Carmaker Morris Garages (MG) has launched the refreshed version of its mid-size SUV 'Astor' in India. The new Astor 2024 comes with new features such as ventilated seats in the front row, wireless charger, wireless android Auto & Apple Car Play, and Auto-dimming IRVM for additional security and convenience, along with an updated i-SMART 2.0 with advanced user interface.
India’s first SUV with AI inside will be available in the All-new variants as - Sprint, Shine, Select, Sharp Pro and Savvy Pro, starting at a price of Rs. 9,98,000 (ex-showroom).
The MG Astor 2024 now comes equipped with i-SMART 2.0 and 80+ connected features. Among its standout features is the Jio voice recognition system, enabling advanced voice commands for Weather, Cricket updates, Calculator, Clock, Date/Day information, Horoscope, Dictionary, News and knowledge. The anti-theft feature, coupled with digital key functionality, ensures security even without a network connection. The Advanced UI is complemented by Widget customisation on the home screen with multiple home pages and a unique Birthday Wish feature on the Head unit that allows date customisation through i-SMART mobile app.Commenting on the launch, Gaurav Gupta, Deputy Managing Director of MG Motor India, said, “We are committed to meeting our customers’ expectations with products that showcase the latest in automobile technology. Keeping to this promise and as a brand celebrating its centenary this year, the Astor 2024 line-up offers a combination of features, design, and great value propositions which delight car buyers."
MG Astor is the first SUV in India to get a personal AI assistant and 14 Autonomous Level 2 features powered by mid-range radars and a multi-purpose camera that can realise a series of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) features. MG Astor comes with 49 Top End Safety features, and the premium interiors and panoramic sunroof elevate the driving experience to a new level of comfort.
The new MG Astor 2024 will be available with 1.5 L MT and CVT and 1.3 Turbo AT powertrains.