MG Astor vs Tata Curvv vs Volkswagen Taigun (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).
- Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (500 L).
- Pick the Volkswagen Taigun if you want the most power (148 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 19.9 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | MG Astor | Tata Curvv | Volkswagen Taigun |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹17.50 Lakh | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹19.20 Lakh | ₹11.50 Lakh – ₹19.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L petrol / 1.3L turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel | 1.0L & 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol |
| Max power | 138 bhp | 123 bhp | 148 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, CVT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, DCT | Manual, Torque Converter AT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 13.2-14.8 kmpl (ARAI) | 15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearbox | 17.2-19.9 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 488 L | 500 L | 385 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 →Volkswagen Taigun in short
The Volkswagen Taigun is the driver-focused pick among midsize SUVs, pitching German engineering against the feature-loaded Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. Its GT variants with the 150 PS 1.5 TSI and DSG remain the quickest way to hustle through a set of corners in this class. Five stars at Global NCAP make it as safe as it is fun.
Full Taigun prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Astor vs Curvv vs Taigun — which should I buy?
Pick the MG Astor if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh). Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (500 L). Pick the Volkswagen Taigun if you want the most power (148 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 19.9 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Astor, Curvv, Taigun?
The MG Astor starts lowest at ₹10.00 Lakh, against ₹10.00 Lakh for the Curvv and ₹11.50 Lakh for the Taigun (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
MG Astor: not yet NCAP-tested; Tata Curvv: 5 stars; Volkswagen Taigun: 5 stars.