Jeep Compass vs MG Astor (2026)
Jeep Compass (₹17.99 Lakh – ₹30.95 Lakh) and MG Astor (₹9.79 Lakh – ₹15.30 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹8.20 Lakh lower than the Jeep Compass.
- The Jeep Compass is the more powerful car, with 168 bhp against 108 bhp.
- The MG Astor has the bigger boot: 488 litres vs 438 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Jeep Compass in short
The Compass is Jeep India's volume model — launched in 2017, comprehensively facelifted in 2021, and now a diesel-only range after the petrol was dropped. Every one of its 13 variants uses the 170 PS/350 Nm 2.0 Multijet diesel with a 6-speed manual or 9-speed automatic, with proper 4x4 on the top Model S and Track automatics. Its European-grade body rigidity (5-star ANCAP/Euro NCAP result in 2017 testing) and polished ride-handling balance keep it credible against the Hyundai Tucson and top-end Creta/Seltos trims, even as the platform ages.
Full Compass prices & variants →MG Astor in short
The MG Astor is the petrol sibling of the ZS EV and takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara in the fiercely contested midsize SUV space. It stands out with Level 2 ADAS, a talking AI assistant on the dashboard and a plush red-leather cabin option. Sharp pricing keeps it relevant against newer rivals.
Full Astor prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Compass or Astor?
The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹8.20 Lakh lower than the Jeep Compass. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Compass vs Astor — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Jeep Compass — not yet tested; MG Astor — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Compass or the Astor?
The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹8.20 Lakh lower than the Jeep Compass. The Jeep Compass is the more powerful car, with 168 bhp against 108 bhp. The MG Astor has the bigger boot: 488 litres vs 438 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.