MG Motor India has finally pulled the covers off the Astor compact SUV. Slated to launch in the coming weeks, the new model will lock horns with the likes of Hyundai Creta and VW Taigun. Its claim to fame comes from segment-first Level-2 ADAS features and an AI-powered voice assistant.
MG Astor Specs
The MG Astor will be a petrol-only model that will be available with two engine options a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated mill good for 110PS-144 Nm and a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol motor that makes 140PS-220Nm. The former will be available with a manual transmission as well as a CVT, while the latter will be only on sale with an auto box. The turbo versin will be sold only in the top-spec Sharp and Savvy trims, while the less powerful model will be offered in the Super and Smart variants.
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| Engine | Power | Torque |
| Maximum Power | 110 PS | 144 Nm |
| Peak Torque | 140 PS | 230 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed Manual, 8-step CVT | 6-speed AT |
| Dimensions | 4323 mm x 1809 mm x 1654 mm (LxWxB) |
MG Astor Features
Other highlights of the features list of the MG Astor will include a 10.1-inch HD infotainment touchscreen, 7-inch instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support, wireless smartphone charging pod, 6-way driver seat adjustment, steering adjustment model, three interior colour trim options, electric parking brake, heated ORVM, rain-sensing wiper, PM 2.5 air filter, rear AC vents, digital key, Bosch-provided TCS, hill-descent control, 6-airbags, 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof and more.
MG Astor Personal Assistant Features
Meanwhile, the personal assistant that this car will boast works on Artificial Intelligence technology that can help you perform several tasks. In words of MG, its an assistant thats a true companion . Other than offering navigation assistance, the personal assistant can even tall a joke or extract information from Wikipedia. The highlights of the Astors AI assistant include-
- Wikipedia support
- Navigation support
- Tell jokes
- Play News Updates
- Hold conversations
- Display Festival GIFs
- Play Music
- Control select car features
- Provide in-car warning
- Communication in Hinglish
MG Astor ADAS (Level-2) Features
Astor will even offer 80+ internet features powered by next-gen iSmart technology. The compact SUV will even come with Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System that is an upgrade from the Glosters Level 1 ADAS. The highlights of this system include-
- Adaptive cruise control
- Forward collision warning
- Automatic emergency braking
- Automatic emergency braking - pedestrian
- Lane keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- Lane departure prevention
- Speed assist system - speed warning
- Speed assist system - intelligent mode
- Speed assist system - manual mode
- Rear-drive assist - rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear-drive assist - lane change assist
- Rear-drive assist - Blind spot detection
- Intelligent headlight control
Prices of the MG Astor are you to be revealed but our guess is that they would range from Rs 11 lakh to 18 lakh (ex-showroom). The new model will lock horns with Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq and VW Taigun.
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