It's raining SUVs here in India, and the latest to enter the ring for a bare-knuckled fight, is the Chinese-owned British carmaker – Morris Garages. The Hector, as they call it, has been doing its rounds on the internet as a camouflaged test mule for quite some time now. However, the wraps are finally off, and we're about to find out if the new feature-laden Hector has what it takes to deliver in the presence of rivaling SUVs, such as the Tata Harrier, Hyundai Creta, Nissan Kicks, Jeep Compass and the Mahindra XUV5OO, as our MG Hector review further reveals....
Let's talk about the aesthetics for a bit first. SUV buyers are chasing looks, and the Hector delivers on that front. It gets a massive, prominent front grille, finished in chrome, with the MG logo bang in the middle. We think MG has nailed it on this front, as Indians love chrome, be it on bikes or cars. The split headlight design trend continues on the Hector as well, with the upper half being the LED DRLs, and the lower half, the main headlamp. There are also fog lamps right below. Even the stylish tail lamp design that stream across the tail gate, gets the LED treatment – a segment-first. The side profile gets a sharp belt line, but we found that the squared-off wheel arches house rather small-ish 17-inch wheels. An unnecessary addition, we think, is the 'Internet Inside' badge just below the A-pillar. And the body's shut-lines are bit of an eye sore!
MG's idea was to have buyers hooked the moment they stepped into the cabin, and that, it does very well, thanks to that 10.4-inch infotainment screen that looks like the ones you've seen on recent Volvos. However, what could've been better is the feedback of the touchscreen, as there is a bit of lag in terms of response. Moving on, if we are to bring you an indepth MG Hector review, then we must talk about its segment leading equipment list. The car features an in-built SIM card that allows for navigation with traffic updates by TomTom. The infotainment system is pre-loaded with apps like Gaana and AccuWeather. You can also stream pre-loaded videos on the huge screen. The top-of-the-line model also comes with an 8-speaker Infinity sound system, coupled with an amplifier and sub-woofer. Coming to the 'Internet Inside' badge: the Hector offers segment-first connectivity features.
To ensure there's internet connectivity at all times, the SUV comes with an embedded 5G-ready eSIM from Airtel that provides wireless software updates for the Hector. It also gets a digital instrument cluster with a 7-inch TFT screen in the middle that displays tyre pressure, fuel economy and the manner in which the smart hybrid system works. Also, it features an i-Smart Technology app that gives you access to information on the exact range of the SUV and the location of it as well. On the automatic version of the Hector, you can also switch on, and off the air conditioner wherever you are. On saying 'Hello MG', you will be able to activate more than 100 voice commands.
The seats at the front are very comfortable and supportive, and there's ample space for occupants at the rear, thanks to the sheer length of the SUV. The seats can also be reclined, and the rear bench is quite supportive. Another segment-first feature is the powered tail gate, which can also be opened at the dab of a button on the key fob.
Under the bonnet, the Hector is powered by two engine options: a 1.5-litre, turbo petrol engine that makes 141bhp and 250Nm of torque and a 2.0-litre, diesel engine that produces 168bhp and 350Nm of torque, the latter being Fiat-sourced. We went for a spin in the mild-hybrid petrol that comes paired to a 6-speed manual gearbox for our MG Hector review. The dual-clutch automatic gearbox is also offered on the standard petrol variant. The motor is pretty silent, but we could hear a constant whine. The lithium-ion battery powers a 48V system, and is linked by a belt to an integrated starter generator, which runs the start-stop system. Power delivery is good, but it does struggle on inclines. Body roll is apparent, and the steering is not what you'd call the best in the business. But it's over bad roads, that the Hector excels. We are yet to take MG’s all new SUV on a long distance journey to bring add a road trip angle to our MG Hector review.
If MG can get the pricing right, the Hector will sell well, for it scores on ride comfort, the equipment list it comes with, its well-built cabin and the imposing stance. What's left to be seen however, is if the Indian market will take to the MG brand so easily.
Do look out for our in-depth MG Hector review to find out more.
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More than 2000 units of MG Hector delivered in August
Launched in June 2019, MG Hector has toppled the SUV market in India.
In the month of July 2019, 1500 units of Hector were delivered.
However, the British branded SUV kept the sales momentum strong and delivred another 2018 units in August 2019.
There are about 28,000 bookings of Hector already lined up with about 11,000 bookings in the waitlist.
Commenting on the sales numbers, Gaurav Gupta, Chief Commercial Officer, MG Motor India, said.
There was abundant buzz close the SUV before its launch and courtesy of an aggressive Car Service Plan evaluation interest within the Hector has solely full-grown since it went on sale.
It ultimately counts bookings for the SUV had crossed the 13,000 units mark.
In brief, MG defend encompasses a spread of aftersales initiatives and plans offered on the Hector.
There are Variety Of Vehicle MG Hector Pretend for Measure Facility Part Of Term Sector:
The Hector comes with a 5-year pledge as customary with no mileage restrictions for personal consumers and a one,50,000km mileage cap for business consumers.
The Hector’s customary pledge is that the best among rival SUVs Vehicle Maintenance Plan and by a good margin.
There was abundant buzz close the SUV before its launch and courtesy of an aggressive Car Service Plan evaluation interest within the Hector has solely full-grown since it went on sale.
It ultimately counts bookings for the SUV had crossed the 13,000 units mark.
In brief, MG defend encompasses a spread of aftersales initiatives and plans offered on the Hector.
There are Variety Of Vehicle MG Hector Pretend for Measure Facility Part Of Term Sector:
The Hector comes with a 5-year pledge as customary with no mileage restrictions for personal consumers and a one,50,000km mileage cap for business consumers.
The Hector’s customary pledge is that the best among rival SUVs Vehicle Maintenance Plan and by a good margin.
