MG Astor vs Tata Curvv vs Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the MG Astor if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh), the most power (138 bhp).
- Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (500 L).
- Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 27.97 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | MG Astor | Tata Curvv | Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹17.50 Lakh | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹19.20 Lakh | ₹11.30 Lakh – ₹20.20 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L petrol / 1.3L turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel | 1.5L mild-hybrid petrol / 1.5L strong-hybrid petrol |
| Max power | 138 bhp | 123 bhp | 115 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG, Strong Hybrid |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, DCT | Manual, Torque Converter AT, e-CVT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 13.2-14.8 kmpl (ARAI) | 15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearbox | 21.1 km/l petrol, up to 27.97 km/l strong hybrid, 26.6 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 488 L | 500 L | 373 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 Astor prices & variants →Tata Curvv in short
The Curvv is India's first mainstream coupe SUV, slotting between the Nexon and Harrier to fight the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos with a style-first pitch. It offers two turbo-petrols including Tata's new 1.2L GDI Hyperion unit, a 1.5L diesel, and a 500-litre boot with a powered tailgate. Bharat NCAP awarded it a full 5-star rating.
Full Curvv prices & variants →Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder in short
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder brought strong-hybrid technology to the mainstream midsize SUV segment, delivering diesel-beating efficiency of nearly 28 km/l without a plug. Co-developed with Maruti, it shares its platform with the Grand Vitara but wears distinct Toyota styling. Against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Honda Elevate, its self-charging hybrid powertrain and optional AWD remain unique selling points.
Full Urban Cruiser Hyryder prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Astor vs Curvv vs Urban Cruiser Hyryder — which should I buy?
Pick the MG Astor if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh), the most power (138 bhp). Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (500 L). Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 27.97 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Astor, Curvv, Urban Cruiser Hyryder?
The MG Astor starts lowest at ₹10.00 Lakh, against ₹10.00 Lakh for the Curvv and ₹11.30 Lakh for the Urban Cruiser Hyryder (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
MG Astor: not yet NCAP-tested; Tata Curvv: 5 stars; Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: not yet NCAP-tested.