Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector

Last Updated: September 6, 2026

MG Hector price starts at Rs. 19.19 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.99 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra XUV700, priced at Rs. 26.18 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the XUV700 offers a claimed 16.57 kmpl, while the Hector delivers 12.34 kmpl. If you're deciding between the XUV700 and Hector, the XUV700 is the better pick for mileage, while the Hector stands out for affordability.

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XUV700 vs Hector Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra XUV700MG Hector
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 26.18 LakhRs. 19.19 Lakh
Mileage 16.57 kmpl12.34 kmpl
Engine Not Available1451 cc
Max power Not Available141.04bhp@5200rpm

XUV700 vs Hector Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra XUV700 AX7 Diesel AT Luxury Pack AWD BSVIMG Hector Savvy Pro CVT
Rating
239 reviews
97 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra MG
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 26.18 Lakh Rs. 19.19 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement Not Available 1451 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power Not Available 141.04bhp@5200rpm
No Of Cylinders Not Available 4
Transmission Not Available Automatic
Gearbox Not Available CVT
Drive Type Not Available FWD
Colors
MG Motor Hector Colors
Fuel Type Not Available Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 16.57 kmpl 12.34 Kmpl
Tyre Size Not Available 215/55 R18
Steering Mounted Audio Control Not Available Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes
Airbags Not Available Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI Not Available
Rs. 37,122 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 19,512 / 5 years
Insurance Not Available Hector Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Displacement
Not Available
1451 cc
Engine Type
Not Available
1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled
Engine Displacement
Not Available
1451 cc
Max Power
Not Available
141.04bhp@5200rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
250Nm@3000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
Transmission
Not Available
Automatic
Gearbox
Not Available
CVT
Valves Per Cylinder
Not Available
4
Drive Type
Not Available
FWD
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
Eco, Normal, Sports

Fuel Type
Not Available
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
60 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
16.57 kmpl
12.34 Kmpl

Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Not Available
Disc
Brakes Rear
Not Available
Disc
Steering Type
Not Available
Electric
Tyre Size
Not Available
215/55 R18
Tyre Type
Not Available
Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Yes
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
7 Inch
Upholstery
Not Available
Leatherette
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Air Conditioner
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Not Available
Yes
Seating Capacity
Not Available
5

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Not Available
Powered
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Not Available
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Dual Pane
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Not Available
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
4699*1835*1760 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
2750 mm

USB Charger
Not Available
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto + Apple Carplay
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
3
No of Speakers
Not Available
4
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
4
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto + Apple Carplay
No of Tweeter
Not Available
4
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
AC
Not Available
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Not Available
Yes
Power Steering
Not Available
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Not Available
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seat Front
Not Available
No
Heated Seats Rear
Not Available
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
14 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
Not Available
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Not Available
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front Only
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Not Available
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Not Available
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Not Available
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
12V Power Outlets
Not Available
Yes

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Not Available
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Not Available
Yes
No of Airbags
Not Available
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
i-Smart app, Jio Saav
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
Not Available
Yes
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
Yes
Live Weather
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Valet Mode
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra XUV700
  • Sharp design elements
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • Clean dashboard layout
  • Powerful drivetrain options, AWD & diesel options
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
Mahindra XUV700
  • Long waiting period
  • Performance isn't the most exciting
  • Silly feature omissions
  • Noisy diesel, cabin quality in some areas
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
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is a best buy jeep compass or xuv 700
  • Both the Mahindra XUV700 and the Jeep Compass are strong contenders in the premium SUV space, each catering to different priorities. The XUV700 stands out for its aggressive pricing, powerful engine options, advanced features such as ADAS, and the flexibility of both 5- and 7-seat configurations, making it an excellent choice for families and those seeking value for money. On the other hand, the Jeep Compass offers a more premium cabin experience, robust build quality, refined driving dynamics, and capable all-wheel-drive options, making it well-suited for buyers who prioritise comfort, sophistication, and off-road ability. We recommend considering your usage requirements and budget before making the final decision.
Q. Which car is better XUV 700 or Tata safari or MG Hector Plus?
  • Choosing the right vehicle depends highly on one's preferences. All Three cars are good in their own forte. If we talk about seating comfort, families will appreciate the second row in Mahindra XUV 700 as the wide cabin and flat floor make it welcoming for three. Getting to the third row is easy in XUV too, due to the one-touch tumble function, there is a generous amount of foot room under the second row. But the under-thigh support is lacking. On the other hand, in MG Hector Plus, given the amount of width, knee room and headroom on offer, adults can be accommodated here easily, but like its rival XUV 700, the lack of under-thigh support in Hector Plus would make longer journeys tiresome. Additionally, access to the third row isn’t very convenient either. However, Tata Safari is a well-balanced 7-seater SUV with a great balance of design, comfort, performance, safety and practicality. Whereas, the XUV700 comes across as a very sensible, usable and family-friendly machine that packs potent engines and incredible segment-first safety technology. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is better, XUV700 or Scorpio Classic?
  • Xuv700 known as comfort scorpio classic for pwer n rugged . both are best in their class
  • No
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. Mahindra XUV700 has an impressive road presence, the Cabin feels premium, the space is impressive, the ride is comfortable, the feature list is long and impressive and finally both the petrol and diesel engine options along with their transmissions are very capable. On the other hand, The Scorpio Classic, being an affordable alternative to the Scorpio N, slots below the latter in Mahindra’s SUV range. Mahindra has made a handful of changes to the Scorpio Classic compared to the previous iteration of the SUV. These include a revised front fascia with Mahindra’s new ‘Twin Peaks’ logo, vertical chrome slats, and LED DRLs in the fog lamp housings. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Mahindra XUV700 Vs MG Motor Hector FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Motor Hector?
Mahindra XUV700 has out rated MG Hector on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Motor Hector?
The MG Hector is cheaper than Mahindra XUV700 by ₹6.99 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Motor Hector?
As per the users experiences the Mahindra XUV700 has better performance.

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