MG Motor India is preparing to launch its new SUV MG Magister in India. After launch, this model will compete with Toyota Fortuner Legender. Pre-bookings for the model are now open for Rs 41,000. Here’s how the two fare in terms of engine, features and overall package.In terms of pricing and variants, the ex-showroom price of the MG Magister is expected to start around Rs 40 lakh, and will be offered in three trims: Sharp 4×4, Savvy 4×2 and Savvy 4×4. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in May 2026. The Toyota Fortuner Legender, on the other hand, is already on sale in two variants (4×2 and 4×4) with ex-showroom prices ranging from Rs 42.1 lakh to Rs 47.5 lakh.
MG Magester vs Toyota Fortuner Legends : engine
Under the hood, the Magister comes with a 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine producing 215 hp, paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It also gets a 4×4 system with All-Terrain Management Software, which offers 10 selectable drive and terrain modes. The Fortuner Legender uses a larger 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine that produces 201 hp, along with 420 Nm of torque in manual form and 500 Nm of torque in automatic form. It is available with both 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic gearboxes. The SUV also benefits from a 48V mild-hybrid system and offers multiple terrain modes in its 4×4 configuration.
MG Magister vs Toyota Fortuner Legends: Dimensions
In terms of dimensions, the Magister measures 5046 mm in length, 2016 mm in width and 1876 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2950 mm. In comparison, the Fortuner Legender is 4795 mm long, 1855 mm wide and 1835 mm tall with a 2745 mm wheelbase.
MG Magster vs Toyota Fortuner Legends: Features
When it comes to features, the Magister comes equipped with dual 12.3-inch displays for infotainment and instrumentation as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12-speaker JBL audio system, three-zone climate control and powered front seats with heating, cooling and massage functions. Other key features include a panoramic sunroof, dual wireless chargers, 64-color ambient lighting and a gesture-controlled operated tailgate.As for safety and driver assistance features, it gets Level 2 ADAS functions like adaptive cruise control, collision warning, autonomous emergency braking and lane-keeping assist. It also includes six airbags, electronic stability control, hill assist system and a 360-degree camera.Meanwhile, the Fortuner Legender gets an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, 11-speaker JBL sound system, ventilated front seats, wireless charging, ambient lighting and a semi-digital instrument cluster. On the safety front, it offers seven airbags, stability control, ABS with EBD and hill assist, etc.
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