MG Hector facelift review

MG Hector facelift

Quick review

9 Feb '23

Exterior design

Gets revised front and rear fascia
Improved road presence, thanks to a larger grille

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Interior and features

Segment-largest 14-inch touchscreen

Improved response time, better resolution 
AC controls on screen cumbersome to use 
Better quality materials, improved fit & finish

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Seating and Comfort

Front seats are large and supportive
However, lumbar support is excessive 
Rear seats are wide, easily accommodates 3 adults
Most spacious & comfortable rear seat in segment

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New ADAS suite

Biggest addition to features list

Adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, auto emergency braking
System works fine on well-marked roads
However, it disengages on poorly marked surfaces

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Engine and performance

1.5-litre turbo-petrol CVT on test

Responsive off the line, effortless to drive
CVT exhibits rubber band effect when driven hard
Difference in drive modes barely perceptible

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Acceleration and Efficiency

0-100kph – 11.9 secs (Sport mode)
Roll-on acceleration (20-80kph) – 6.7 secs (Sport mode)
City efficiency – 8.3kpl
Highway efficiency – 9.6kpl

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Ride and Handling

More focused on comfort than sportiness
Ride is unsettled at higher speeds
Fair amount of body roll in corners
Steering does not inspire confidence

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Verdict

What we like:
Feature-packed
Improved interior quality
Spacious and comfortable cabin

 

What we don’t like:
High speed dynamics
Not engaging enough to drive

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