MG India has introduced another facelift for the first-generation Hector, priced from Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory) – a Rs 2.01 lakh drop compared to the outgoing model. The updated Hector Plus 7-seater starts at Rs 17.29 lakh; pricing for the 6-seater variants is yet to be announced.
- Redesigned front grille and alloy wheels among updates
- Portrait-style 14-inch touchscreen features MG’s touch gesture control tech
So far, MG has announced prices only for the petrol variants, with the new Hector diesel price range set to be announced next year. The 2026 MG Hector will go up against the likes of the Tata Harrier and Jeep Compass, while the Hector Plus will compete with the upcoming Mahindra XUV 7XO, Hyundai Alcazar and Tata Safari.
2026 MG Hector petrol price list
*For 7-seater Hector Plus.
2026 MG Hector facelift exterior
The size of the massive grille appears unchanged, but new honeycomb-like slats replace the diamond-shaped patterns, and the air dam below has a revised design. The 18-inch alloy wheels and the rear bumper are redesigned too, but the lights have been carried over, including the split headlamp setup and the LED lighting elements that connect the tail-lamps on either end.
New Celadon Blue and Pearl White shades have been added to the palette, joining Aurora Silver, Starry Black and Glaze Red, taking the total colour options to five.
2026 MG Hector facelift interior and features
The new 5-seat Hector gets a dual-tone Ice Grey interior, while the 6/7-seat Hector Plus comes with a dual-tone tan cabin. MG has also updated the portrait-style 14-inch touchscreen with its iSwipe touch gesture control technology, which allows the front passengers to adjust climate using two fingers and audio with three.
Other features, such as the 7-inch driver’s display, front ventilated seats, 6-way power adjustment for the driver’s seat, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lights, a PM 2.5 air filter, a push-button start/stop system and a 360-degree camera, will continue to be offered.
2026 MG Hector facelift engine options
Both the updated Hector and Hector Plus will offer the same engine and gearbox options as their outgoing counterparts. The Hector petrol line-up comes with a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine generating 143hp and 250Nm, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT. The upcoming Hector diesel line-up is expected to carry over the 2.0-litre mill producing 170hp and 350Nm, paired to a 6-speed manual gearbox.
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