FC which also get updated features. Here are the details:

MG Comet EV New Models Name And Pricing

As mentioned above, the MG Motors has now launched the Comet EV Excite FC and the Comet EV Exclusive FC models. Additionally, the older variants have also been rebadged and now the Comet EV lineup will be available in five different trims. The Comet EV Play and Plus models have been renamed as Executive and Excite.

Now coming to the pricing of all variants. The Comet EC Executive is the base model with Rs. 6,98,800 (ex-showroom) price. The Comet EV Excite model is priced at Rs. 7.88 lakh (ex showroom) and the Excite FC variant will be available at Rs. 8.23 lakh. The Comet EV Exclusive model will be available for purchase at Rs. 8.78 lakh and the top of the line Exclusive FC model will cost Rs. 9.13 lakh.

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MG Comet EV New Models Updated Features

The newly launched Comet EV models including the Comet EV Executive FC and the Comet EV Exclusive FC are the ones to get a special feature. Both these models will come with fast charging. This makes it the most affordable electric car in the segment to offer fast charging capabilities. But MG Motors haven’t confirmed the exact charging speeds which both the newly launched variants will support.

Besides this, the remaining powertrain and feature sheets remains intact with all the Comet EV variants. The common set of features they offer includes DRL integrated turn-by-turn indicators, hill-hold assist, and electronic parking brake, etc.

That said, the powertrain includes a single electric motor with 42 PS peak power and 110 Nm peak torque. The compact electric car is equipped with a 17.3 kWh battery pack with which it runs to a max of up to 230 km range on a full charge.

Key Highlights

• VinFast Klara S patent filing complete in India
• Could arrive by 2025
• Expected range deliver around 120 km per charge

Vietnamese EV manufacturer VinFast is gearing up to challenge popular players in the Indian market. The company has already laid foundations for its biggest manufacturing facility in the country (Tamil Nadu) and will soon start adding electric two and four wheelers to its portfolio. The first of the lot from VinFast is expected to include the Klara S e-scooter. The development around the upcoming e-scooter comes in the form of a patent filing.

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VinFast Klara S E-Scooter India Patent Filing Details

VinFast Klara S is the first e-scooter for which the Vietnamese EV brand has filed a patent in India. With its first e-scooter, VinFast seems to targeting the family segment in the country. VinFast is expected to get its EV venture rolling by 2025 in India.

The Klara S could be the first e-scooter model that will be introduced then. That’s considering this variant has been patented. VinFast might patent more models in the coming months and it would be interesting to see which all variants it will bring to the Indian shores. Since the Kalara S e-scooter is already up for grabs internationally, we expect it to come with exact same design, mechanics, and features.

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VinFast Klara S E-Scooter Powertrain

Featuring a conventional e-scooter design, the VinFast Klara S will meet the practical aspects for daily commutes. It will be packed with LFP battery pack under the hood. The battery size is expected to be 3.5 kWh which will deliver around 120 km range on a full charge.

This high riding range will be achieved when the scooter is running with a standard speed limit of 30 kmph. As for the top speed, the Klara S can will deliver a decent 48 kmph max speed.

VinFast Klara S Expected India Price

It will be too soon to comment on the exact price range of the VinFast Klara S e-scooter in India. But since the brand has started its own manufacturing unit in India and with the local production, we can expect it be priced reasonably. Looking at the powertrain, it should retail somewhere between Rs. 1.20 to Rs. 1.30 lakh price range. Again, this information is based on speculation and should be considered as a grain of salt.