MG Gloster: The MG Gloster looks imposing and ginormous-like, it is unforgettable. Among the biggest full-size SUVs in its class, it has bold proportions, strong body lines and a hemi-deep visual dominance that competitors wish they had. The large chrome grille up rolls up front is complemented with racy led headlamps, giving it a premium and a tad aggressive demeanour. A hint at muscular shoulders is given through sculpting in the bonnet, the bonnet then leads into them. High ground clearance and large alloy wheels combined with roof rails to give it a rough-and-tumble appearance, and subtle chrome detailing around the windows and door handles gives the car a sense of luxury. From the back, a broad tailgate with all-LED lighting and a pair of exhaust pipes help further convey the Gloster’s high-end, global aspirations. Externally, the SUV exudes an air of sovereignty from any and every angle.
Comfortable, Spacious Upgraded Interior
Slide inside the MG Gloster, and you are welcomed inside a cabin that focuses on comfort, space and the premium nature of things. Dash design is broad and symmetrical, lending to a conversation featuring soft-touch surfaces, layered planes and brushed metal accents. There’s a large, 12.3-inch infotainment touch screen front and center, and it’s home to multiple connected car features, climate controls and multimedia functions. The six- and seven-seat configurations are on offer in the Gloster, with the captain seats in the middle row for the higher trims. The upholstery is of premium leather, and there is plenty of room and support with well-designed cushioning and adjustability for everyone in the first two rows. The panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting and ventilated front seats enhance the premium ambience of the cabin, and the flat floor in the third row actually makes it a reasonable place to sit during long journeys. The Gloster comes with several USB ports, charging pad and power sockets in all rows, to keep passenger convenience at the head of its design priorities.
Powerful Diesel and Smooth Drive
The MG Gloster, on the other hand, is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine, which is offered in two states of tune – single-turbo and twin-turbo options. The turbo engine is mated to rear-wheel drive, so that should ensure the city and highway are a comfortable place for the GT with adequate power and smooth delivery. Prior to that, the twin-turbo version, combined with a sophisticated four-wheel-drive system, delivers much more power, but is more suited to off-road travel and fast highway cruising. Power is delivered nicely, through a responsive 8-speed automatic that doesn’t get caught napping during gear changes. For something of its size, the Gloster feels surprisingly composed out on the road and lobs along in a competent manner, the good ride and body control of the suspension working wonders at soaking up lumps and bumps. The diesel option also achieves good fuel economy in any vehicle from this class, allowing you to undertake long journeys without having to stop off for fuel too often.
On-Road Comfort and Highway Maturity
MG’s Gloster is a luxury lounge on wheels. The suspension is set up for comfort and it easily gobbles up potholes and broken tarmac. Even on the highway, the ride remains composed and smooth, floating above expansion joints and irregularities as it absorbs their impact before reaching us inside the cabin. Noise, vibration and harshness are well-managed here, with sound-deadening materials present throughout the body. Combined with a high driving seat and expansive windows, large and small, this SUV gets an enviable view of the road. Although the Gloster really isn’t aimed for the ‘bends are meant to be attacked’ type of driving, it corners with decent grip and predictable responses. For long-distance cruisers and families who spend much of their time on highways, the Gloster is an ideal buddy, courtesy its spaciousness, comfort and assured driving dynamics.
Technology-Packed for Modern Lifestyles
Attractive technology is at the centre of what the MG Gloster brings to the table. The SUV offers more than 70 connected car features courtesy of MG’s i-SMART platform including remote engine start, climate control, vehicle location tracking, etc, all through a smartphone. The big infotainment screen is easy to use and features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, for easy smartphone integration. A 12 speaker sound system provides an even richer sound experience for long drives and life on the road. The Gloster is also equipped with a completely digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, an electronic parking brake and multiple drive and terrain response modes. One particular standout is the available ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist Systems) package, featuring adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking and forward collision alert. This, apart from adding to the safety quotient of the Gloster, also helps it establish itself as a tech-forward SUV in its category.
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Safety Built Into Every Element
Safety in the MG Gloster SUV With all this thought on safety, it is not something that has been added later, but designed and engineered into the car. Standard safety features on the SUV include six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, hill-descent control and electronic stability control. The turbo-diesel and twin-turbo 4WD version also adds more terrain response modes for snow, sand and mud to beef up its off-road capabilities. The super strong body shell protects the interior and holds up in a crash. ADAS are designed to improve driver and passenger safety on highways and streets in town while traveling or during parking of the vehicle. A 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert layers on the confidence when parking in crowded confines. With comprehensive safety features and advanced driver assistance, Gloster changes the rules of what should be expected from a full-size SUV at a competitive price point.
MG Gloster: A Benchmark-Setting Flagship SUV
The MG Gloster is a flagship not just for the brand but within its class – a combination of size and performance, luxury and tech that few others manage. With its confident exterior design, luxurious and comfortable cabin, wide range of powertrains and a long list of advanced tech, it’s one of the most well-rounded options for Indian customers shopping for a premium SUV that doesn’t don a luxury badge. The Gloster moulds itself well to the role of a daily commuter, a family car or a long distance tourer alike. It has elevated a genre dominated by traditional names with a fresh, modern and pan-cultural alternative. With its merger of cosmopolitan tastes and Indian sensibilities, the MG Gloster is an honest challenger that doesn’t just occupy the category; it propels it.