Comparing the MG Astor and the BYD eMax 7 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the MG Astor is available at ₹1,101,000, while the BYD eMax 7 is priced at ₹2,699,000. On the engine front, the MG Astor comes with a 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) unit compared to the BYD eMax 7's N/A (Electric), producing 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) and 201 bhp respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | Blade LFP 71.8 kWh Battery |
| Displacement | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) | — |
| Power | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 201 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 310 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / CVT | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 71.8 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~40 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (100 kW) |
| Range | — | 420 km - ARAI (est.) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 443 Litres | 180 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 183 mm | 175 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1250 kg | 2100 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm | 4890 mm / 1810 mm / 1715 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 3000 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.8-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - Captain Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Leatherette / Leather |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker System | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - V2L + USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 215/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White | Crystal WhiteCosmos BlackHarbour GreyQuartz Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
