MG Majestor — Fortuner Rival SUV (Jan 2026)
🚙 What Is the MG Majestor?The MG Majestor is a large, three‑row flagship SUV from MG Motor India, designed to sit above the existing MG Gloster in the brand’s lineup — similar to how the toyota Fortuner and Fortuner Legender coexist.
- It’s based on the same platform as the MG Gloster (which itself is derived from the Maxus D90), but gets distinct and more premium styling and features.
- MG intends it to be a premium alternative in the full‑data-size SUV space, competing directly with the Toyota Fortuner / Fortuner Legender, Skoda Kodiaq, Jeep Meridian and other large 7‑seaters.
- The Majestor is expected to launch in india in February 2026, likely making it JSW MG’s first big launch of the year.
- Earlier reports and spy shots suggested tentative launch plans around mid‑2025 (May) or festive season, but the latest official timelines point to early 2026.
- The SUV will retain the 2.0‑litre twin‑turbo diesel engine — the same unit used in the Gloster — paired with an 8‑speed automatic gearbox.
- You can expect both 2WD and 4×4 variants to be offered, making it capable both on highways and rough terrain.
- A large blacked‑out grille and aggressive fascia
- Split LED headlamps with DRLs
- Chunky bumpers and skid plates
- Connected LED tail lamps and dual exhaust tips
- Larger alloy wheels and rugged stance
- A large 12.3‑inch touchscreen infotainment
- Panoramic sunroof
- Heated, cooled & powered seats (front)
- Level‑2 or Level‑2+ ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems)
- 360° camera, wireless charging and three‑zone climate control
- Spacious third‑row seating for adults
- The Majestor is pitched as a premium full‑data-size SUV rival to the Fortuner & Legender.
- While both are big three‑row SUVs, the Majestor’s styling is bolder and more modern.
- MG seems focused on high technology and comfort features (big screen, ADAS, sunroof), which could appeal more to tech‑savvy buyers.
- The Fortuner traditionally uses Toyota’s reliable diesel engines (including mild‑hybrid in some markets), whereas Majestor sticks with MG’s proven 2.0L twin‑turbo diesel — performance will likely be close but Toyota’s offerings often emphadata-size refinement and reliability.
- Expected price range ~ ₹40–45 lakh (ex‑showroom), though final 2026 pricing could shift this slightly.
- Toyota Fortuner prices in india usually start a bit higher, especially for top variants — so MG could undercut toyota on value if features are compelling.