Mg Astor vs Volkswagen Taigun

Autocar India

Astor

1.5 Petrol Savvy Pro CVT

Taigun

GT Plus Sport 1.5 TSI DCT

MG Astor

Mg

Astor

1.5 Petrol Savvy Pro CVT

15.30 lakh

Volkswagen Taigun

Volkswagen

Taigun

GT Plus Sport 1.5 TSI DCT

19.30 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
–

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

CVT
DCT

Number of Gears

8
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

110hp
150 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

144Nm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

E20 Compatibility

–

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

–

City Fuel Economy as Tested

8.3 kmpl
–

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

10.48 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

48 litres
–

User Reported Mileage

16.15 kmpl
13 kmpl

Fuel Supply System

–
Direct Injection

Official Fuel Economy

–
18.85 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Twist beam axle

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt
–

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R17
205/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R17
205/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
–

Turning Radius

–
5.05

Dimensions

Length

4323 mm
4221 mm

Width

1809 mm
1760 mm

Height

1650 mm
1612 mm

Wheelbase

2585 mm
2651 mm

Kerb Weight

1349 kg
1320 kg

Doors

5
5

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

–
385 - 1405 litres

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Driver Armrest Storage

Door Pockets

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

Vanity Mirror

Cabin Boot Access

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Front Seatback Pockets

Glove Box

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Interior Lamps

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
–

Cup Holders

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

–

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
–

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

UV Cut Glass

–

Trunk Light

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Curtain Airbag

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Speed Assist System

–

Passenger Airbag

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Seat Belt Warning

Side Airbag

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Overspeed Warning

Heads Up Display

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

High Beam Assist

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold
–

Traction Control

–

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

–

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
Warning Only

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

BNCAP Rating

–
5

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Rub Strips

LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

–

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Cornering Headlights

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

ORVM turn indicators

Scuff Plates

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Projector Headlamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Roof Rails

Functional

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Connected LED

–

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
–

Tachometer

Digital
–

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

–

Branded Music System

–

Speakers

6
6

CD Player

–

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

Display

10.1-inch Touchscreen
10.09-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
–

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Connected Car Features

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Geo Fence

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Find My Car

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

SOS Button

–

Driving Analytics

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•18w

I have been driving a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TDI for the past 13.5 years and have clocked around 1.2 lakh km with it. It is a car I absolutely love, and despite test-driving many newer vehicles while looking for an upgrade, I am still struggling to find something that matches its combination of punchy performance, handling, steering feel, solidity, and overall driving quality. I am now looking to upgrade to an SUV with a budget of around ₹25 lakh. So far, I have test-driven the following: Renault Duster 1.3 Turbo Petrol Manual - contrary to the hype, I found it quite disappointing Tata Sierra 1.5 Petrol Automatic - comfortable, but it felt underpowered MG Hector, MG Astor, and Mahindra XUV700 - none of them really connected with me as a driver Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 TSI GT - this came closest in terms of driving feel, but the build quality and solidity still did not feel as robust as my older CBU Polo Volkswagen Tiguan - liked it, but it is unfortunately beyond my budget I am not inclined towards the Hyundai Creta or Kia Seltos because build quality and safety are very important to me. My driving usage is around 70% city and 30% occasional highway trips, although I would like to increase my long-distance driving in the future. Could you please suggest some strong options that offer solid build quality, engaging driving dynamics, good safety, and an overall premium driving experience that could genuinely feel like a worthy upgrade from my Polo?

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•19w

I’m looking to buy a compact SUV with an automatic transmission for my family, with a budget under Rs. 17 lakh. It should comfortably seat 5 people - 4 adults and 1 child - plus luggage. My usage will be mostly city driving in Pune for office commutes, with occasional highway trips to Mumbai and other outstation routes that include ghat sections. I’m considering the Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Hyundai Creta N Line, Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, and MG Astor. Could you please help me decide which automatic option would be most reliable for me? I’d like to compare them on safety, mileage, comfort, and service/maintenance. If there’s another car you’d recommend that fits my needs better, please suggest that too.

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