MG Motor India today finally launched the new MG Majestor SUV in the Indian market. The 4×2 AT is priced at Rs 40.99 lakh and the 4×4 AT is priced at Rs 44.99 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). The Majestor sits at the top of MG’s internal combustion engine-powered lineup as the brand’s flagship SUV offering and competes with the Toyota Fortuner, Skoda Kodiaq, Jeep Meridian and Isuzu MU-X.,Pre-booking is already open. Interested customers can book the new Magister online by paying a token amount of Rs 41,000 or by visiting their nearest MG dealership. The first 3,000 customers who pre-book the Magister will get a complimentary package that includes a five-year unlimited kilometer warranty, five years of roadside assistance and a five-year labor-free service contract.The SUV is offered in a single 2.0-liter twin-turbo diesel with 215 hp of power and 479 mm of torque. It is mated to a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission. The SUV gets a 4×4 system with all-terrain management software, which MG calls M-Hub, which offers up to 10 selectable terrains and drive modes. It also gets a crawl mode called the M-Crawl function, and three differential locks. It also has a maximum water shedding capacity of up to 810 mm. In terms of design, it has a large matrix-style grille, with Falcon-inspired daytime running lights and modern split headlamps at the front. The side profile accentuates its premium stance with 19-inch alloy wheels, while the rear is marked by new integrated LED taillights and a sculpted tailgate with ‘Morris Garages’ and ‘Magister’ badging. Other highlights include false twin exhaust tips, a skid plate, an integrated spoiler, rear wiper with washer and more.Moving inside, the dashboard gets a complete redesign with piano-black trim and silver accents that provide a modern feel. In terms of features, it gets 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment, 12.3-inch digital driver display, MG’s i-Smart 2.0 connected car technology, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-speaker JBL sound system, electrically adjustable front seats, three-mat control with multiple automatic cool zones and heat mat control. Rear row vents, dual wireless charging pads, a panoramic sunroof, paddle shifters, 64-color ambient lighting, gesture-operated tailgate and more.Safety equipment includes Level 2 ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control, collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning with prevention and blind spot monitoring. Standard safety features also include electronic stability control, hill hold and hill descent control, ISOFIX mounts, a surround view camera system and six airbags.
