JSW MG Motor India unveiled the all‑new MG Majestor at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo (Auto Expo) on January 18, 2025. Positioned as the company’s top-tier D+ segment SUV, the Majestor represents a bold next step in MG’s evolution in India’s premium SUV landscape—designed to sit above the Gloster and challenge the likes of the Toyota Fortuner Legender, Jeep Meridian, Skoda Kodiaq, and Nissan X‑Trail.
MG has confirmed that both the Gloster and Majestor will be sold concurrently—the Majestor being the more premium, tech-loaded offering in its portfolio.
Exterior Design: Commanding Road Presence
The Majestor brings a dramatic redesign over the Gloster. Drawing inspiration from the Maxus D90 / Territory (MG’s global sibling), it features:
- A bold black‑edged, studded grille with oversized MG badge
- Split headlamps: slim LED DRLs perched above vertically stacked primary lights
- Rugged silver skid‑plates, blacked‑out cladding along doors and roof rails
- 19″ dual‑tone diamond‑cut alloy wheels and pronounced running boards
- Reworked LED tail-lights—wraparound connected strip—and dual chrome exhaust tips.
MG markets the Majestor as India’s largest SUV in its segment—taller, wider and longer than anything in the D+ class so far. It exudes a visual heft and presence that aims to differentiate it sharply from its rivals.
Interior & Features: Premium, Tech-Rich Ambience
Though MG hasn’t shown a production-ready cabin yet, anticipated interior highlights include:
- 12.3″ free‑standing infotainment touchscreen
- Fully digital instrument cluster with customizable themes
- Panoramic sunroof and all‑black cabin theme
- Ventilated, heated, and massage seats (driver at least), likely 6-7 seater layouts
- Three‑zone automatic climate control, wireless phone charging, electric tailgate
- 12‑speaker premium audio system and ambient lighting.
On safety and ADAS front:
- Level‑2 driver assistance suite including lane change assist, forward collision warning & AEB, blind‑spot detection, hill descent control, driver fatigue warning, roll‑over mitigation
- Support systems like 360° camera, TPMS, electronic stability control, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and 6 airbags.
Altogether, it signals a clear tilt toward a technology‑dense, luxury-focused SUV experience.
Engine & Drivetrain: Gloster DNA, Proven Powertrain
Under the hood, Majestor is expected to carry forward the Gloster’s tried-and-tested diesel mill:
- 2.0 L twin‑turbo diesel engine producing ~216 hp and ~479 Nm torque
- 8‑speed automatic transmission as standard
- Rear-wheel drive, with an optional 4×4 variant featuring up to three lockable differentials (front, centre, rear).
There may also be a lower-powered single‑turbo 2.0 L diesel (~163–161 hp / ~375–380 Nm) for entry variants paired with the same gearbox and possibly 2WD only.
Launch Timeline & Price Projection
MG confirmed the Majestor’s unveiling at Auto Expo 2025. Multiple industry sources place its launch in India during mid‑2025, with some expecting May or August as key months.
Pricing is projected in the ₹40–45 lakh (ex‑showroom) range, placing it slightly above top-end Gloster variants and in line with premium SUVs like Fortuner Legender and Meridian.
Competitor Landscape: Who It Aims to Outpace
The Majestor will compete squarely with:
- Toyota Fortuner Legender: Benchmark for reliability and brand recall
- Jeep Meridian: With luxe interiors and 4×4 credentials
- Skoda Kodiaq: European refinement, modern cabins
- Nissan X‑Trail: Feature‑rich premium 7‑seater crossover
In price/performance balance and feature‑loaded proposition, Majestor looks to undercut rivals while delivering greater tech and presence. It also keeps Gloster running alongside, effectively offering two large‑SUV options to different buyers.
Strategic Implications for MG India
Under its new JSW‑group backed model, MG has committed to launching a new model every 3–6 months from September 2024 onward. Majestor marks the next major step in that roadmap—as a flagship extension beyond Gloster and a push into higher profit territory.
By positioning it above Gloster rather than replacing it, MG broadens its footprint: the Gloster continues as the value-oriented full‑size SUV, while the Majestor targets the luxury‑conscious buyer with premium tech and presence.
Conclusion
With the MG Majestor, MG Motor India is making a decisive statement in India’s premium SUV segment. It intends to elevate from being a contender to a class‑setter—by delivering bold design, rich features, proven diesel power, and luxury‑SUV presence at a competitive price.
Whether it can unsettle well‑established rivals like Fortuner or Meridian will depend not just on product, but also on reliability, service network, and perception in the full-segment buyer’s mind. With Majestor’s arrival expected in mid‑2025, it’s shaping up to be MG’s next big bet in India.