MG has decided to be dramatic in the age of subtlety: behold the Majestor, a three-row SUV that looks like it swallowed a grille and forgot to apologize. Teased ahead of its February 12, 2026 launch, the Majestor is pitched as JSW MG Motor India’s new ICE flagship, positioned above the Gloster and squared off against the Toyota Fortuner and Skoda Kodiaq. The teaser gives us an exterior only — which, to be fair, is more honest than most launches that try to sell you a cabin full of promises while the car itself is hiding under a cloth.
Key Features
Exterior Presence: The Grille That Declares Independence
The Majestor’s front fascia is not shy. There’s a massive, centrally badged grille that dominates the nose, flanked by slim horizontal lights and L-shaped daytime running lamps that refuse to touch. Beneath, a faux silver skid plate tries to suggest ruggedness while making a polite nod to urban parking sensors. The teaser also teases vertically stacked LED headlights — an odd, slightly theatrical choice that gives the SUV a watchful, stacked-goggles look at night.
Wheels and Stance
What looks like machined-finish 19-inch alloy wheels sit nicely in the wheel arches, giving the Majestor a planted stance. In profile it reads long and purposeful, the kind of car that announces itself in a car park and then refuses to leave quietly.
Interior Tech (Expected)
MG teased interior tech at the 2025 Auto Expo and again in press materials: dual 12.3-inch displays — one for the driver and one touchscreen for infotainment — plus a wireless charger, a panoramic sunroof, powered seats, automatic climate control, drive modes, and a 360-degree camera setup. Those features read like a checklist for modern mid-premium SUVs: practical, expected, and useful in daily life.
Powertrain and Drivetrain (Likely)
Under the bonnet, insiders expect MG to borrow the Gloster’s 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel, rated at about 215hp and 478Nm, paired with an 8-speed torque-converter automatic and an AWD system. That configuration made the Gloster feel competent on highway cruises and reasonably steady off the beaten path — not a rally-car, but certainly not a mall-crawler either.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Commanding road presence: The Majestor looks important — for better or worse.
- Expected high-tech kit: Dual 12.3-inch screens, panoramic sunroof, wireless charging and a 360-degree camera are practical and desirable.
- Proven powertrain potential: The Gloster’s 215hp twin-turbo diesel is a solid, torquey unit for long-distance hauling.
- Three-row versatility: Packed with seating and likely comfort features, it’s positioned for families and chauffeur-driven chemistries alike.
Cons
- Price premium: MG says Majestor will be priced above the Gloster (Gloster: Rs 38.33–43.16 lakh), instantly putting it in a knife fight with the Fortuner and Kodiaq at higher price points.
- Interior mystery: We still haven’t seen the cabin in full — a design reveal omission that leaves critical comfort and material quality questions open.
- Styling excess: The towering grille and stacked headlights may be polarizing; looks that aim to intimidate often divide buyers.
- Limited engine choices expected: The lack of the Gloster’s milder 161hp option may alienate those prioritizing economy over torque.
User Experience
Using the Majestor, based on the teaser and MG’s usual execution, will likely feel like a competent but deliberate affair. Slip into the driver’s seat of a vehicle with a twin-turbo 2.0 diesel and you get a familiar sense of burly torque and steady shove — excellent for overtaking on highways and for hauling a full seven seats up an incline. The 8-speed torque-converter gearbox should offer smooth shifts and a relaxed demeanor, which is exactly what those long highway runs need.
In the city, however, the Majestor’s size and presence might be a liability. That 19-inch wheel setup and broad nip across the nose make parking a performance art piece; thankfully the expected 360-degree camera and parking sensors should make it tolerable. The panoramic sunroof and dual 12.3-inch screens will add modern luxury theatre to the cabin, but since MG hasn’t shown the interior, it’s unclear whether materials and ergonomics will match the displays’ promise or end up feeling like stage props.
