MG Hector Plus

MG has introduced two new 7-seater variants for the Hector Plus mid-size SUV. The Select Pro variant petrol automatic is priced at Rs 19.72 lakh and the Smart Pro diesel manual is priced at Rs 20.65 lakh (ex-showroom). The petrol engine offered is a 143 PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine coupled with a CVT, while the diesel engine is a 170 PS 2-litre unit paired with a 6-speed manual. The new variants make the petrol-automatic powertrain and the diesel engine more accessible for the 7-seater Hector Plus. It comes with features such as a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment, ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof and a wireless phone charger.

Features: The MG Hector Plus gets a 14-inch portrait-style infotainment screen, automatic indicators, improved connected car technology, infotainment controlled sunroof (control the percentage of opening), and voice controlled ambient lighting (multiple colours). The list also includes a panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, ventilated front seats, wireless phone charging and heated outer rear-view mirrors. Safety features include up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, Level-2 ADAS technology and electronic stability control.

Engine: The MG Hector Plus gets two engine options: 143PS/250Nm 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 170PS/350Nm 2-litre diesel engine. A six-speed manual gearbox comes standard, while an optional CVT transmission is offered with the turbo-petrol unit. The Indonesian markets also get a strong-hybrid powertrain comprising a 123PS/168Nm 2-litre petrol paired to an electric motor producing 174PS and 320Nm. The Hector Plus is 4699mm long, 1835mm wide,1760mm tall and has a 2750mm wheelbase.

Rivals: The facelifted Hector Plus rivals the Hyundai Alcazar, Tata Harrier / Safari and Mahindra XUV700.

Variants: The MG Hector Plus can be had in 6 broad variants: Style, Shine, Smart, Smart Pro, Sharp Pro, and Savvy Pro. The MG Hector gets seven shade options: Dune Brown, Havana Grey, Candy White, Aurora Silver, White and Black (dual-tone), Glaze Red, and Starry Black.