MG Astor vs Nissan Tekton (2026)
MG Astor (₹10.00 Lakh – ₹17.50 Lakh) and Nissan Tekton (₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.59 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Nissan Tekton.
- The Nissan Tekton is the more powerful car, with 160 bhp against 138 bhp.
- The Nissan Tekton is more efficient on paper — up to 19.4 kmpl vs 14.8 kmpl.
- Only the Nissan Tekton has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Nissan Tekton has the bigger boot: 518 litres vs 488 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | MG Astor | Nissan Tekton |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹17.50 Lakh | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.59 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L petrol / 1.3L turbo-petrol | 1.0L turbo-petrol (T160) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (T280) |
| Max power | 138 bhp | 160 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 13.2-14.8 kmpl (ARAI) | 17.8-19.4 kmpl (ARAI, powertrain dependent) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 488 L | 518 L |
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 Astorprices & variants →Nissan Tekton in short
Launched on 9 July 2026 at introductory ex-showroom prices, the Tekton is Nissan India's long-awaited return to the midsize SUV segment, sharing its platform and turbo-petrol engines with the Renault Duster while squaring up to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Tata Curvv. It leads the class on outright practicality with a segment-best 518-litre boot and arrives with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, six standard airbags and Level 2 ADAS on higher trims. The Patrol-inspired styling and a 12-variant lineup spanning Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh give it unusually broad coverage of the segment.
Full Tektonprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Astor or Tekton?
The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Nissan Tekton. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Astor vs Tekton — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: MG Astor — not yet tested; Nissan Tekton — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Astor or the Tekton?
The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Nissan Tekton. The Nissan Tekton is the more powerful car, with 160 bhp against 138 bhp. The Nissan Tekton is more efficient on paper — up to 19.4 kmpl vs 14.8 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.