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MG Astor SUV to be available with heated ORVMs
Heated ORVMs for MG Astor SUV in India

MG Astor SUV to be available with heated ORVMs

Aug 23, 2021
01:51 pm

What's the story

British automaker MG Motor is expected to launch its Astor SUV in India in the coming weeks. Now, a carandbike report has claimed that the vehicle will provide power-adjustable heated ORVMs with integrated turn indicators. Heated ORVMs allow for clear vision in humid weather conditions and extreme winters. The car will also boast segment-first features like Autonomous Level 2 technology and an AI assistant

Exteriors

The car will have 17-inch wheels and mid-range radars

MG Astor will sport a sculpted hood, a hexagonal radial-patterned grille with a 3D effect, a roof-mounted spoiler, mid-range radars, a multi-purpose camera, and LED headlamps. On the sides, the SUV will be flanked by roof rails, blacked-out B-pillars, and 17-inch dual-tone diamond-cut alloy wheels. As for the dimensions, it will have a length of 4,314mm and a wheelbase of 2,585mm.

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It will be available with two engine choices

The MG Astor will be powered by a BS6-compliant 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine that generates 119.6hp/150Nm and a 1.3-liter turbo-petrol mill that churns out 163.2hp/230Nm. Transmission duties on the SUV will be taken care of by a 6-speed manual or a CVT gearbox.

Interiors

The vehicle will get several safety options

MG Astor will offer a dual-tone Sangria Red-themed cabin with a panoramic sunroof and a flat-bottom steering wheel. It will house an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment panel with support for Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and i-SMART connected car technology. Multiple airbags, Intelligent Headlamp Control (IHC), Forward Collision Warning, Rear Drive Assist (RDA), Adaptive Cruise Control, and Automatic Emergency Braking will ensure the passengers' safety.

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MG Astor: Pricing and rivals

The MG Astor is likely to carry a price-tag of around Rs. 12 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. At this price point, the car will go against rivals such as the SKODA KUSHAQ, Hyundai CRETA, and Kia Seltos.