MG Hector had debuted in India in 2019 and since then the response to the SUV as been really good for MG Motors as it is helping establish a strong foothold in the Indian Market. In 2023, MG gave the Hector a facelift update which saw it getting many new features that came as a bit surprising. It’s garnishing 2000 units sales monthly in India. In this review, we’ll help you understand whether the SUV is worth buying, and what does it come loaded with. Let’s begin with this task!
MG Motors is taking design lessons from BMW as the Hector has a big chrome grille connecting with the thinner Dual-Function LED DRLs giving it a big road presence. Next to that is LED Projector Headlamps with fog lamps underneath them. The front bumper gets chrome finish, and the bonnet is almost flat with creases. The side profile is simple with creases, chrome on the window beltline, chrome on the door cladding, square-like wheel arches, functional silver colour roof rails, and diamond-cut 18-inch alloy wheels. Coming to the rear section, you can see the connected LED taillamps, fake exhaust surrounds on the hard plastic bumpers, rear spoiler with shark fin antenna on top, and single exhaust underneath the bumper on the left side.
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| Dimensions | MG Hector | Mahindra XUV700 | Tata Harrier | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4699 MM | 4695 MM | 4605 MM | 4405 MM |
| Width | 1835 MM | 1890 MM | 1922 MM | 1818 MM |
| Height | 1760 MM | 1755 MM | 1718 MM | 1640 MM |
| Wheelbase | 2750 MM | 2750 MM | 2741 MM | 2636 MM |
| Turning Radius | 5.8 M | 5.7 M | 5.75 M | 5.65 M |
| Ground Clearance | 192 MM | 200 MM | 205 MM | 178 MM |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 60 L | 50 L | 60 L |
| Boot space | 587 L | – | 445 L | 438 L |
| Kerb Weight | 1545 – 1751 kg | 1960 – 2040 kg | – | 1469 – 1778 kg |
The MG Hector has a very clean look thanks to the elimination buttons from the dashboard and everything is now operated from the 14-inch vertically positioned infotainment system. It has huge AC vents in horizontal position and also a dual-tone theme dashboard option. The Hector has it’s classic looking three-spoke multi-function steering wheel with full digital instrument cluster behind, button for the engine start/stop is positioned on the left side near the infotainment system, and panoramic sunroof on top. The gear On the centre console, it gets buttons for ventilated seat, parking sensor, etc; manual handbrake next to the cupholder, center armrest with space to store stuff inside. The rear seats is split in 60:40 ratio with recline option. Moreover, the cabin has ambient lights with 8 colour options and 8 Speakers from Infinity for the premium experience.
The MG Hector measures 4.7 Meters in length, and for an SUV that looks so big, one would expect the comfort to be really good. Turns out, the seats are very comfortable and can easy travel for longer distances. The front row seats are electrically adjustable so you can sit the way you want. The rear seats is split in 60:40 ratio and has the recline option to stretch your legs a bit more in case you feel a bit cramped.
Tons of space are on offer like two cupholders, door pockets, decent cooled glovebox, but more importantly, it has the biggest boot in the segment, 587 L. You can easily pack around 10 suitcases easily and go for a very long trip. The driving view of the SUV is also really good thanks to its almost upright hood.
| Turbo Petrol | MG Hector | Mahindra XUV700 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Power | 141 BHP | 197 BHP |
| Torque | 250 NM | 380 NM |
| Transmission | 6 Speed MT / 8 Speed CVT | 6 Speed MT / AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 12.34 – 13.79 kmpl |
| Diesel | MG Hector | Mahindra XUV700 | Tata Harrier | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder | 2.2 L 4 Cylinder | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder | 2.0 L 4 Cylinder MultiJet II |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD / AWD | FWD | FWD / AWD |
| Power | 168 BHP | 153 BHP / 182 NM | 168 BHP | 168 BHP |
| Torque | 350 NM | 360 NM / 420 NM / 450 NM | 350 NM | 350 NM |
| Transmission | 6 Speed MT | 6 Speed MT / AT | 6 Speed MT / AT | 6 Speed MT / 9 Speed AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 16.17 KMPL | 16.57 – 17 KMPL | 14.60 – 16.80 KMPL | 14.9 – 17.1 KMPL |
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So, we had the opportunity to drive the MG Hector Top Diesel Trim, Sharp Pro which is humongous in size. The Hector is powered by the 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Diesel Engine generating 167.67 BHP and 350 NM of torque paired to the 6 Speed Manual Gearbox only. The engine powers the front wheels offering 16.17 KMPL of fuel efficiency on a 60 L Fuel Tank. It’s worth noting that the cabin insulation was really good, it manages to keep road noises above 80 KMPH speed.
MG offers the Hector with 3 Drive Modes – Eco, Normal, and Sports. Regardless of any drive mode, MG has tried their best to keep the engine noise as low as possible, but honestly you don’t hear the engine noise much. Talking about the Brakes, the Hector is equipped with Disc Brakes for all Wheels. We Brake Tested the SUV at 60 KMPH and it came to an halt almost immediately. Moving on, the steering wheel of the SUV is lighter that making turns in the city is very easy as multiple turns shows up and with the lighter steering and it just becomes very helpful during those situations.
However, if you start to push the SUV above 80+ KMPH speed, you’ll start to feel the little vibrations and weight on the steering, so you’re better at driving efficiently rather than pushing the SUV to its limit. The upright nose gives the driver a better road visibility to drive safely on the roads.
Now, talking about the suspension setup, the soft suspension for the SUV is really good as it handles the potholes and the speed bumps exceptionally well, keeping the occupants in the cabin stress free. Moreover, the Hector glides around the corners easily without any sort of stress or trouble. At the front, the SUV has McPherson Strut + Coil Springs setup while the rear is fitted with the Beam Assemble + Coil Springs.
So, in the end, the main question that arises is MG Hector Diesel Top trim worth buying over its rivals? While it misses out on some key features the top petrol trim gets, it’s still worth buying for its sheer size, space and comfort it has on offer. Moreover, it has crazy tech and features, and very premium looking interiors that makes you want to buy this SUV over its rivals. It’s also worth noting that the mileage is way better than most of its rivals in the segment.
1.5 L Turbo Petrol MT – Rs. 17.27 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol MT – Rs. 18.46 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol CVT – Rs. 19.84 L
2.0 L Diesel MT – Rs. 21.18 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol MT – Rs. 19.65 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol CVT – Rs. 21.01 L
2.0 L Diesel MT – Rs. 22.83 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol MT – Rs. 21 L
2.0 L Diesel MT – Rs. 23.87 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol MT – Rs. 22.66 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol CVT – Rs. 24.18 L
2.0 L Diesel MT – Rs. 25.61 L
1.5 L Turbo Petrol CVT – Rs. 25.23 L
| MODELS | ON-ROAD PRICE COMPARISON | |
| PETROL | DIESEL | |
| MG Hector | Rs. 17.27 – Rs. 25.23 L | Rs. 21.64 – Rs. 25.61 L |
| Mahindra XUV700 | Rs. 16.34 – Rs. 28.50 L | Rs. 17.34 – Rs. 31.54 L |
| Tata Harrier | – | Rs. 18.47 – Rs. 31.32 L |
| Jeep Compass | – | Rs. 24.84 – Rs. 38.43 L |
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