MG India will reveal its upcoming SUV, the Hector Tomahawk, on August 26, 2026. It will be the first MG model in the country to be based on the new ADAPT architecture, which supports both electric and hybrid powertrains. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming MG Hector Tomahawk ahead of its debut tomorrow.
Will the MG Hector Tomahawk be an EV or a PHEV?
MG will offer it as an EV first; PHEV version will follow later
MG will debut the Hector Tomahawk in its all-electric avatar on August 26, and a PHEV version will follow in the coming months.
What is the expected price of the MG Hector Tomahawk?
Hector Tomahawk is expected to be competitively priced like other MG models
MG is expected to price the Hector Tomahawk competitively, just like its other offerings. The EV version could range from Rs 18 lakh to Rs 25 lakh, serving as an alternative to the Kia Carens Clavis EV and Mahindra XEV 9S, while the PHEV version is expected to be priced between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 30 lakh as a rival to the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Tata Safari.
Is the Hector Tomahawk an electric version of the existing MG Hector?
The upcoming Hector Tomahawk is completely unrelated to the existing Hector
Although the upcoming MG Hector Tomahawk carries the ‘Hector’ name, it is not related to the existing MG Hector. The Hector Tomahawk EV is based on the Wuling Starlight 560 SUV and uses the company’s new ADAPT platform, which supports EVs as well as hybrid powertrains, including range-extender EVs, plug-in hybrids and strong hybrids. In contrast, the existing MG Hector is based on the Baojun 530 SUV, which is also sold as the Chevrolet Captiva in international markets.
What is the real-world range of the MG Hector Tomahawk?
EV could offer up to 500km range; PHEV could offer over 1,000km
The MG Hector Tomahawk’s specifications have not been revealed yet, but it is expected to share its mechanical components with the Wuling Starlight 560 SUV on which it is based. Hence, the Hector Tomahawk EV is expected to have a 69.2kWh battery paired with a 201hp electric motor mounted on the front axle. The setup is claimed to deliver a 530km range under the CLTC testing cycle, which could translate to a real-world range of around 450-500km.
The Hector Tomahawk PHEV is expected to use a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a 20.5kWh battery. This setup produces a combined output of 195hp and 230Nm on the Wuling Starlight 560 and offers an electric-only CLTC range of 125km. With the petrol engine included, the total range exceeds 1,000km.
How does the MG Hector Tomahawk EV measure up in size against its rivals?
It is expected to have dimensions similar to those of the Wuling Starlight 560
While MG has yet to reveal the dimensions of the Hector Tomahawk, they are expected to be similar to those of the Wuling Starlight 560. Here’s how the Wuling Starlight 560 compares with the Mahindra XEV 9S and Kia Carens Clavis EV in dimensions:
Wuling Starlight 560 EV vs Indian competitors: Dimensions and other specifications | |||
Wuling Starlight 560 | Mahindra XEV 9S | Kia Carens Clavis EV | |
Length (mm) | 4,745 | 4,737 | 4,550 |
Width (mm) | 1,850 | 1,900 | 1,800 |
Height (mm) | 1,755 | 1,747 | 1,730 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2,810 | 2,762 | 2,780 |
Ground clearance (mm) | NA | 205 | NA |
Boot space (litres) | 540* | 527* | 216^ |
Frunk space (litres) | - | 150 | 25 |
*Boot space for Starlight 560 and XEV 9S is measured with the third row folded.
^Carens Clavis EV’s boot space is measured with all three rows up
The Wuling Starlight 560 has measurements similar to those of the XEV 9S, but it does not offer a frunk. The manufacturer has yet to reveal its ground clearance.
What will the MG Hector Tomahawk SUV look like?
Exterior and interior are expected to be similar to the Wuling Starlight 560’s
Numerous spy shots and teaser videos have given us a glimpse of the MG Hector Tomahawk’s design, which will closely resemble that of the Wuling Starlight 560. At the front, it will feature rectangular projector LED headlights with LED DRL strips above and below them, connected by a gloss-black panel with illuminated elements. The EV will get a blanked-off grille, while the PHEV could feature air inlets. The SUV will also get black wheel-arch cladding and 18-inch wheels. At the rear, wraparound LED tail-lights will mirror the design of the front DRLs. The India-spec model will, however, get new alloy wheels, some decals on the C-pillar and new logos.
Will get dual screens, pet mode and panoramic sunroof
Inside, the Tomahawk is expected to have a minimalist dashboard with a free-standing 8.8-inch digital driver’s display, a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 2-spoke steering wheel. It is unlikely to get physical controls for the air-conditioning. However, it will get a pet mode that keeps the AC operational even if the vehicle is locked. The SUV will offer seven seats with leatherette upholstery. It will also get a panoramic sunroof, and expected features include powered and ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger, a powered tailgate, six airbags as standard, an electronic parking brake, a rear parking camera with sensors and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).