Image gallery: 2021 MG Astor
MG Motor India's newest offering is the MG Astor. The Astor is the facelifted, petrol-powered version of the MG ZS EV and suts below the MG Hector in the brand's line-up. Bookings for the MG Astor being on September 19, with a launch planned soon after.
The big highlight with the MG Astor is that its is the first SUV in its segment to offer level 2 autonomous driving assitance systems as well as an AI-based voice assitant. The 10.1-inch touchscreen is standard across all variants and packs a Jio 4G SIM to offer a suite of connected functions and services. Other features include artificial leather upholstery, connected features, 6-way adjustable seats, three steering modes, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, panoramic sunroof, e-brake, heated ORVM, rain-sensing wipers, PM2.5 filter, front and rear armrests and a Bluetooth-operated digital key for locking/unlocking and starting the Astor.
The 2021 MG Astor will be offered with two petrol engines. The base engine to be available with the lower Super and Smart variants is a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated motor making 110PS and 144 Nm. This will pair with a six-speed manual or an 8-step CVT. The top engine is a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol that puts out 140PS and 220 Nm mated to a six-speed AT. This will be offered on the higher trims and will be fitted with a torque converter automatic. When the MG Astor launches in India, expect it to undercut competitors like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Skoda Kushaq on price. The range should start from Rs 9 to 10 lakh ex-showroom. Scroll below to see the MG Astor in detail.
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1349cc
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1497cc
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250
20.8 Kmpl
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1496cc
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143
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15.8 Kmpl
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1498cc
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