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MG Astor vs Volkswagen Taigun

Should you buy MG Astor or Volkswagen Taigun? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. MG Astor price starts at Rs 10 Lakh ex-showroom for Sprint (Petrol) and Volkswagen Taigun price starts Rs 11.70 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol). Astor has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Taigun has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Astor has a mileage of 15.43 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Taigun has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Astor Vs Taigun

Key HighlightsMG AstorVolkswagen Taigun
On Road PriceRs.20,26,310*Rs.22,81,670*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)14981498
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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MG Astor vs Volkswagen Taigun comparison

  • MG Astor
    Rs17.56 Lakh *
    VS
  • Volkswagen Taigun
    Rs19.74 Lakh *

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.20,26,310*Rs.22,81,670*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.38,561/month
Get EMI Offers
Rs.43,623/month
Get EMI Offers
InsuranceRs.77,372Rs.81,711
User Rating
4.3
Based on 313 Reviews
4.3
Based on 236 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
VTi-TECH1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Displacement (cc)
14981498
No. of Cylinders
44 Cylinder Cars44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
108.49bhp@6000rpm147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
144Nm@4400rpm250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
44
Turbo Charger
NoYes
Transmission TypeAutomaticAutomatic
Gearbox
CVT7-Speed DSG
Drive Type
FWDFWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)14.82 19.01
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)4850
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspensionMacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beamRear twist beam
Steering Type
ElectricElectric
Steering Column
Tilt-
Turning Radius (Metres)
-5.05
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Rear Brake Type
DiscDrum
Tyre Size
215/55 R17205/55 R17
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)1717
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)1717

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
43234221
Width (mm)
18091760
Height (mm)
16501612
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-188
Wheel Base (mm)
25852651
Front Tread (mm)
-1531
Rear Tread (mm)
-1516
Kerb Weight (kg)
-1314
Grossweight (kg)
-1700
Reported Boot Space (Litres)
488-
Seating Capacity
55
Boot Space (Litres)
-385
No. of Doors
5-

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
Yes-
Air Quality Control
Yes-
Accessory Power Outlet
Yes-
Trunk Light
Yes-
Vanity Mirror
Yes-
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes-
Rear AC Vents
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes-
Cruise Control
Yes-
Parking Sensors
Rear-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes-
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split-
Smart Access Card Entry
Yes-
Engine Start Stop Button
YesNo
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door-
USB Charger
Front & Rear-
Additional FeaturesRemote AC On/Off & Temperature Setting,Intelligent Headlamp Control-
One Touch Operating Power Window
Driver's Window-
Voice assisted sunroofYes-
Power WindowsFront & Rear-
Cup HoldersFront & Rear-
Air Conditioner
Yes-
Heater
Yes-
Adjustable Steering
Yes-
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
Yes-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes-
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front-
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
Yes-
Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYes-
Glove Box
Yes-
Digital Odometer
Yes-
Additional FeaturesInterior Theme- Dual Tone Iconic Ivory(Optional), Dual Tone Sangria Red,Perforated Leather,Premium Leather# Layering on Dashboard, Door Trim, Door Armrest and Centre Console with Stitching Details,Premium Soft Touch Dashboard,Satin Chrome Highlights to Door Handles, Air Vents and Steering Wheel,Interior Reading Lamp LED (Front&Rear), Leatherette Driver Armrest With Storage, PM 2.5 Filter, Seat Back Pockets, Rear Seat Middle Headrest, Rear Parcel ShelfBlack leatherette seat upholstery with Red stitching,Black headliner,New Glossy black dashboard decor,Sport Steering wheel with Red stitching,Embroidered GT logo on front seat back rest,Black styled grab handles, sunvisor,Alu pedals
Digital ClusterYes-
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)7-
UpholsteryLeatheretteLeatherette

