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Volkswagen Taigun vs MG Astor

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Volkswagen Taigun or MG Astor? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Taigun and Astor. Volkswagen Taigun Price starts at Rs.11.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 1.0 TSI Comfortline MT and MG Astor Price starts at Rs.9.98 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sprint VTI - Tech 5 MT. Volkswagen Taigun is 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm power whereas MG Astor is a 4 cylinder, 1498 cc Engine can generate 108.49 bhp @ 6000 power. In terms of mileage, Taigun provides a mileage of 18.1 kmpl (base model), and Astor has a mileage of 15.43 kmpl (base model).

Taigun vs Astor

Key HighlightsVolkswagen TaigunMG Astor
PriceRs.11.70 LakhRs.9.98 Lakh
Engine Capacity999 cc1498 cc
Power113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm108.49 bhp @ 6000
Mileage/Range18.1 kmpl15.43 kmpl
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Volkswagen Taigun 1.0 TSI Comfortline MT car
1.0 TSI Comfortline MT
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Specifications Overview

Taigun specificationsAstor specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
13.55 Lakh
11.16 Lakh
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
385 Litres
488 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
999 cc
1498 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
108.49 bhp @ 6000
Colors
Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Taigun Brakes, Suspension & TyresAstor Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Twist beam axle
Torsion Beam
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Disc
Wheels
-
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
-
Steel
Front Tyre Size
205/60 R16
215/55 R17
Rear Tyre Size
205/60 R16
215/55 R17
Turning Radius
5.05 meters
5.6 meters
Tyre Size Spare
205 / 55 R17
215/60 R16
Wheels Size
R16
R17

Exterior

Taigun ExteriorAstor Exterior
Sunroof
checkYes
No
Power Windows
checkYes
Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs
-
Electrically Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
-
checkYes
Rear Wiper
-
checkYes
Rear Defogger
-
checkYes
Bootlid Opener
-
Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
yes
No
Daytime Running Lights
-
LED
LED headlight
-
checkYes
Projector headlight
-
No
Automatic Headlamps
checkYes
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
checkYes

Instrumentation

Taigun InstrumentationAstor Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
-
checkYes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
-
checkYes
Fuel level guage
Digital
-
Gear Indicator
-
checkYes
Shift Indicator
-
No
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
-
Odometer
Digital
-
Avg fuel economy display
-
checkYes

Infotainment & Communication

Taigun Infotainment & CommunicationAstor Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
checkYes
checkYes
Android Auto
checkYes
checkYes
Voice Command
checkYes
checkYes
Infotainment Screen
checkYes
Yes + 10 inch
Multifunction Display
checkYes
checkYes
Touchscreen Size
-
10.1 Inch
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
-
checkYes
Gesture Control
-
No
Integrated Music System
-
checkYes
Speakers
-
4
AM/FM Radio
-
checkYes
USB Compatibility
-
checkYes
Wireless Charger
-
No
Basic Warranty
4 Years/ 100000 Kms
-

Engine & Transmission

Taigun Engine & TransmissionAstor Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
999 cc
1498 cc
Engine Type
1.0L TSI
VTi-TECH 1.5
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6 Speed
5 Gears
Power
113.98 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
108.49 bhp @ 6000
Torque
178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm
144 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Fast Charging
No
-
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
20 kmpl
15.43 kmpl
Top Speed
150 kmph
-
Emission Norm
BS VI
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Taigun Comfort & ConvenienceAstor Comfort & Convenience
AC
-
checkYes
Rear AC Vents
-
Blower& Vents Behind Front Armrest
Automatic climate control
-
checkYes
Heater
-
checkYes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
-
Driver & Co-Driver
Cruise Control
checkYes
No
Start / Stop Button
checkYes
No
Power Steering
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable steering
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
checkYes
checkYes
Leather streering wheels
-
checkYes
Drive Modes
No information
-
Keyless Entry
checkYes
checkYes
Electronic Parking Brake
-
No
Parking Assist
-
No

Safety

Taigun SafetyAstor Safety
NCAP Rating
-
Not Tested
Airbags
6
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
checkYes
checkYes
Overspeed Warning
-
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
checkYes
checkYes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
checkYes
checkYes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
checkYes
checkYes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
checkYes
checkYes
ASR / Traction Control
checkYes
checkYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
checkYes
checkYes
Lane Departure Warning
-
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
-
checkYes
Seat Belt Warning
-
checkYes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
-
checkYes
Rear Middle Head Rest
-
checkYes

