2026 MG Hector SUV Launched in India at Rs 11.99 Lakh, Gets New Front Grille, Colour Options and More

Chinese-owned British legacy automaker, MG Motor on Monday launched its updated mid-size SUV, the Hector in India at a starting introductory price of Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). In addition to that, the starting ex-showroom price for the six-and seven-seater variants has been set at Rs 17.29 lakh. The company has launched the facelift of the Hector with plenty of changes when it comes to exterior, interior, and features.

2026 MG Hector: Engine

Mechanically, the SUV remains the same with it being powered by a 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine producing 141.04 bhp and 250 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed manual or a continuous variable transmission (CVT). In addition to that, the 2026 MG Hector will also be offered with a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 167.67 bhp and 350 Nm of torque.

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The 2026 MG Hector gets minor changes when it comes to the exterior. The Hector features a new Aura Hex Grille in the front along with Aura sculpt bumpers. In addition to that, it gets Aura bolt alloys. Moreover, the new 2026 MG Hector gets two new colour options namely Celadon Blue and Pearl White, along with existing colour options Aurora Silver, Starry Black and Glaze Red.

2026 MG Hector: Interior and Features

The interior of the new 2026 MG Hector gets white and ice grey dual-tone interior for five-seater variants and Dual Tone Urban Tan for the 6 and 7-seater variants, a layered dashboard, front ventilated seats, telescopic and tilt, adjustable steering and six-way power adjustable driver seat. In addition to that, it gets a 14-inch portrait touchscreen infotainment system along with i-Swipe Touch Gesture Control, enabling intuitive multi-touch operations such as two- and three-finger swipes for AC, music, and navigation.

Moreover, it boasts features like 360-degree HD Camera with wheel view, ABS, EBD, ESP, TCS, Hill Hold Control, Brake Assist, Level 2 ADAS, eight-colour ambient lighting, powered tailgate, air purifier with PM 2.5 filter, rain sensing wipers, Remote Control for Audio, AC & Mood Light in i-Smart App and front parking sensors, among others.