MG Astor 2025 Gets Costlier Than Hyundai Creta – Here's What You Should Know

MG Motor has quietly bumped up the prices of its 2025 MG Astor SUV, and it now officially costs more than its biggest rival – the Hyundai Creta. The new Astor lineup starts at Rs 11.30 lakh (ex-showroom), up from its earlier launch price of Rs 9.99 lakh. That’s a hefty Rs 1.30 lakh jump – making it Rs 20,000 pricier than the base Creta, which starts at Rs 11.10 lakh.

What Powers the 2025 MG Astor?

Under the hood, there are no mechanical changes. The Astor retains its trusted:

• 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine (110 HP, 144 Nm) – available with a manual gearbox or a CVT
• 1.3L turbo-petrol engine (140 HP, 220 Nm) – paired with a 6-speed automatic

Performance remains solid, but if you were hoping for hybrid options or BS6 Phase 2 tweaks, those haven’t arrived just yet.

Same Design, Minor Feature Boost

Visually, the 2025 MG Astor continues with its stylish European-inspired design, including:

• Chrome-heavy hexagonal front grille
• Signature LED DRLs and headlamps
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Sleek bumpers with mild cosmetic tweaks

Inside, it’s pretty much the same story. The cabin layout, digital cluster, and touchscreen system remain unchanged. However, there’s a new "Shine" variant, which packs in a panoramic sunroof and a 6-speaker audio system — making it the most affordable SUV in its class to offer a panoramic sunroof at Rs 12.48 lakh (ex-showroom).

MG Astor Variants & Updated Prices

The 2025 MG Astor is available in five trims:

1. Sprint
2. Shine
3. Select
4. Sharp Pro
5. Savvy Pro

Prices now range from Rs 11.30 lakh to Rs 17.56 lakh (ex-showroom).

Final Word – Is It Worth the Extra Cash?

With its revised pricing, the MG Astor edges into the premium territory, surpassing the Creta in cost. However, it still offers strong value through top-notch design, AI tech features, ADAS (on higher trims), and now, a panoramic sunroof in mid variants.

If cutting-edge design and rich in-cabin tech matter to you more than engine variety or resale value, the Astor still makes a compelling case. But for buyers purely looking at bang-for-buck or resale peace of mind, the Creta might hold the edge — at least on paper.