| Battery & Range | - Not applicable; this is a petrol MPV, not an EV.[1][2]
| - Not an EV; petrol-only model in Nepal
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine.[1][2]
- Manual transmission only.[1][2]
| - 1498 cc petrol engine, automatic transmission
- Front‑wheel drive SUV configuration
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Not disclosed officially for Nepal in the provided Nepal sources.
- Shared India-spec Carens dimensions are 2,780 mm wheelbase and 195 mm ground clearance.[13]
| - Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Dimensions | - Not disclosed officially for Nepal in the provided Nepal sources.
- Shared India-spec Carens dimensions are 4,540 mm long, 1,800 mm wide, and 1,708 mm tall.[13]
| - Overall length: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Overall width: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Overall height: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Cargo | - Seven-seat MPV layout; cargo space not officially quantified in Nepal sources.[1][2]
| - Boot capacity: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Rear seat fold configuration: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Comfort & Interior | - Premium trim with 7-seat family-focused cabin.[2][4]
| - Premium fabric or synthetic leather upholstery
- Automatic climate control with rear AC vents
- Height‑adjustable driver seat for better ergonomics
- Rear seats designed for three passengers
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Booking/launch coverage confirms the Premium trim exists; detailed infotainment kit not disclosed in Nepal sources.[2][4]
| - Large touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity
- Steering‑mounted audio and phone controls
- Keyless entry and engine start/stop
- Multiple USB charging ports for front and rear
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| Safety | - Safety equipment not disclosed in the Nepal sources provided.[2][4]
| - ABS with EBD and brake assist standard
- Dual front airbags at minimum; higher trims may add more
- Electronic stability control and hill‑hold assist
- Rear parking sensors with camera assistance
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| Design & Exterior | - MPV body style with Carens design language; Nepal sources do not list trim-specific exterior differences.[1][2]
| - Compact 5‑seater SUV body style
- Distinctive MG grille with chrome highlights
- LED daytime running lights and projector headlamps
- Stylish alloy wheels; size not disclosed officially
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| Sales & Imports | - Official Nepal launch price: Rs 48,90,000.[2][4]
- Launched through Nepal distributor showroom network.[4]
| - Imported and distributed by Paramount Motors in Nepal
- Single listed price: NPR 48,49,000 on‑road
- Positioned as MG’s petrol crossover option in Nepal
- Sales volumes: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Entry variant for the Nepal Carens lineup; priced below Prestige by Rs 4,00,000.[2][4]
| - Offers MG SUV styling for buyers preferring petrol
- Less running‑cost advantage than MG EV lineup
- Appeals to customers without home charging access
- Faces competition from similarly priced subcompact SUVs
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| Pros | - Lowest Nepal price in the lineup.[2][4]
- Seven-seat practicality.[2][4]
| - Recognizable MG brand and styling cues
- Automatic gearbox adds urban driving convenience
- Modern infotainment and safety kit for segment
- Backed by MG’s established EV‑oriented service network
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| Cons | - Feature details are poorly disclosed in Nepal sources.[2][4]
- No official Nepal fuel-economy figure found.[2][4]
| - Higher fuel running cost versus MG EVs
- Only one Nepal‑official variant limits choice
- Detailed specs poorly disclosed for Nepal market
- No official ADAS Level‑2 feature listing for Nepal Astor
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