Citroen Aircross X vs MG Hector

Last Updated: November 4, 2026

Citroen Aircross X price starts at Rs. 8.89 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.25 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of MG Hector, priced at Rs. 12.14 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Aircross offers a claimed 17.5 kmpl, while the Hector delivers 13.79 kmpl. On the performance front, the Aircross uses a 1199cc engine producing 81bhp@5750rpm and the Hector a 1451cc engine producing 141.04bhp@5200rpm. If you're deciding between the Aircross and Hector, the Aircross is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Hector stands out for performance.

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Aircross vs Hector Comparison Summary

Specification Citroen Aircross XMG Hector
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 8.89 LakhRs. 12.14 Lakh
Mileage 17.5 kmpl13.79 kmpl
Engine 1199 cc1451 cc
Max power 81bhp@5750rpm141.04bhp@5200rpm
Top speed 160 Km/hNot Available

Aircross vs Hector Key Highlights

Basic Info Citroen Aircross X YouMG Hector Style
Rating
45 reviews
97 reviews
Brand Name Citroen MG
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 8.89 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1451 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 81bhp@5750rpm 141.04bhp@5200rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen Aircross Colors
MG Motor Hector Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 17.5 Kmpl 13.79 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/65 R16 215/60 R17
Boot Space 444 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 17,197 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 23,484 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 19,512 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 45,473 Aircross Insurance Rs. 57,433 Hector Insurance
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Displacement
1199 cc
1451 cc
Engine Type
PURETECH 82
1.5 L Turbocharged Intercooled
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1451 cc
Max Power
81bhp@5750rpm
141.04bhp@5200rpm
Max Torque
115Nm@3750rpm
250Nm@3000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
1135-1160 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
No
Yes

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
60 Liters
Top Speed
160 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
17.5 Kmpl
13.79 Kmpl

Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Suspension Rear
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
205/65 R16
215/60 R17
Wheel Size
16
17
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
No
No
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
3.5 Inch
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Not Available
MID
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space
444 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
No
Wheel Covers
Yes
Yes
ORVM
Powered
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
No
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
No
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
No
Projector Headlamps
No
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Not Available
No
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Micro
Roof Rails
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4323*1796*1665 mm3
4655*1835*1760 mm3
Wheelbase
2671 mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
200 mm
Not Available

USB Charger
No
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
No
No
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
No
No of Speakers
Not Available
4
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Height only
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
No
Yes
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
0 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
No
Rear ACVents
No
Yes
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
No
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
No
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Not Available
No
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Powered Seats
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
No
No
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
Driver and Passenger
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
No
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Front & Rear Defogger
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
No
No
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
No
No
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
No
Smartwatch App
Not Available
No
Live Location
Not Available
No
Engine Start Alarm
Not Available
No
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
No
Hinglish Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
No
Live Weather
Not Available
No
ECall And ICall
Not Available
No
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
No
Valet Mode
Not Available
No
In Car Remote Control App
No
No
Remote Ac On Off
No
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
No
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
No
Not Available

grossWeight
1545-1570 kg
Not Available
frontTread
1534 mm
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
MG Hector
  • Road presence
  • A large SUV that will get attention on the roads
  • Spacious and comfortable cabin
  • Ample space for six-footers
  • Loaded with features such as powered seats, front seat ventilation, 14” Touchscreen and ADAS — feels like money well spent
MG Hector
  • No diesel-automatic option
  • Will put off buyers with high running
  • Petrol engine is not particularly fuel efficient
  • Not recommended for heavy city use

Is MG Hector Better Than Citroen Aircross?

50% users have chosen MG Hector over Citroen Aircross in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 181 users have also rated MG Hector and Citroen Aircross on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Hector Aircross
Mileage 3.4 3.2
Performance 3.9 3.6
Comfort 4.3 4.6
Maintenance 3.5 3.2
Safety 4.0 4.2
Features 4.1 3.8
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Air cross x is better or basesalt
  • Both the Citroën Aircross X and Citroën Basalt offer their own set of features and capabilities. The better choice depends on your budget, usage, space requirements, and personal preferences. You can compare both models in detail by using the following link: https://www.zigwheels.com/compare-cars/citroen-basalt-vs-citroen-c3-aircross
Q. Is citroen aircross more comfortable than basalt?
  • When comparing the Citroen Aircross with the Renault Kiger in terms of comfort, both SUVs offer a well-cushioned ride suitable for city and highway driving. The Citroen Aircross is praised for its soft suspension setup and spacious cabin, which provide a smooth and relaxed driving experience, especially over uneven roads. On the other hand, the Kiger Basalt, while offering good comfort for its segment, has a slightly firmer suspension that may transmit minor road undulations more noticeably. Overall, for passengers prioritizing ride comfort and a plush cabin experience, the Citroen Aircross tends to offer a more comfortable ride, though individual preferences and seating ergonomics can also influence perception.

Citroen Aircross X Vs MG Hector FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen Aircross X vs MG Hector?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Citroen Aircross X vs MG Hector?
The Citroen Aircross X is cheaper than MG Hector by ₹3.25 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Citroen Aircross X vs MG Hector?
The Citroen Aircross X delivers better mileage 17.5 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Citroen Aircross X vs MG Hector?
For the X You version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of Aircross produces 81bhp@5750rpm of power and 115Nm@3750rpm of torque. Whereas for the Style version, 1451 cc Petrol engine of Hector produces 141.04bhp@5200rpm of power and 250Nm@3000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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