MG Hector | India’s first Internet Car
MG has been always a known brand all over the world and last year June 2019 MG came to India with their compact SUV Hector. With the launch of Hector, MG has revolutionize the Automobile sector in India. MG brought their Internet connected car to India. Needless to say, sales were at record high and it still goes on. The bold SUV look with alloy wheels and massive in dimensions commands a good attention on road.
Exterior
The big grill in the front with LED headlamps and fog lights make it look stunning. The floating light turn indicators, LED tail lamps, shark fin antenna with roof rails gives a very distinct look. The longest SUV in its segment with chrome finish on windows till the end makes it look more premium.
Interior
With leather seats, fatigue reminding system and second row recline are few of many such premium features available in Hector. The 8 color ambient lighting and a massive dual pane panoramic sunroof are one of key highlights of this compact SUV. Hector also comes with power adjustable driver and co-driver seats, powered tailgate opening and rain sensing wipers which you don’t find in any other compact SUV. Heater ORVM, Auto headlamps and Cruise Control add more convenience to the driving.
The Big HD infotainment system comes with built in M2M 5G sim and can be connected with Mobile through i-Smart application. The Hector is truly connected car which tracks all the vehicle information on the fly. Over the air updates, voice assistant and Remote Vehicle control are few of many premium features. With steering mounted controls gives ease to operate the infotainment system.
Safety and Engine
Though MG Hector is sold in Indian market but its production has been done based on European standards. MG Hector comes with 2 Airbags as standard and count increase based on the variant with top variant having 6 airbags. ABS + EBD and Brake assist, Hill hold control and 360 Camera provide convenience and keep SUV on track. Electric Parking Brake and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System add more convenience.
MG Hector comes three engine options:
- 1.5L turbocharged intercooled with Belt Starter Generator: This is a Petrol Hybrid 1451 cc engine and generates 143 PS @ 5000 rpm and 250 Nm torque @ 1600 – 3600 with 6-speed manual transmission.
- 1.5L Turbocharged intercooled Petrol 1451 cc engine which generates 143 PS @ 5000 rpm and 250 Nm torque @ 1600 – 3600 with 6-speed manual transmission and DCT.
- 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel 1956 cc engine. This engine generates 170 PS @ 3750 rpm and 350 Nm torque @ 1750 – 2500 with 6-speed manual transmission.
MG Hector comes in both Petrol and Diesel option. The base variant for both starts at 12,73,800 (Petrol) and 13,88,000 (Diesel) ex showroom price. The top variant of Petrol comes at 16,53,800 lakhs ex showroom price whereas top variant of Diesel comes at 17,72,800 lakhs ex showroom price.
Review
MG Hector is the most premium compact SUV of its segment. MG Hector offers premium features at a very affordable price. Those who love city driving and like to be more technology friendly then MG Hector is a good SUV. Given the size of this Compact SUV, we feel tyres are bit small in size. Also the lack 4WD option at almost 17 lakhs ex showroom price for top variant is a bit shocking. However the good side is MG Hector is fun to drive car and with its punchy engine, premium features and massive boot space it is certainly a value for money.
