Ola Electric Car : New Compact EV Revealed to Rival MG Comet
In a landmark announcement at its annual "Sankalp 2025" event, Ola Electric has officially revived its highly anticipated four-wheeler ambitions, unveiling a new compact EV concept. The reveal confirms a major strategic pivot for the Ola Electric Car project, shifting focus from a premium sedan to an affordable, urban-centric vehicle aimed squarely at disrupting the entry-level electric car market, currently dominated by the likes of the MG Comet and Tata Tiago EV.
The announcement puts to rest months of speculation following reports that the Ola car project had been shelved. Instead, Ola's founder Bhavish Aggarwal presented a re-energized vision, showcasing the new Ola small EV as a cornerstone of the company's future product roadmap. This move is seen by analysts as a pragmatic and aggressive strategy to enter the passenger vehicle market by targeting the high-volume budget segment first.
A New Foundation: The Gen 4 Platform and Bharat Cell
The foundation for this new wave of products, as detailed at Sankalp 2025, is the all-new Ola Gen 4 Platform. This state-of-the-art modular "skateboard" architecture is engineered to be a versatile base for a wide range of vehicles. Ola confirmed that this single platform will underpin not only the new Ola Electric four-wheeler but also its upcoming electric autorickshaw (named 'Kukki') and a light commercial vehicle (LCV), drastically streamlining production and reducing costs.
Powering these vehicles will be Ola's proprietary 4680 Bharat cell. The "4680" designation refers to the cell's dimensions (46mm diameter, 80mm height), a form factor popularized by Tesla for its advantages in energy density, thermal management, and manufacturing cost. By developing this crucial battery technology in-house at its Gigafactory, Ola aims to control its supply chain and drive down the final Ola Electric Car price in India.
Market Positioning and Unanswered Questions
The design of the new Ola EV Car concept is futuristic and minimalist, clearly intended to appeal to a younger, tech-savvy demographic in congested urban environments. As a direct Ola MG Comet rival, it will compete on design, maneuverability, and smart features. However, to truly succeed, it must also challenge the practicality and value proposition of the Tata Tiago EV, which benefits from a larger service network.
Despite the excitement, many questions remain. While the technology was showcased, detailed Ola Electric Car specifications—such as range, battery capacity, and motor power—were not disclosed. Most importantly for potential customers, the company did not announce a definitive Ola Electric Car launch date or provide a price range, stating only that the vehicle is in its development phase.
The journey from a concept reveal at Sankalp 2025 to mass production is fraught with challenges. However, this announcement serves as the most concrete piece of Ola Electric Car news to date, confirming that the company's four-wheeler dream is very much alive and has been reimagined for the Indian mass market.