For families, the Majestor should be a reliable long-distance companion: three rows, powered seats for convenience, automatic climate control for everyone’s comfort, and drive modes to tailor suspension and throttle mapping for tarmac or gravel. For the owner who likes weekend off-roading theatrics, the AWD system and strong torque numbers should deliver capable, confidence-inspiring progress — provided MG hasn’t tuned out its off-road credentials in favor of on-road poise.
Comparison with Alternatives
If you enjoy the ritualistic comparison dance, here’s how the Majestor stacks up against its obvious rivals:
Toyota Fortuner
Fortuner is the sales king with rock-solid resale, known reliability, and strong after-sales support. It also wears a reputation for being less plush inside than rivals. The Majestor, betting on tech and a more modern cabin, needs to prove long-term reliability and dealer muscle to match Fortuner’s strengths. Price-wise, the Fortuner spans Rs 34.16–49.59 lakh, meaning MG’s premium positioning must translate into tangible perks — not just a bigger grille.
Skoda Kodiaq
Kodiaq is the European contender: refined chassis, well-judged ride, and a cabin that feels premium. Its price band (Rs 39.99–43.76 lakh) overlaps with the expected Majestor pricing, so the MG must compete on tech, space, and torque. If the Majestor delivers on interior quality and those twin 12.3-inch displays with crisp software, it could lure buyers who want tech-forward interiors without importing a Czech badge.
Who Should Buy This
Buyers who should consider the Majestor:
- Large families who need three rows and appreciate a torque-rich diesel for highway trips.
- Customers who value tech kit — big screens, panoramic sunroof, and 360-degree cameras — over badge conservatism.
- Drivers who like a commanding presence and don’t mind polarizing styling or slightly larger city parking challenges.
Who should probably wait or look elsewhere:
- Buyers for whom long-term resale and rock-solid service networks (read: Toyota buyers) are non-negotiable.
- Those who prioritize fuel economy and lower entry cost — the likely absence of a more economical 161hp option could be a dealbreaker.
- Customers who prefer subtle design; if your idea of understated is a beige sedan, the Majestor will feel theatrical.
Value for Money
Let’s decode the numbers and expectations. The Gloster’s price band (Rs 38.33–43.16 lakh) sets a useful benchmark. MG says the Majestor will sit above this, which, unless the Majestor introduces real gospel improvements in materials, service, or drivetrain breadth, may feel like buying style and screen real estate on credit.
At a premium price, the Majestor must deliver more than a fat grille and big displays. It needs a convincingly premium cabin, exceptional NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) isolation, and either superior off-road capability or urban refinement — ideally both. If MG sticks to the Gloster’s 215hp twin-turbo and trims the creature comforts into a well-built cabin, the proposition becomes compelling: you get torque-rich performance, three-row utility, and modern tech for a price that sits squarely in flagship territory.
However, if MG charges extra for marginal niceties and the interior quality disappoints when revealed, the Majestor risks being a mid-premium SUV that looks more expensive than it feels. In that case, buyers might prefer the Fortuner’s reliability halo or the Kodiaq’s European finesse.
Practical scenarios where value will be judged: a month-long interstate family holiday — where torque, seating space and tech matter — will highlight the Majestor’s strengths. Conversely, daily inner-city commuting with frequent parking and tight lanes will expose its bulk and potentially sting at the fuel pump if the efficiency isn’t competitive.
Overall, the Majestor could represent fair value if MG prices it sensibly above the Gloster while delivering a genuinely upgraded cabin and refined driveline tuning. Price it like a novelty, and buyers will vote with their wallets toward established rivals.
My honest opinion: the MG Majestor looks like a confident, late-stage attempt to cash in on the three-row SUV market with all the theatrical flair MG can muster. If you crave presence, modern tech, and a torquey diesel for long-haul duties — and you’re willing to forgive a polarizing face and the risk of an unproven interior — this could be the family flagship you’ve been waiting for. If you prefer conservative resale value, tried-and-tested dealer networks, or understated styling, give this theatrical entrant a cautious side-eye until MG reveals the interior, drivability, and final pricing.