MG Majestor D+ SUV Debuts – 3 Variants, 3 Diffs, Large Size, April Launch
I stood next to the new MG Majestor yesterday, and let me tell you—this thing is a literal skyscraper on wheels. If you thought the Gloster was big, the Majestor makes it look like a mid-size crossover.
But is a “D+ Segment” label and a massive grille enough to dethrone the Toyota Fortuner in India? I’ve spent the morning digging into the specs, and while the luxury is off the charts, there’s one “feature” that might actually polarize Indian buyers more than the price tag.
The Disappointment: More Than Just a Gloster Facelift?
Let’s address the elephant in the room: the engine. Under that massive hood sits the same 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel we’ve seen in the Gloster. While 215.5PS and 478.5Nm of torque sound great on paper, this SUV is over 5 meters long. I’m worried about the power-to-weight ratio when you’ve got seven adults and a boot full of luggage climbing a ghat in Maharashtra.
Then there’s the branding. JSW MG is calling this a “D+ SUV.” In a market where the Fortuner sells on “trust” and the Kodiaq sells on “sophistication,” the Majestor is trying to sell on “size.” It is 5,046 mm long—that’s longer than a Land Cruiser 300! For many Indian cities like Mumbai or Pune, parking this beast is going to be a nightmare, not a luxury.
The Surprising Truth: Triple Diffs and “M-Crawl”
Here is where MG actually shut me up. They didn’t just add chrome; they added serious hardware. The Majestor features a segment-first triple locking differential (Front, Center, and Rear).
Most SUVs in this price bracket give you a rear locker if you’re lucky. With 10 off-road modes and a dedicated “M-Crawl” mode (which acts like off-road cruise control), this isn’t just a “mall roamer.” It has an 810 mm water wading depth—that’s deeper than a Thar Roxx. If you’re stuck in a monsoon flood or a literal desert, this hardware is overkill in the best way possible.
Inside, it’s a tech-fest. The dual 12.3-inch screens look like they belong in an Audi, and the 220V 3-pin socket in the back means you can literally plug in a laptop or a small coffee maker.
India-Specific Impact: The ₹50 Lakh Question
MG is positioning the Majestor above the Gloster. While official prices drop in April 2026, my sources suggest an ex-showroom range of ₹45 lakh to ₹52 lakh.
MG Majestor Expected On-Road Prices (Estimated)
| City | Sharp 4×2 (Base) | Savvy 4×4 (Top) |
| New Delhi | ₹51.20 Lakh | ₹59.80 Lakh |
| Mumbai | ₹53.40 Lakh | ₹62.10 Lakh |
| Bangalore | ₹54.10 Lakh | ₹63.50 Lakh |
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Note: Estimates include 2026 RTO rates and insurance.
Compared to the Toyota Fortuner Legender, which already touches ₹60 Lakh on-road in some cities, the Majestor offers significantly more “car” for the money. You get Level 2 ADAS, ventilated and massaging seats for both front passengers, and a 12-speaker JBL Studio sound system that the Toyota simply can’t match.
Rushi’s Verdict
I’ve tracked MG’s journey from the first Hector to this flagship. The Majestor is a calculated gamble. It targets the buyer who is tired of the Fortuner’s 2015-era interior but isn’t ready to pay ₹90 Lakh for a BMW or Mercedes.
If you pre-reserve now for ₹41,000, you get that 5-year unlimited KM warranty. In a luxury segment where maintenance costs usually kill the vibe, that warranty is a massive safety net. My advice? Don’t book that Fortuner until you’ve sat in these massaging seats this April.
FAQs About MG Majestor
1. When is the MG Majestor launching in India? The official launch and price announcement are scheduled for April 2026, with deliveries starting in May 2026.
2. What are the key differences between Gloster and Majestor? The Majestor is larger (5,046 mm), features a triple-locking differential (segment-first), and gets a more premium cabin with dual 12.3-inch screens and a steering-column-mounted gear shifter.
3. What is the ground clearance of the MG Majestor? It offers 219 mm of unladen ground clearance and a massive 810 mm water wading depth.
4. Does the MG Majestor have a petrol engine? No, it is currently unveiled with a sole 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
5. What are the variant options? It will be available in three main trims: Sharp 4×2, Savvy 4×2, and Savvy 4×4, in both 6-seater and 7-seater layouts.
Would you like me to compare the Majestor’s off-road specs against the Ford Everest (Endeavour) 2026?
