Mg Hector vs Hyundai Creta

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MG Hector

Mg Hector

Plus Petrol Savvy Pro 7 seat CVT

19.49 lakh

Hyundai Creta

Hyundai Creta

Diesel King Knight AT

20.11 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Diesel

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Engine Displacement

1451 cc
1493 cc

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Max Engine Power

143hp at 5200 rpm
116 hp at 4000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250Nm at 3000 rpm
250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Gearbox Type

CVT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

1
6

Lockable Differential/s

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres
50 litres

Official Fuel Economy

12.34 kmpl
19.1 kmpl

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Common Rail

Auto Start/Stop

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

9.6 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.3 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Mileage

8.95 kmpl
–

0-100kph

11.89 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

6.7 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

8.93 s
–

Terrain Modes

–

Emission Standard

–
Bharat Stage VI

User Reported Mileage

–
17.32 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Brakes

Disc
Discs

Rear Brakes

Disc
Discs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Turning Radius

N/A
–

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Wheel Size

18 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R18
215/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R18
215/55 R18

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

4 Wheel Steer

–

Dimensions

Length

4699 mm
4330 mm

Width

1835 mm
1790 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Height

1760 mm
1635 mm

Wheelbase

2750 mm
2610 mm

Ground Clearance

None mm
–

Doors

5
5

Boot Capacity

None litres
433 litres

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Glove Box

–

Electric Tailgate Release

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
LED

Bluetooth Connectivity

Roof Grab Handles

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
2-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Yes (Powered)

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Door Pockets

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cup Holders

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Interior Lamps

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Front Collision Avoidance

Passenger Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Side Airbag

Driver Airbag

Lane Keep Assist

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Lane Departure Avoidance

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Front & Rear
Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Dual Tone Horn

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Dashcam

–

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

High Beam Assist

–

Heads Up Display

–

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Projector Headlamps

LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Illuminated Logo

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Antenna

–
Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

–

Spoiler

–

Connected LED

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Scuff Plates

–

Rub Strips

–

Roof Rails

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Third Row Seats Split

50:50

Seat Count

7
5

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Branded Music System

Harman/Kardon
Bose

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

14-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wired

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wired

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Front USB port

–
Type C

Inbuilt Music App

–

Speakers

–
8

Second Row USB port

–
2 Type C

Connected Car Features

Over the air (OTA) updates

Geo Fence

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Remote AC On / Off via App

Alexa Compatibility

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Find My Car

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Summon Mode

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Phone App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Digital Key

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I am planning to buy the MG Hector Smart Pro Manual. However, I am concerned because the MG Hector's monthly sales has been declining. Please advise me on choosing between the Hyundai Creta and the MG Hector.

Verified
•1w

Go for the MG Hector Smart Pro manual. The Hector remains a strong product with a spacious cabin, comfortable ride and a genuinely premium feel for the money. The recent sales decline is more a reflection of increased competition and the age of the product rather than any fundamental issue with the car itself. MG has also been consistent with updates and feature additions, which helps keep the Hector relevant.The Hyundai Creta is the more modern product with a wider engine line-up and a stronger brand pull, but it is also significantly more expensive for a similarly equipped variant. The Hector offers better value for money, especially in the mid-spec variants, and remains a very comfortable and practical family SUV.The only real drawback with the Hector is that it is a larger car and not as easy to manoeuvre in tight city conditions as the Creta. If your usage is predominantly urban and parking is a concern, the Creta is the better choice. Otherwise, the Hector remains a solid buy and the sales numbers should not be a deterrent.

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•29w

I currently drive a Kia Seltos HTE (base variant) and get around 8 to 9 kmpl in city conditions in Kolkata. Are there any hybrid options expected in the Seltos segment in the next 8 to 9 months? Will sedans like the Virtus or Verna get hybrid options? Are there plans for a Honda Elevate hybrid, MG Hector hybrid, or a Creta hybrid?

Verified
•29w

Unfortunately, there are no new hybrid midsize SUVs launching in the next 8-9 months; however, they will come later. The new Kia Seltos hybrid is coming, but not before late 2026 or early 2027, as Kia is working on localising the hybrid system to lower the price before the launch. The Honda Elevate will not receive a hybrid powertrain until its next generation, which is unlikely before 2028.The Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia could eventually get hybrid technology, but that too is still a few years away. The Hyundai Verna is unlikely to receive a hybrid even with its upcoming facelift. The MG Hector Hybrid is in limbo and was not launched with the recent update, which proved to be just a minor facelift.The Hyundai Creta will likely get a hybrid, but only when the next-generation model launches, likely around 2027. Tata and Mahindra are both said to be working on hybrid powertrains, but again, with launches only in the distant future.

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