KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 10-inch infotainment screen now standard on all variants
- Panoramic sunroof offered under Rs. 12.5 lakh price
- New Shine and Select variants increase accessibility
- Wireless charging available in Sharp Pro trim
- 14 ADAS functions and 50+ safety features
MG Motor India is rewriting the rulebook for mid-size SUVs with the latest MY2025 edition of the Astor. Rebranded as the 'Blockbuster SUV,' the Astor now delivers a feature-rich package that punches well above its price bracket - most notably by becoming the only SUV in the 1.5 litre mid-size segment to offer both a 10-inch infotainment screen and a panoramic sunroof below Rs. 12.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Check out more details below and make sure you join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay versed on the latest automotive news.
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MG Astor: Segment-First Features
For budget-conscious buyers seeking premium touches, the Astor now ticks all the right boxes. The expansive 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system comes standard across the range - an unmatched offering in this segment. Meanwhile, the panoramic sunroof, a key draw for Indian consumers, is available from the newly introduced 'Shine' variant upward, ensuring an elevated cabin experience without crossing the Rs. 12.5 lakh threshold.
MG Astor: New Variants Expand Accessibility
The MY2025 update introduces two fresh variants - Shine and Select - broadening the appeal of the Astor to different buyer personas. These trims strike a careful balance between price, features, and performance, bringing high-end tech to a wider audience.
MG Astor: Tech-Loaded
The Astor Sharp Pro variant offers wireless charging - a rare find among 1.5-Litre mid-size SUVs with automatic transmission under Rs. 15 lakh. It also adds other class-leading elements like ventilated front seats, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, auto-dimming IRVM, and a smart digital key system that works even without a mobile network.
Adding to its high-tech appeal is MG's updated i-SMART 2.0 suite, which now comes with 80+ connected car features. Highlights include a revamped user interface, JIO-powered voice commands that understand natural speech, and infotainment control for weather updates, cricket scores, horoscopes, dictionary access, and more.
MG Astor: Unmatched Safety and Convenience
True to its promise of combining safety with innovation, the Astor offers over 50 safety features and an impressive 14-function ADAS suite. Segment-first additions like heated ORVMs - especially on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles - underline MGs effort to bring luxury-level comfort into mainstream affordability.
The Blockbuster Experience Starts at Rs. 11.30 Lakh
Starting at Rs. 11.30 lakh, the MG Astor continues to be powered by a 1.5L VTi-TECH petrol engine, paired with both manual and CVT gearbox options. It's not just a car - it's an experience aimed at offering more for less, particularly for tech-savvy, comfort-seeking Indian consumers.
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Verdict
With the latest updates, MG Motor has positioned the Astor as a true disruptor in India's mid-size SUV market. Offering a large infotainment system and panoramic sunroof at a price point unheard of in its class, the Astor doesn't just follow trends - it sets them. If you are in the market for a feature-packed SUV that doesn't burn a hole in your wallet, the 2025 MG Astor deserves a serious look.
