MG Astor: Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT vs Shine 1.5 Petrol MT
The Shine 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,55,000 more than the Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 77% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.
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You pay extra
₹1,55,000
₹9,79,100 → ₹11,34,100
Features are worth
₹1,20,000
6 gained
Equipment covers
77%
of what the variant costs extra
Shine 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,55,000 more than Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT and brings 6 features we value at ₹1,20,000, roughly 77% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹72,000 · 3 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹48,000 · 3 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
7 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT | Shine 1.5 Petrol MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Dual-Pane Panoramic SunroofFull-length dual-pane panoramic glass roof whose front panel opens. | No | Yes | +₹55,000 |
| Cruise ControlElectronic highway speed control for relaxed long-distance cruising. | No | Yes | +₹10,000 |
| Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹7,000 |
| Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| 17-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory 17-inch alloy wheels. The level above 16-inch alloys. | No | Yes | +₹38,000 |
| Front Fog Lamps (Halogen)Halogen or bulb-type front fog lamps. The tier below LED fog lamps. | No | Yes | +₹5,000 |
| Roof RailsLoad-bearing rails on the roof for a carrier or box. | No | Yes | +₹5,000 |
| Net feature value | 6 gained | ₹1,20,000 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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Dual-Pane Panoramic Sunroofadded
ours₹Cruise Controladded
ours₹Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Startadded
replaces Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹17-Inch Alloy Wheelsadded
ours₹Front Fog Lamps (Halogen)added
ours₹Roof Railsadded
ours₹
On our figures
₹1,20,000 of equipment against ₹1,55,000 — 77% of the variant
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On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, Shine 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹2,19,243 more on the road than Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT, against ₹1,55,000 ex-showroom. ₹52,902 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The dearer variant crosses ₹10 lakh ex-showroom, so it also carries 1% TCS (₹11,341), which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹9,79,100
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹74,299
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹48,955
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Shine 1.5 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹11,34,100
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹1,19,451
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹56,705
- TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
- ₹11,341
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the MG Astor Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT and Shine 1.5 Petrol MT?
- ₹1,55,000 ex-showroom — Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT is ₹9,79,100 and Shine 1.5 Petrol MT is ₹11,34,100.
- Is the MG Astor Shine 1.5 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT?
- Shine 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,55,000 more than Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT and brings 6 features we value at ₹1,20,000, roughly 77% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
- What do you actually get on the Shine 1.5 Petrol MT that the Sprint 1.5 Petrol MT doesn't have?
- 6 features, led by Dual-Pane Panoramic Sunroof, 17-Inch Alloy Wheels, Cruise Control. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.