The MG Majestor enters a segment that, historically, only one vehicle has managed to crack: the Toyota Fortuner. While the Majestor arrives with significant road presence, the real question is whether the substance matches the scale.
The car looks good—imposing, even. You notice its size before you register the badge, and the scale before the styling. But once you dig into the details, it becomes clear that MG hasn’t just launched another oversized SUV. It has built something designed to dominate the D/D+ segment and spark conversations usually reserved for more established players.
This isn’t a full review. These are first impressions after spending time with the Majestor off-road, poking around the cabin, and identifying exactly where it intends to sit in the market. If first impressions are meant to set the tone, the Majestor is making a very loud opening statement.
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MG Majestor First Impressions: Design and Styling
Let’s start with the footprint: this is the tallest, longest, and widest SUV in its class. Photos don’t quite capture the sheer mass of it, but in person, the scale is undeniable. Park it next to most rivals, and the difference is immediate.
Yet, despite the dimensions, the design avoids looking bloated. It is arguably the best-looking SUV in the segment right now. The front end is the highlight—a massive, chunky grille flanked by sleek headlamps and sharp DRLs that give the Majestor a modern, upscale identity. The proportions feel intentional—aggressive without being garish.
From certain angles, the silhouette evokes a smaller Land Cruiser—not as a derivative clone, but in the way it carries that commanding, body-on-frame authority. It looks expensive, substantial, and built for more than just mall runs.
From certain angles, the silhouette looks like a smaller Land Cruiser, but not in a bad way, but in the sense that it carries the same commanding, body-on-frame SUV authority. It looks like it is built to go places.
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MG Majestor First Impressions: Features and Comfort
Inside, the MG Majestor feels genuinely premium. There is no sense of restraint here; MG has equipped the cabin with features typically missing from this price bracket.
The seats are both ventilated and offer massage functionality—amenities usually found in luxury sedans like the Mercedes E-Class rather than ladder-frame SUVs. A massive panoramic sunroof floods the cabin with light, while a 12-speaker JBL sound system handles the acoustics.
Space is as generous as the exterior suggests. While the Majestor seats seven, the third row remains slightly cramped for adults, as is common in this class. However, practicality remains high: even with all seats up, you get 343 liters of boot space.
Fold the third row, and that expands to a massive 1,350 liters—turning the Majestor into a serious long-haul freighter for road trips or gear-heavy hobbies.
Technology and safety also get a comprehensive treatment. Level 2 ADAS brings a suite of driver assistance features that add a layer of confidence on highways and in dense traffic conditions. The Majestor doesn’t just feel well-equipped, it also feels premium.
On the tech front, Level 2 ADAS adds a necessary layer of confidence for highway cruising. The fit and finish across the cabin feel tight, with material choices that justify the premium label.
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MG Majestor First Impressions: Performance & Capability
The Majestor isn’t just a luxury box; it’s a surprisingly capable off-roader. Power comes from a twin-turbo diesel engine producing 215bhp and 480Nm of torque. On paper, those numbers suggest effortless low-end pull and relaxed cruising.
In practice, the Majestor is a proper 4×4. It features ten dedicated off-road modes (Mud, Snow, Sand, Rocks, etc.) supported by a triple-locking differential and significant ground clearance. During our brief off-road stint, it felt composed. Obstacles that make urban crossovers hesitate were dispatched with ease, and the electronic aids worked seamlessly in the background.
During our off-road experience, the Majestor felt composed and confident. Obstacles that would make most urban SUVs hesitate were dispatched smoothly. Traction delivery felt measured and controlled rather than abrupt, and the electronic aids worked seamlessly in the background. If everything functions in real-world ownership as well as it did during our drive, this could very well be one of the most capable off-roaders in its segment. And that’s not a claim made lightly.
While the Majestor’s off-road credentials stand out, it’s equally important to consider how it will behave in everyday driving scenarios. The twin-turbo diesel’s torque-rich delivery suggests relaxed highway cruising and stress-free overtakes rather than aggressive performance driving. The high seating position is bound to offer excellent visibility, further enhancing driver confidence in urban environments. The ride quality, especially over rough patches and broken surfaces, benefits from its rugged underpinnings.
It absorbs imperfections with composure, which is exactly what buyers in this segment expect. This is an SUV designed to cover distance, carry families, and traverse terrain.
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MG Majestor First Impressions: Verdict
The Majestor justifies its position through size, equipment, and mechanical robustness. It looks the part and, from our early testing, plays the part well.
However, success in this segment is rarely about the spec sheet alone. It hinges on pricing and brand trust. The Toyota Fortuner’s dominance is built on decades of perceived reliability and resale value—factors that weigh heavily on Indian buyers.
MG has built a compelling contender that is arguably more comfortable and feature-rich than the incumbent. If MG can price it competitively, the Majestor won’t just be another alternative—it might actually give the segment leader a reason to worry.
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