2021 MG Hector facelift launched at Rs 12.90 lakh

    MG has also updated the Hector Plus with minor cosmetic changes and more features, and rolled out a 7-seat version.

    Published On Jan 07, 2021 12:50:00 PM

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    2021 MG Hector facelift launched at Rs 12.90 lakh

    The MG Hector facelift and the updated Hector Plus have been launched in India, with prices starting at Rs 12.89 lakh and Rs 13.35 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom, India). The facelift for the Hector – introduced roughly 18 months after the mid size SUV’s launch in India – and updated Hector Plus get a few cosmetic and equipment upgrades, with the aim of keeping both models fresh. The Hector Plus is also now available in 6-seat and seven-seat configurations.

    • 2021 MG Hector and Hector Plus get new 18-inch alloys
    • All-black cabin on the Hector makes way for new dual-tone interior
    • Hector Plus now available in 6-seat and 7-seat layout
    • Additional kit on both SUVs include ventilated front seats and a wireless charger

    2021 MG Hector petrol prices: New vs Old
    VariantNew PriceOld PriceDifference
    Style MTRs 12.90 lakhRs 12.84 lakhRs 6,000
    Super MTRs 13.89 lakhRs 13.64 lakhRs 25,000
    Super Hybrid MTRs 14.40 lakhRs 14.22 lakhRs 18,000
    Smart Hybrid MTRs 15.66 lakhRs 15.32 lakhRs 34,000
    Smart DCTRs 16.42 lakhRs 16.00 lakhRs 42,000
    Sharp Hybrid MTRs 17.00 lakhRs 16.64 lakhRs 36,000
    Sharp Hybrid MT Dual ToneRs 17.20 lakhRs 16.84 lakhRs 36,000
    Sharp DCTRs 18.00 lakhRs 17.56 lakhRs 44,000
    Sharp DCT Dual ToneRs 18.20 lakhRs 17.76 lakhRs 44,000

    2021 MG Hector diesel prices: New vs Old
    VariantNew PriceOld PriceDifference
    Style MTRs 14.21 lakhRs 14.00 lakhRs 21,000
    Super MTRs 15.31 lakhRs 15.00 lakhRs 31,000
    Smart MTRs 16.92 lakhRs 16.50 lakhRs 42,000
    Sharp MTRs 18.33 lakhRs 17.89 lakhRs 44,000
    Sharp MT Dual ToneRs 18.53 lakhRs 18.09 lakhRs 44,000

    2021 MG Hector Plus 6-seat petrol prices: New vs Old
    VariantNew PriceOld PriceDifference
    Style MT-Rs 13.74 lakh-
    Smart DCTRs 17.12 lakhRs 16.70 lakhRs 42,000
    Sharp HybridRs 17.75 lakhRs 17.39 lakhRs 36,000
    Sharp DCTRs 18.80 lakhRs 18.36 lakhRs 44,000

    2021 MG Hector Plus 6-seat diesel prices: New vs Old
    VariantNew PriceOld PriceDifference
    Style MT-Rs 14.90 lakh-
    Super MTRs 16 lakhRs 15.70 lakhRs 30,000
    Smart MTRs 17.62 lakhRs 17.20 lakhRs 42,000
    Sharp MTRs 19.13 lakhRs 18.69 lakhRs 44,000

    2021 MG Hector Plus 7-seat prices
    VariantPetrolDiesel
    Style MTRs 13.35 lakhRs 14.66 lakh
    Super Hybrid MTRs 14.85 lakh-
    Super MT-Rs 15.76 lakh
    Smart MT-Rs 17.52 lakh
    Select MT-Rs 18.33 lakh

     

    2021 MG Hector and Hector Plus: What’s new?

    To start with, the MG Hector and Hector Plus only get minor cosmetic changes over the outgoing models. The Hector’s grille gets a revised finish and at the rear, the reflector strip running between the tail-lamps has been replaced by a black appliqué. Both SUVs now sit on larger 18-inch alloy wheels and get new front and rear scuff plates. A new Starry Blue exterior colour option is also now available on the Hector. 

    Moving to the interior, the most notable change on the 2021 Hector is that the all-black cabin makes way for a lighter champagne and black dual-tone one. The lighter colours should not only help lift cabin ambience but will also help enhance the feeling of space in what is already a spacious interior.

    The Hector Plus is also now available in 7-seat form, which a bench in the second row, along with the previously offered 6-seat  version.

    On the equipment front, the update brings with it a few big additions. The 6-seat Hector Plus and the 5-seat Hector get ventilated front seats, along with wireless phone charging and an auto-dimming inside rear view mirror.

    Another update for the Hector that is bound to draw attention is the voice assistant, which can now recognise up to 31 commands in Hinglish – some completely in Hindi – for actions ranging from the opening and closing of the sunroof to air-con controls and navigation.

    As before, the fully-loaded models continue to get goodies such as the 10.4-inch portrait oriented touchscreen, connected car tech, auto climate control, powered front seats, 360-degree camera, powered tailgate, panoramic sunroof and more.

    2021 MG Hector and Hector Plus engines

    Coming to the engines, both SUVs retain the choice of engines offered on the older models. Buyers can choose between a pair of 143hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engines – one equipped with mild-hybrid tech – and a 170hp, 2.0-litre diesel engine. A 6-speed manual gearbox is standard across all engine options with the non-hybrid turbo-petrol also offered with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox option.

    2021 MG Hector rivals

    The updated MG Hector goes up against the Tata Harrier (Rs 13.84-20.30 lakh) in the upper end of the mid-size SUV segment. Other rivals in the segment include the popular second-gen Hyundai Creta (Rs 9.82-17.32 lakh*), the Kia Seltos (Rs 9.89-17.45 lakh) and the Nissan Kicks (Rs 9.50-14.15 lakh).

    2021 MG Hector Plus rivals

    The MG Hector Plus, meanwhile, sees competition from the Mahindra XUV500 (Rs 13.58-18.08 lakh*) and is also mooted as an alternative to the Toyota Innova Crysta (Rs 16.26-24.33 lakh*). Come January 26, Tata’s flagship SUV – the Safari – will arrive to take on the Hector Plus. Hyundai is also working on bringing the 7-seat Creta to our market soon. Competition in this segment is definitely heating up.

    All prices, ex-showroom, India

    *Ex-showroom Delhi

    Also see:

    2021 MG Hector facelift, Hector Plus 7-seat first look video

     

    2021 MG Hector facelift image gallery

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