MG Hector Plus Review: Powerful SUV with Premium Features
The MG Hector Plus is a premium three-row SUV designed for buyers who want space, comfort, and modern technology in a stylish package. MG Motor offers an SUV that is not just good to look at but also has a high level of connectivity and advanced driving experience, along with the best-in-class features in its segment. Marketed as an SUV that is focused on family, the Hector Plus aims to give you practicality while not giving up the premium narrative.
MG Hector Plus Price in India
MG Hector Plus price begins at ₹17.29 lakh and rises to ₹19.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It’s currently in petrol form, with the diesel following next year.
MG Hector Plus Variants:
- Sharp Pro 7-Seater (Manual): ₹17.29 lakh
- Sharp Pro 7-Seater CVT (Automatic): ₹18.59lakh
- Savvy Pro 7-Seater CVT (Top Model): ₹19.49 lakh
The MG Hector Plus offers good utility for the money in terms of space, features and safety tech as well.
Engine and Performance
Currently, the MG Hector Plus is offered with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. It generates 141 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque, combined with a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT automatic.
The engine is quiet and well-mannered, and it feels relaxed in city as well as highway driving. That means power delivery is linear, and the SUV feels at home, ambling along with your average drive. The mileage corresponding to the different variants is between 12.34 kmpl and 13.79 kmpl.
Exterior Design
The updated MG Hector Plus looks aggressive and premium. It gets a new chrome grille, LED headlamps, DRLs, and updated bumpers. The side profile is the same, but gains freshness with new 18-inch wheels on alloys. The SUV itself has a modern look with, in the rear, connected LED taillamps.
The MG Hector Plus is available in five colour options:
- Glaze Red
- Starry Black
- Aurora Silver
- Pearl White
- Celadon Blue
Interior and Seating Comfort
On the inside, the MG Hector Plus boasts a plush dual-tone black and brown cabin. The dashboard and door pads are finished in soft-touch materials. The SUV is at present offered only in a 7-seater design along with a bench seat in the second row.
There is very good space and comfort in the first two rows, while the third row is for kids or short trips. With its seating flexibility, the MG Hector Plus is a family-friendly SUV.
Features and Technology
There are plenty of features packed into the MG Hector Plus. Key highlights include:
- 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Panoramic sunroof
- 7-inch digital driver display
- Ventilated front seats
- Wireless phone charger
- Multi-colour ambient lighting
- Air purifier
- Infinity 8-speaker sound system
- Over 75 connected car features
- Updated touchscreen with even more RAM, for smoother and faster response.
Safety Features
Safety is always a necessary point in the MG Hector Plus. It comes equipped with:
- Up to six airbags
- 360-degree camera
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Hill-hold assist
- Traction control
- Front and rear parking sensors
Higher variants also offer advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), which may include lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and collision warning. These features add an extra layer of confidence, especially during highway drives.
Boot Space and Practicality
In a 6-seat configuration, the MG Hector Plus provides ample boot space for small-sized bags with all seats up. Fold the third row or the second row, and the luggage capacity expands markedly. The power tailgate makes it easier to load and unload.
Final Verdict
The MG Hector Plus is a perfect blend of style, tech and comforts packaged into a great family SUV. While it isn’t necessarily the most powerful or the best fuel economy in its class, it certainly offers a refined driving experience and a feature-rich cabin. For buyers looking at a spacious, modern SUV that offers value, practicality and premium appeal, the Hector Plus still remains quite a strong contender.
