Comparing the MG Astor and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the MG Astor comes with a 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's 1999 cc, producing 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) and 258 bhp (Petrol) / 197 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor versus 14.9 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. 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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| Displacement | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) | 1999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol | 2.0L M254 EQ Boost Petrol / 2.0L OM654 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 Litres | 66 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI | 14.9 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) | 4 |
| Power | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 258 bhp (Petrol) / 197 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / CVT | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 443 Litres | 540 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2430 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 183 mm | 108 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm | 4949 mm / 1880 mm / 1468 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 2961 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 14.4-inch MBUX Display + 14.4-inch Co-Pilot Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Multicontour) |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.4-inch MBUX Hyperscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Nappa Leather (top) / MB-Tex |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker System | Burmester 3D 17-Speaker Surround (top) / Burmester 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| 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 - Integrated |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESP 9.1 |
| 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 |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh-Tech SilverNautic BlueGraphite GreyVerde Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
