MG Astor vs Renault Duster (2026)
MG Astor (₹10.00 Lakh – ₹17.50 Lakh) and Renault Duster (₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.69 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 Renault Duster.
- The Renault Duster is the more powerful car, with 160 bhp against 138 bhp.
- The Renault Duster is more efficient on paper — up to 19.41 kmpl vs 14.8 kmpl.
- Only the Renault Duster has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Renault Duster has the bigger boot: 518 litres vs 488 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | MG Astor | Renault Duster |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹17.50 Lakh | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.69 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L petrol / 1.3L turbo-petrol | 1.0L turbo-petrol (TCe 100) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (TCe 160) |
| 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) | 17.75-19.41 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 →Renault Duster in short
The Duster is back — the nameplate that created India's midsize SUV segment returned in 2026 on the Renault-Nissan CMF-B platform it shares with the Nissan Tekton, with butch third-generation styling, a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and six standard airbags. There is no diesel or AWD this time, but the 160bhp 1.3L turbo-petrol is among the punchiest engines in the class and a 518-litre boot leads it, while a strong-hybrid version is expected around Diwali 2026. It takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and its own alliance twin, the Tekton.
Full Dusterprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Astor or Duster?
The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Renault Duster. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Astor vs Duster — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: MG Astor — not yet tested; Renault Duster — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Astor or the Duster?
The MG Astor is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Renault Duster. The Renault Duster is the more powerful car, with 160 bhp against 138 bhp. The Renault Duster is more efficient on paper — up to 19.41 kmpl vs 14.8 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.