Exterior

Available Colours
Havana Grey
White/Black Roof
Starry Black
Aurora Silver
Glaze Red
+1 MoreAstor Colours
Lava Blue
Carbon Steel Grey Matte
Curcuma Yellow
Deep Black Pearl
Rising Blue
+4 MoreTaigun Colours
Body TypeSUVAll SUV CarsSUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlampsYes-
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
Yes-
Wheel CoversNo-
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Rear Spoiler
Yes-
Sun Roof
Yes-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
Yes-
Integrated AntennaYes-
Cornering Foglamps
Yes-
Roof Rails
YesYes
LED DRLs
Yes-
LED Headlamps
YesYes
LED Taillights
Yes-
Additional FeaturesFull LED Hawkeye Headlamps with Chrome Highlights,Bold Celestial Grille,Chrome Finish On Window Beltline,Outside Door Handle with Chrome Highlights,Rear Bumper with Chrome Accentuated Dual Exhaust Design,Satin Silver Finish Roof Rails,Wheel & Side Cladding-Black,Front & Rear Bumper Skid Plate - Silver Finish,Door Garnish - Silver Finish,Body Coloured ORVM,High-Gloss Finish Fog Light SurroundBlack glossy front grille, Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser,Darkened LED head lamps,Carbon Steel Grey roof,Red GT branding on the grille, fender and rear,Black roof rails, door mirror housing and window bar,Dark Chrome door handles,R17 ‘Cassino’ black alloy wheels,Red painted brake calipers in front,Black fender badges,Rear Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser in Black
Fog LightsFront & Rear-
AntennaShark Fin-
SunroofPanoramic-
Heated Outside Rear View MirrorYes-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)Powered & Folding-
Tyre Size
215/55 R17205/55 R17
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless-
Wheel Size (Inch)
NA-

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Brake Assist-Yes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags66
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag RearNo-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
YesYes
Rear Camera
With GuidedlinesWith Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's WindowDriver and Passenger
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
Driver and PassengerDriver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
-Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes-
Geo Fence Alert
Yes-
Hill Descent Control
Yes-
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
360 View Camera
Yes-
Curtain AirbagYesYes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )-5
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )-5

ADAS

Forward Collision WarningYes-
Automatic Emergency BrakingYes-
Speed Assist SystemYes-
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance AssistYes-
Lane Departure WarningYes-
Lane Keep AssistYes-
Lane Departure Prevention AssistYes-
Adaptive Cruise ControlYes-
Adaptive High Beam AssistYes-
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYes-

Advance Internet

Live LocationYes-
Remote ImmobiliserYes-
Engine Start AlarmYes-
Remote Vehicle Status CheckYes-
Digital Car KeyYes-
Inbuilt AssistantYes-
Hinglish Voice CommandsYes-
Navigation With Live TrafficYes-
E-Call & I-CallYes-
Over the Air (OTA) UpdatesYes-
Over Speeding AlertYes-
In Car Remote Control AppYes-
Smartwatch AppYes-
Remote AC On/OffYes-
Remote Door Lock/UnlockYes-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
Yes-
Integrated 2DIN AudioYes-
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes-
Wifi Connectivity
Yes-
Touchscreen
Yes-
Touchscreen Size
10.1-
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay-
Android Auto
Yes-
Apple Car Play
Yes-
No. of Speakers
6-
Additional Featuresi-SMART 2.0 with Advanced UI,Head Turner: Smart Movement in Direction of Voice Interactive Emojis Including Greetings, Festival Wishes and Jokes,Head Turner: Smart Movement in Direction of Voice Interactive Emojis,JIO Voice Recognition with advanced Voice coands for Weather, Cricket,Calculator, Clock, Date/Day, Horoscope, Dictionary, News & Knowledge Including Greetings, Festival Wishes and Jokes,Jio Voice Recognition in Hindi,Enhanced Chit-Chat Interaction,Voice Coands Support to Control Skyroof, AC, Music, FM, Calling & More,Advanced UI with Widget customization of homescreen with multiple Homepages,Digital Key With Key Sharing Function,Customisable Lockscreen Wallpaper,Birthday Wish on Headunit (with customisable date option),Headunit Theme Store with Downloadable Themes,Preloaded Greeting Message On Entry (with customised message option)-
Usb PortsYes-
Inbuilt AppsJio Saavn-
Tweeter2-
SpeakersFront & Rear-

Pros & Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons
  • MG Astor

    • Premium interior cabin quality
    • Advanced features like ADAS and AI assistant
    • Refined and powerful turbo-petrol engine
    • Classy looks

    Volkswagen Taigun

    • Classy Volkswagen family SUV look
    • Punchy and refined 1.5-litre TSi engine
    • Impressive infotainment experience
    • Fun to drive
    • Automatic transmission with both engine options.

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