MG Astor, MG ZS EV, new MG ZS design, launch, fresh details

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MG Astor, MG ZS EV, new MG ZS design, launch, fresh details

MG’s future Creta rival to get big styling updates; global debut expected in late 2025.

The MG Astor SUV, also known as the MG ZS abroad, is all set to receive a generational update soon. Leaked patent images confirm that the new MG Astor will feature a fresh design language.

  1. MG Astor will get a major overhaul in the coming year 
  2. New ZS EV to follow later
  3. MG Could EV coming to India this year

Next-gen MG Astor: new design language

The SUV features a revamped front facia with a new grille, a sportier-looking bumper and redesigned headlamps. The bonnet of the new Astor appears slightly longer than the current version, while the nose looks boxier. The grille and bumper design seems to be inspired by the MG3 hatchback.

Moving to the sides, the mid-size SUV flaunts new alloy wheels, while it also gets a new shoulder line that curves upwards on the rear door. The glass area also looks slightly bigger than before. The Astor gets conventional door handles and lane-watch cameras mounted on the ORVMs.

At the rear, the wraparound tail lamps also get a new design. The tailgate and the rear bumper are also redesigned, and the registration plate might move from being mounted on the latter to the former.

Next-gen MG Astor: launch timeline

There is no official word from MG Motor regarding the launch of the next-gen Astor. The updated SUV is expected to make its global debut sometime late next year. An Indian launch is only expected to take place in 2026. Similar updates will also be carried over to the MG ZS EV, which is essentially the fully-electric version of the Astor.

MG is also expected to introduce a strong-hybrid powertrain for the new Astor in India. More details to be revealed closer to its launch. The new Astor is one of the eight products that MG has planned to launch in India between 2025-2028. Others include new Hector and Gloster, a new MPV, a new sedan, the Cyberster electric sports car, and more.

The Astor is currently priced in India from Rs 9.98 lakh to Rs 17.90 lakh (ex-showroom), and rivals Creta, Grand Vitara, Seltos, Elevate, Kushaq and Taigun.

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