2025 MG Astor vs Maruti Grand Vitara: Specification Compared
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The 2025 MG Astor and Maruti Grand Vitara share a raft of common things but they are completely different when it comes to few essential parts
Morris Garages, famously known as MG, recently launched the 2025 Astor in India, adding a few standard features to its low- and mid-spec variants as a part of the model year update. However, the compact SUV is no longer available with a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine. The 2025 Astor takes on the Maruti Grand Vitara — one the most sought-after models in its segment. It offers a wide variety of engine options, two drivetrain choices. Here we find out how these two models stack up against each other.
Dimensions
| 2025 MG Astor |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
Difference |
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| Length |
4,323 mm |
4,345 mm |
+ 22 mm |
| Width |
1,809 mm |
1,795 mm |
(-) 14 mm |
| Height |
1,650 mm |
1,645 mm |
(-) 5 mm |
| Wheelbase |
2,585 mm |
2,600 mm |
+ 15 mm |
Overall, there is not a night and day difference between the two SUVs when it comes to dimensions. However, the Grand Vitara is slightly longer than the Astor, plus it features an additional wheelbase of 15 mm. On the flip side, the Astor is marginally wider and taller than its counterpart.
Powertrain options
| 2025 MG Astor |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
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| Engine |
1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol |
1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol |
1.5-litre strong-hybid petrol |
1.5-litre petrol+CNG |
| Power output |
110 PS |
103 PS |
92.45 PS (111.56 PS combined) |
88 PS |
| Torque output |
144 Nm |
136.8 Nm |
122 Nm |
121.5 Nm |
| Transmission |
5-speed MT / CVT |
5-speed MT / 6-speed AT |
e-CVT |
5-speed MT |
| Drivetrain |
FWD |
FWD / AWD |
FWD |
FWD |
*MT = Manual Transmission, AT = Automatic Transmission, CVT = Continuously Variable Transmission, FWD = Front-wheel-drive, and AWD = All-wheel-drive
Since the 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine is no longer available with the MG Astor, it is left with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit, which makes 7 PS more power and 7 Nm of higher torque output than the 1.5-litre petrol motor of the Grand Vitara. On a positive side, this engine of the Maruti’s offering can be had with an optional all-wheel-drive system. In addition, it is available in CNG version paired with a manual gearbox.
The Grand Vitara also comes with another (identical to the one found on the Toyota Hyryder) self-charging hybrid powertrain option: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine linked to a small battery pack and an electric motor. This makes a combined power output of 111.56 PS. Above all, it claims to return a mileage of 27.97 kmpl. Plus, users can drive it on an electric-only model for a brief period of time.
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Features
| 2025 MG Astor |
Maruti Grand Vitara |
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| Exterior |
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| Interior |
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| Comfort and convenience |
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| Infotainment |
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| Safety |
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- The Astor and Grand Vitara come with LED headlights but the latter has a pair of projector units. Also on offer is auto headlights and follow-me-home functions. However, the Astor also comes with heated ORVMs.
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The interior of both the offerings can be had in either a dual-tone or black theme. Plus, there are front and rear armrests, 60:40 rear seat split, and PM 2.5 filter. The Astor also gets LED reading lamps, while the Grand Vitara has interior mood lighting, tilt and telescopic steering adjustment, and a rear seat reclining function.
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Both compact SUVs share some common features, such as fully digital displays, a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger, ventilated front seats, 6 speakers, connected car tech, and auto-dimming IRVM to name a few. However, the Astor additionally gets a 6-way powered driver’s seat, OTA updates, and a tad larger infotainment, while the Grand Vitara offers a heads-up display and paddle shifters.
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Neither of them come equipped with 6 airbags as standard. But the Astor features Level 2 ADAS and an electronic parking brake. Remaining safety equipment is common otherwise.
Prices
| Models |
Price |
|---|---|
| 2025 MG Astor |
Rs 9.99 lakh to Rs 17.56 lakh |
| Maruti Grand Vitara |
Rs 11.19 lakh to Rs 20.09 lakh |
Prices are ex-showroom
The base variant of the 2025 MG Astor is noticeably more affordable than the base-spec Maruti Grand Vitara. Notably, even though the prices of their entry-level variants are similar to other compact SUVs in the market, both the SUVs do not offer six airbags as standard across the board. That said, the cost of top-spec variants of the Astor and Grand Vitara are poles apart, in fact, the range-topping variant of Maruti’s SUV is dearer by Rs 2.53 lakh. The difference is due the discontinuation of the 140 PS 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine from the Astor’s lineup.
Verdict
All in all, the 2025 MG Astor and Maruti Grand Vitara have a similar starting price but they are at opposite extremes when it comes to pricing of the top-spec variants. The flip side of these SUVs are features and they are also similar in safety equipment barring a couple of advanced features. The Astor and Grand Vitara are widely separated in terms of powertrain options with the latter being offered in two three distinct engine options, including a strong-hybrid version. This can deliver a surprising fuel economy thanks to its self-charging hybrid tech. But this comes with a premium. Whereas, the Astor has left with only a single petrol engine.
The bottom line is that both compact SUVs are neck and neck when it comes to features and safety but are worlds apart in pricing and choices of powertrain. While the Astor has had a turbulent time in the market, the Grand Vitara is one of the highest-selling models in the country. The pick between the two SUVs boils down to a few things, design, interior, features, powertrain, and more importantly on-road cost.
What would you choose between the two? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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