MG Hector Shine: All You Need About This Mid-spec Trim In Five Points

MG Motor India is all set to launch the mid-spec Shine trim in the Hector on August 12, 2021. This new trim will sit between Super and Smart trims. Dealers have already begun bookings for a token of Rs 50,000. Ahead of its introduction, here’s some exclusive info about this trim in five detailed points: 

Additional Features   

 

Based on the second-from-base Super, the MG Hector Shine will come with six additional features:

• Single-pane sunroof (new in Hector)

• Keyless entry using smart key

• Push button start

• Electric parking brake with auto hold

• Telescopic adjustment for the steering wheel

• Chrome finished door handles

The only gripe is that the last five features are exclusive to the petrol-CVT powertrain, which brings us to the next point. 

Available Powertrain Options

 

The MG Hector Shine will be offered with both the 143PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and the 170PS 2-litre diesel engine. As standard, both units will be provided with a 6-speed manual transmission while the turbo-petrol engine can also be specced with a CVT. The turbo-petrol hybrid powertrain and dual-clutch automatic transmission have been given a miss here. 

One New Colour 

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MG will be taking this opportunity to introduce one new colour for the Hector: Havana Grey. Save for the base-spec Style, this new shade will be available in all trims. 

Currently, the Hector is offered in six monotone colours: Starry Sky Blue, Starry Black, Burgundy Red, Aurora Silver, Glaze Red, and Candy White. The last two can be opted with a dual-tone option with a black-coloured roof. 

A Predefined Accessory Pack  

MG will offer the Hector Shine with a predefined accessory pack (for a premium) that’s exclusive to this new trim. The additional features include: 

• Leather seat cover

• Wireless phone charger

• Air purifier

• Rear window sunshades

• Steering wheel leather wrap

• 3D floor mats

Expected Price And Rivals

 

Considering the feature updates, we expect the Hector Shine to command a premium of around Rs 60,000 over the Super trim it’s based on. It will lock horns with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, and the Tata Harrier (which recently got a sunroof in mid-spec trims).