MG Astor — Price, Mileage, Variants & Expert Review

Open the tailgate first: 488 litres of boot in a 4,323 mm mid-size body is the Astor's most persuasive number, and it pairs with a 2,585 mm wheelbase that keeps the rear seat honest for three passengers. This is a conventionally-shaped, conventionally-practical SUV in a market rushing toward coupe rooflines — luggage, dogs and Diwali shopping all approve. A panoramic sunroof, heated door mirrors and rain-sensing wipers round out a cabin pitched clearly above its price point.

The mechanical story is short because there is only one chapter: a 1.5 VTi-TECH petrol with 110 PS and 144 Nm, through a 5-speed manual or a CVT. Claimed mileage is 15.43 kmpl — just 3% above the SUV segment's median figure — and at 11.2 PS per lakh the Astor sits behind rivals on power-per-rupee. No diesel, no turbo, no CNG: buyers wanting choice under the bonnet must look elsewhere, and MG knows it.

Priced from ₹9.79 lakh to ₹15.5 lakh across a tidy 8 variants, the Astor ranks 19th on entry price among 144 SUVs in a segment with a ₹39.5 lakh median. Its pitch is equipment density and cabin size per rupee rather than any drivetrain bragging right — ADAS features, the panoramic roof and full LED lighting arrive at prices where several rivals are still selling halogen bulbs.

Astor Variants & Ex-Showroom Prices

Ex-showroom prices. See the city-wise on-road price for your city.

Engine, Performance & Mileage

VTi-TECH Petrol

1498 cc · 110 PS @ 6000 rpm · 144 Nm @ 4400 rpm · 5-Speed MT / CVT AT · ARAI 15.43 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

Astor Dimensions

Length: 4323 mm · Width: 1809 mm · Height: 1650 mm · Wheelbase: 2585 mm · Boot space: 488 litres · Fuel tank: 48 litres

Astor Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Theft Alarm, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Theft Device, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts.

Ownership & Running Costs

Around 10,000 km / 12 months (indicative)

The naturally-aspirated 1.5 keeps scheduled service simple — roughly ₹5,000-7,000 a year, though MG's network is thinner than Maruti or Hyundai (indicative)

First-year comprehensive typically ₹35,000-50,000 depending on variant and city (indicative)

At the claimed 15.43 kmpl, petrol running lands near ₹6.5-7/km; the 48-litre tank gives a theoretical 700-plus km between fills (indicative)

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Astor vs Rivals

Astor vs Tata Curvv: From ₹9.76 lakh with petrol and diesel choices and a 15 kmpl diesel claim — three engines and a DCT versus the Astor's one-engine simplicity. See the Tata Curvv.

Astor vs Renault Duster: From ₹10.49 lakh claiming 19.41 kmpl — tougher-flavoured and thriftier on paper, but well behind the Astor's equipment list. See the Renault Duster.

Astor vs Nissan Tekton: From ₹10.49 lakh at a claimed 19.4 kmpl — the Duster's twin in most ways, and another petrol-economy alternative. See the Nissan Tekton.

Astor vs Mahindra Thar: From ₹10.32 lakh — an off-road icon with a 9 kmpl best claim; the opposite trade to the Astor's comfort-and-boot formula. See the Mahindra Thar.

GaadiInfo Verdict

The Astor is the SUV equivalent of a well-specced apartment: nothing thrilling behind the wheel, everything pleasant around you. The 110 PS engine is adequate in the city and merely sufficient beyond it, so buy this car for the cabin, boot and kit — which means skipping the base trims and landing in the middle of the 8-variant range with the CVT, where the panoramic roof and ADAS typically live. If your driving is mostly urban with occasional highway, it is an easy car to recommend; if torque or economy leads your priorities, the rivals listed below win.

• Take the CVT unless the budget truly forbids it — 144 Nm plus a 5-speed manual is workable, but the CVT suits the Astor's relaxed character far better
• MG's smaller network means service reach varies by city; map your nearest workshop before booking, not after
• The single-engine range makes discounting simpler — push for a straight price cut or free extended-package items rather than accessory bundles
• At PDI, run the panoramic sunroof full-cycle, verify heated ORVM and rain-sensing wiper operation, and check the 488-litre boot's parcel shelf and floor panel fitment

Frequently asked questions

How much does the MG Astor cost in 2026?

₹9.79 lakh to ₹15.5 lakh (ex-showroom) across 8 variants, all powered by the same 1.5 petrol.

What is the MG Astor's claimed mileage?

15.43 kmpl from the 110 PS 1.5 VTi-TECH petrol — a modest figure, only about 3% above the segment median.

Why does the Astor have only one engine?

MG positions the Astor on cabin, boot and equipment rather than drivetrain choice — the 110 PS/144 Nm petrol with 5MT or CVT is the whole range. Buyers needing diesel or turbo power should cross-shop the Tata Curvv.

How practical is the Astor's boot for family duty?

At 488 litres it is one of the biggest boots near this price — three large suitcases fit without folding the rear seat.

Astor manual or CVT — which one?

The CVT, for most buyers. With 144 Nm on tap the car rewards relaxed driving, and the CVT matches that temperament in traffic.

Which safety and comfort features does the Astor carry?

ADAS features, a panoramic sunroof, heated outside mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, LED headlamps and taillights, and cornering foglamps across the upper trims.

Is 110 PS enough for highway trips in the Astor?

For cruising with a family, yes; for frequent quick overtakes fully loaded, you will feel the 144 Nm ceiling. It is a comfort-paced SUV, not a fast one.

Which Astor variant is the smart buy?

A mid-range CVT variant — that is where the panoramic roof and driver-assist kit typically land while staying well below the ₹15.5 lakh top end.