In a much-anticipated launch, MG Motor India introduced the MG Astor 2024, setting the stage for intense competition in the SUV segment. Priced competitively at a starting point of Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom), the MG Astor aims to challenge prominent players in the market such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Uban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, and Volkswagen Taigun.
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MG Astor 2024 Price:
MG Astor 2024 Price competitively at a starting point of Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom).
Keys and Specifications:
| Specification/Feature | Details |
| Variants and Pricing | Sprint, Shine, Select, Sharp Pro, Savvy Pro |
| Starting Price: Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom) | |
| Engine Options | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated unit |
| – Power: 110bhp | |
| – Torque: 144Nm | |
| – Transmission: 6-speed MT, CVT | |
| 1.3-litre turbocharged unit | |
| – Power: 140bhp | |
| – Torque: 220Nm | |
| – Transmission: 6-speed AT | |
| Advanced Features | – Ventilated front seats |
| – Wireless charger | |
| – Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | |
| – Panoramic sunroof | |
| – Auto-dimming IRVM (Interior Rear View Mirror) | |
| – Updated i-Smart 2.0 with advanced UI | |
| – Over 80 connected features | |
| i-Smart 2.0 Features | – Jio voice recognition system |
| – Advanced voice commands for various functionalities | |
| – Widget customization on home screen | |
| – Unique birthday wish feature on head unit, customizable through the i-Smart mobile app | |
| AI Assistant and ADAS | – First SUV in India with a personal AI assistant |
| – 14 autonomous Level 2 features | |
| – Powered by mid-range radars and a multi-purpose camera | |
| – Advanced Driver-Assistance System (ADAS) | |
| – 49 safety features |
FAQs: (Frequently asked Questions)
1. What are the variants available for the MG Astor 2024, and what is the starting price?
The MG Astor 2024 is available in Sprint, Shine, Select, Sharp Pro, and Savvy Pro variants, with a starting price of Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom).
2. Does the MG Astor 2024 come with multiple engine options, and what are they?
Yes, the MG Astor offers two engine options – a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated unit and a 1.3-litre turbocharged unit.
3. What transmission options are available for the MG Astor’s 1.5-litre engine?
The 1.5-litre engine in the MG Astor can be paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission (MT) or a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
4. What are the key features of the i-Smart 2.0 system in the MG Astor?
The i-Smart 2.0 system introduces features like Jio voice recognition, widget customization, and a unique birthday wish feature. It offers over 80 connected features.
5. What makes the MG Astor unique in terms of AI assistant and autonomous features?
The MG Astor is the first SUV in India to feature a personal AI assistant and incorporates 14 autonomous Level 2 features for advanced driver-assistance.
6. How many safety features does the MG Astor come with?
The MG Astor boasts a total of 49 safety features, underlining its commitment to providing a secure driving experience.
7. How can users customize the MG Astor’s head unit through the i-Smart mobile app?
The head unit of the MG Astor can be customized through the i-Smart mobile app, allowing users to personalize features such as the unique birthday wish feature.
8. What is the significance of the MG Astor’s wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration?
The wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration in the MG Astor provides added convenience, eliminating the need for physical connections while ensuring seamless connectivity.
9. What are the key competitors of the MG Astor in the market?
The MG Astor competes with popular SUVs in the market, including the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Uban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, and Volkswagen Taigun.
10. What is Gaurav Gupta’s perspective on the MG Astor’s launch, and how does he describe the vehicle’s offerings?
Gaurav Gupta, Deputy Managing Director at MG Motor India, describes the MG Astor as a combination of features, design, and value propositions that aim to meet customer expectations and delight car buyers.
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