The MG Astor 2024 was unveiled today by MG Motor India, with a starting price of Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom). The car competes against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Uban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, and Volkswagen Taigun.
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The MG Astor 2024 is available in Sprint, Shine, Select, Sharp Pro, and Savvy Pro models.
As a petrol-only SUV, the MG Astor has two engine options: a 1.5-litre normally aspirated unit (110bhp and 144Nm) and a 1.3-litre turbocharged one (140bhp and 220Nm). The 1.5-litre engine may be connected with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT, whilst the 1.3-litre engine is linked with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
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The MG Astor 2024 has heated front seats, a wireless charger, wireless Android Auto and Apple Car Play, a panoramic sunroof, and auto-dimming IRVM, as well as a revised i-Smart 2.0 with an improved user interface. There are more than 80 related features.
Among the notable i-Smart 2.0 features is the Jio voice recognition technology, which allows sophisticated voice queries for weather, cricket updates, calculator, clock, date/day information, horoscope, dictionary, news, and knowledge. The complex UI is complimented by widget customization on the home screen, which includes several home pages, as well as a special birthday wish function on the head unit that permits date customization via the i-Smart mobile app.
“We are devoted to exceeding our clients’ expectations by offering cutting-edge automotive technologies. Keeping this commitment, and as a brand commemorating its centennial this year, the Astor 2024 lineup provides a mix of features, design, and exceptional value propositions that will thrill automobile consumers,” said Gaurav Gupta, Deputy Managing Director, MG Motor India.
The MG Astor is India’s first SUV with a personal AI assistant and 14 autonomous Level 2 capabilities powered by mid-range radars and a multi-purpose camera capable of delivering a variety of advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) functions. MG Astor includes 49 safety features.