MG Majestor Launched in India: A New Flagship SUV

By Himanshu Kumar

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MG Motor India has officially launched the all-new MG Majestor SUV in India, priced from ₹40.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned above the Gloster, the Majestor is India’s first D+ segment SUV, offering rugged off-road capability, premium interiors, and advanced safety features.

Pricing and Variants

  • Savvy 4×2: ₹40.99 lakh (ex-showroom)
  • Savvy 4×4: ₹44.99 lakh (ex-showroom)
  • Sharp variant: Pricing yet to be announced
  • Booking amount: ₹41,000, with priority delivery for early customers

Design and Road Presence

  • Exterior:
    • Massive Matrix-style grille with gloss-black finish
    • Split LED headlamps and Falcon-inspired DRLs
    • Rugged skid plates, boxy silhouette, and 19-inch alloy wheels
    • Connected LED tail-lights and sculpted tailgate with “Majestor” badging
  • Dimensions: 5,046 mm length, 2,016 mm width, 1,870 mm height, 2,950 mm wheelbase — larger than rivals like Toyota Fortuner and Skoda Kodiaq

Engine and Performance

  • Powertrain: 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel
  • Output: 215.5 PS, 478 Nm torque
  • Transmission: 8-speed automatic (ZF)
  • 4WD System: Advanced with triple differential locks (front, rear, centre)
  • Off-road features: 10 terrain modes, Crawl Control, 219 mm ground clearance, 810 mm water wading capacity

Interior and Features

  • Cabin highlights:
    • Dual 12.3-inch displays (infotainment + digital cluster)
    • JBL 12-speaker sound system
    • Panoramic sunroof, 64-colour ambient lighting
    • Ventilated, heated, and massage front seats with memory function
    • Three-zone climate control, dual wireless chargers, gesture-operated tailgate
  • Safety: Level 2 ADAS with adaptive cruise control, collision warning, lane departure prevention, blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree camera, and six airbags

Competitive Landscape

MG MajestorToyota FortunerSkoda Kodiaq
₹40.99–44.99 lakh₹33–51 lakh₹38–41 lakh
215.5 PS, 478 Nm204 PS, 500 Nm190 PS, 320 Nm
Triple diff locks, 10 modes4WD, limited modesAWD only
Dual 12.3-inch displays, JBL audio8-inch infotainment8-inch infotainment

Risks and Challenges

  • Price positioning: Higher than Fortuner’s base trims, may limit mass appeal.
  • Brand perception: MG still building trust compared to Toyota’s established dominance.
  • Fuel type: Diesel-only offering may face challenges as India shifts toward hybrids and EVs.

Final Thoughts

The MG Majestor is a bold step by MG Motor India, combining luxury, technology, and serious off-road capability. With its aggressive design, premium features, and rugged engineering, it sets a new benchmark in the full-size SUV segment. However, success will depend on how Indian buyers weigh MG’s relatively new brand image against established rivals.

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