MG Hector: The Smart SUV That Rewrote The Rules of The Game Ever since it hit the market, the MG Hector has been successful in etching itself in the highly contested arena of mid-size SUVs. With its striking design, well-equipped cabin and
modern connectivity options, the Hector is aimed at the tech-savvy buyers who want comfort, space and value. MG (Morris Garages), has pitched the Hector as an SUV that combines global style with specifically developed Indian features, and the formula has quickly worked in its favour.
Bold Design and Road Presence
One of the first things you notice about the MG Hector is the wide body.
Dressed in its broad-shouldered stance, aggressive chrome-studded grille, and menacing, LED DRLs placed above the headlamps,
there is no other way you can take your eyes off the Hector.
The sculpted bonnet, large alloy wheels and abundant use of chrome make it look like a premium, if a trifle flash, SUV, which is something that quite a few Indian SUV buyers like.
The rear is equally catchy, with those connected tail lamps and the uncluttered, upright design that increases the Hector’s road presence.
Although there are aggressive design cues, the overall look is still wellproportioned and not overdone.
Interiors and Features
Get inside the MG Hector, and from very first instance you find yourself sitting in a category above.
The star of the show, without a doubt, is the enormous 10.4-inch touchscreen that serves as the main control center for most things
— air conditioning, media, even navigation. It’s quite open and roomy inside, for the front as well as the rear seats.
The dash is covered with soft-touch materials and leatherette upholstery (in higher trims) that make the interior feel upscale.
The Hector is packed to the gills with a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, power driver seat, connected car tech and a premium sound system.
It also provides a digital instrument cluster that presents a variety of information intuitively.
Opposition It’s here where the Hector has an edge in its connected features connecting with the internet including voice commands
and remote control via a mobile app was focused by MG.
Performance and Ride Comfort
The MG Hector gets multiple engine options — a 1.5-litre turbo petrol (with and without mild hybrid) and a 2.0-litre diesel.
Performance Performance from either engine is reasonable, with the diesel impressing particularly with its muscular mid-range torque.
Petrol, particularly with the DCT automatic, is more for relaxed style of driving.
Comfort takes precedence on the move in the Hector.
The suspension is set soft and soaks up bumps and potholes without breaking a sweat.
While that makes it a nice place for the occupants, it does translate into some body roll when you start to play in the corners.
Pros:
Large Road Presence: The Hector’s proportions and style make it conspicous on the road.
Tech-savvy Cabin: Provides class-leading features and connected tech.
Generous Cabin/Boot Space: The ML offers class-leading levels of room both in-cabin, as well as in the boot.
Ride quality: It is comfortable for city and highway rides as well.
Cons:
Not Sporty Handling: The soft suspension results in noticeable body roll.
Fuel Efficiency of Petrol Variant: The turbo petrol may be a bit thirsty especially in city conditions.
Controls That Are Touchscreen Dependent: Certain screen-based tasks while driving can be distracting.
MG Hector : Final Thoughts
The MG Hector is a whole lot of car for the money, forward from its distinctly bold go-outsides to it’s an-Iron Man-armours cabin and roomy insides.
Though it won’t be the first pick for driving enthusiasts, it is a reasonable, comfortable and modern SUV that’s perfect for families and those who value features and space.