The MG Astor compact SUV was launched in India last week with prices starting at Rs 9.78 lakh and up to Rs 16.78 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom). It is essentially a petrol-powered version of the MG ZS EV. The new MG Astor is a petrol-only SUV and comes with a choice of two petrol mills. So, if you are planning to buy the recently launched Astor compact SUV, here are five pros and cons to check before finalizing the decision.
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1. It is one of the most tech SUVs from the Chinese-owned British carmaker. It is equipped with autonomous Level 2 technology, powered by mid-range radar and a multi-purpose camera that can realize a range of advanced driver-assistance systems.
2. The Astor SUV also gets a customized AI assistant, which is placed in the middle. It supports 35 Hinglish voice commands. The new system provides more than 80 Internet features including Wikipedia, jokes, news, festival GIFS, navigation, online music streaming, in-car controls and important in-car warnings.
3. MG Motor India has priced the Astor SUV quite aggressively as its prices start at ₹ 9.78 lakhs. The top-end variant costs ₹ 16.78 lakh (all prices ex-showroom). At this price, Astor beats almost all of its rivals.
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The MG Astor is essentially a petrol-powered version of the MG ZS EV.
4. MG Motor India offers the Astor with 27 standard safety features, which go up to 49 features depending on the variant chosen. It gets 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, traction control, hill descent control, hill hold control, emergency stop signal, ISOFIX mount, TPMS, all-disc brakes, 360-degree surround-view camera, front fog with cornering assist Lamps are included. , read fog lamps, and more.
5. MG Astor comes with a wide list of features including 10.1-inch touch screen infotainment system, 7-inch fully digital instrument cluster, power-adjustable front seats, auto climate control, 360-degree camera view, air-purifier Is. , Electric Parking Brake, Panoramic Sunroof, etc.
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1. No diesel engine on offer. MG offers the SUV a choice of two petrol mills – 1.4-litre turbo petrol and 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol. Note, established models like Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos are offered in both petrol and diesel variants.
2, Dimension wise, the MG Astor is taller, longer and wider than its main rivals – Creta, Seltos, Kushaq and Taigun. But, when it comes to wheelbase, the SUV is smaller than the competition. In fact, the space in the second row is ample when it comes to legroom and thigh support.
3. There is no manual gearbox option for the 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine. The motor is exclusively offered with a six-speed automatic transmission. There is a 6-speed manual gearbox on offer, but it comes mated to a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol.
MG Astor lacks ventilated seats and wireless charging
4. Though the SUV gets an extensive list of features, MG has omitted some basic ones like auto-dimming IRVM, telescopic steering adjustment, wireless charging, ventilated seats and paddle shifters.
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5. While the company announced the prices for the Astor last week, we are yet to know the prices of the ADAS-equipped variants. Note, Level 2 ADAS safety features are offered as an option on the VTI-Tech Sharp CVT and 220 Sharp AT variants. We expect MG India to announce it in the coming days.
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