Dimensions & Capacity

Taigun Dimensions & CapacityAstor Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4221 mm
4323 mm
Width
1760 mm
1809 mm
Height
1612 mm
1650 mm
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2585 mm
Ground Clearance
188 mm
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No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 Litres
48 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
0.8 Litres
-
Boot Space
385 Litres
488 Litres
Kerb Weight
1208 kg
1303 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Taigun Pros & ConsAstor Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Great driving experience with German-styled dynamics and handling.
  • Has top-class safety standards with 6 airbags and 5-star GLOBAL NCAP ratings.
  • Comes with strong build quality and brilliant driving dynamics
  • It has almost every feature in the segment. These include ventilated seats, wireless charging, and connectivity.
  • Both engines are powerful and have decent fuel economy.
  • The 1.5L TSI EVO motor gets cylinder de-activation technology for enhanced fuel efficiency.
  • The boot space is decent in numbers but has great space and practicality.
  • Positioned as one of the most technologically advanced SUVs in its segment, featuring an AI assistant
  • Boasts a premium interior with a choice of two color options: Ivory & Sangria
  • The 2024 update introduces new features, including wireless charging, wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, and more
  • Aggressively priced, with the top model available at Rs 17.89 lakh (ex-showroom) and equipped with Level 2 ADAS
  • Offers an extensive array of features, such as a 360-camera, powered seats, automatic climate control, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, MG iSmart Suite, a panoramic sunroof, and more
  • The addition of new lower variants enhances the overall value-for-money proposition for Astor
  • Offer a good number of standard safety features such as all-4 disc brakes, ABS with EBD, ESP, hill-hold, traction control, rear fog lamp, ISOFIX child seat mount, all-5 3-point seatbelt, seatbelt reminder, and more
Cons
  • The cabin space could have been improved and seating 3 passengers in the rear can be a tight fit.
  • The plastic quality could have been improved on some panels.
  • The suspension setup is on the stiffer side which filters in potholes and bumps at slow speeds.
  • There is no diesel or hybrid option on offer.
  • It misses on Highline TPMS.
  • No diesel engine is available
  • The turbo petrol engine doesn't offer a manual transmission
  • Base variants have only 2 airbags, whereas many other SUVs in this category now provide 6 airbags
  • Although the Astor is longer, wider, and broader than other SUVs, its wheelbase isn't optimal, resulting in limited legroom at the rear
  • The Astor is most comfortable for 4 adults; accommodating 5 adults might be challenging
  • ADAS is available in the top-spec Savvy Pro variant only with the 1.4-litre turbo engine
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Detailed Comparison of Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor

Safety

Taigun comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Astor has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Body

Taigun has doors and seats. It is an with 385 Litres boot space, 50 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 188 mm. It is 1760 mm wide, 1612 mm high and 4221 mm long. It has 1208 kg kerb weight and 2651 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Astor is an with doors and seats ,48 Litres fuel tank capacity, 488 Litres boot space, It has 1650 mm height, 4323 mm length, 1809 mm width, and 1303 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Volkswagen Taigun comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 6 Speed Manual transmission. And Astor comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.

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Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor Owner Reviews

  • Taigun Review
  • Astor Review
    • SR
      Sridhar Reddy
      3 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      4.3
      Very safest car also driving dynamic is good, features and build quality very well design touch Infotainment system response with quality also very well overall. i am satisfied with this car suspension setup also compare to previous car this car is better specially Highway driving good experience. excellent car.
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      Anonymous
      5 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      5.0
      Built quality and safety. Every car safety is most important taigun is giving more safety and smooth in driving mode that is the biggest advantage of the people who is looking in their driving on the roads while driving on the highways and Normal roads in Indian. That is what my opinion.
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    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      1.0
      enough to feel comfort
      Likes (11)
    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      5.0
      Very excellent and comfortable product easy to drive with confidence
      Likes (7)
    • ST
      Sunilkumar Trivedi
      6 Month ago
      Review for Volkswagen Taigun
      5.0
      Very comfortable and satisfying one's ego. In love to buy it.
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    • M
      Mahendra
      3 Month ago
      Review for MG Astor
      4.4
      It is designed to provide a comfortable and premium experience for its occupants. It features a spacious cabin, with ample headroom and legroom for both the driver and passengers.
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    • R
      Ramesh
      3 Month ago
      Review for MG Astor
      4.4
      It comes equipped with a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which offers a wide range of features, including navigation, music streaming, and smartphone mirroring.
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    • MS
      Mohd Shadab khan
      3 Month ago
      Review for MG Astor
      4.4
      It is equipped with a range of safety features, including six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, and a rear parking sensor. The vehicle also comes with a 360-degree camera, which aids in parking and maneuvering in tight spaces.
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    • SS
      Surender Singh
      3 Month ago
      Review for MG Astor
      4.4
      It is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine that delivers a decent amount of power and torque. Its handling is praised for its stability and responsiveness, making it a fun car to drive, especially in city traffic. The ride quality is smooth, and the suspension system absorbs bumps and potholes effectively.
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    Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Volkswagen Taigun?
    The on-road price of Volkswagen Taigun is Rs. 13.55 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of MG Astor?
    The on-road price of MG Astor is Rs. 11.16 Lakh in New Delhi.