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Astor vs EC40

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Astor
Price Range

₹9.79 lakh – ₹15.3 lakh

Mileage

14.82 - 15.43 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol • 8 TrimsOpen model
VS
Volvo

EC40

EC40
Price Range

₹59 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Electric • 1 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Astor takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in overall balance and value. While EC40 remains a capable contender, Astor offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose Astor if:

  • Families looking for good ground clearance, solid safety, and enough cabin space for highway road trips.
Target Profile

Choose EC40 if:

  • Families looking for good ground clearance, solid safety, and enough cabin space for highway road trips.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Astor

108 bhp

144 Nm

EC40

408 PS

660 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Published mileage only
Astor

14.82 - 15.43 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

EC40

Not published

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

MG

Astor

Listed items₹3,96,563
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,96,563
Volvo

EC40

Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹47.66 lakh(Astor lower)

Shine

VTi-TECH, 1498 cc • Manual • 15.43 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹11.34 lakh

E80

78 kWh • Automatic •

Ex-Showroom₹59 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Astor
EC40
Engine TypeDiffers
Astor:1498 cc Petrol
EC40:78 kWh battery
Max PowerDiffers
Astor:108 bhp
EC40:408 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Astor:144 Nm
EC40:660 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Astor:CVT, Manual
EC40:Automatic
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Astor:Petrol
EC40:Electric
Claimed MileageDiffers
Astor:14.82 - 15.43 km/l (ARAI)
EC40:—
Astor
EC40
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Astor:—
EC40:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Astor:448 Litres
EC40:350 Litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Astor:—
EC40:50 Litres
Body Type
Astor:SUV
EC40:SUV
Astor
EC40
AirbagsDiffers
Astor:2 Airbags Standard
EC40:—
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

Choose the Astor if you prioritize Families looking for good ground clearance, solid safety, and enough cabin space for highway road trips.. Choose the EC40 if your priority is Families looking for good ground clearance, solid safety, and enough cabin space for highway road trips..