MG Gloster to offer collision avoidance system and autonomous parking
Ahead of its launch this festive season, MG Motor has teased the upcoming Gloster in India. According to the teaser, the full-sized SUV will come with a host of hi-tech features like a collision avoidance system (CAS), autonomous parking, and emergency braking. For the uninitiated, the MG Gloster made its debut in the country at the 2020 Auto Expo. Here's our roundup.
Take a look at the teaser
MG Gloster: At a glance
The upcoming MG Gloster will be based on the Maxus D90 sold in China. It will feature a large octagonal grille with chrome-finished horizontal slats, a muscular bonnet, and sleek headlamps. On the sides, the SUV will get blacked-out B-pillars, side-steppers, ORVMs, roof rails, and 19-inch alloy wheels. The rear section will have quad exhaust pipes, LED taillights, and a roof spoiler.
A peek inside the cabin
Details regarding the interiors of the MG Gloster are yet to be revealed. However, it will offer a premium cabin with leather upholstery, automatic climate control, a sunroof, and an internet-enabled touchscreen infotainment console. The SUV will also pack a host of sensors and cameras to offer safety features like autonomous parking, emergency stop, and collision avoidance system (CAS) among others.
Power and performance
The engine options on the MG Gloster have not been revealed yet. However, it should get two BS6-compliant engine options- a 2.0-liter turbo-petrol motor that makes 220hp of power and 360Nm of peak torque, and a diesel mill that churns out 212hp/480Nm. Meanwhile, the transmission duties on the SUV will be handled by a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and an 8-speed automatic transmission gearbox.
What about the pricing?
The MG Gloster SUV will be launched in India around the festive season. It is likely to be priced upwards of Rs. 30 lakh (ex-showroom) and take on rivals like Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace, Skoda Kodiaq TSI, Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour, and Mahindra Alturas G4.
