For 2021, the MG Hector range has been updated quite a bit. Along with cosmetic changes and feature updates for the 5-seat Hector and 6-seat Hector Plus, MG Motor India has introduced a 7-seat Hector Plus too. The variant line-up for the Hector Plus has been rationalised as well to better differentiate between the 6- and 7-seat versions.
We’ve compiled all the important equipment, engine and gearbox options, and seating configurations available with each variant of the Hector and Hector Plus to better understand what’s on offer, and for how much.
- 2021 Hector range available in 23 versions, excluding dual-tone options
- Hector available with four engine and gearbox options and four trim levels
- Hector Plus range starts Rs 39,000 lower with new entry-level 7-seat Style variant
| 2021 MG Hector variant-wise prices (ex-showroom, India_ | ||
| Variant | Petrol | Diesel |
| Style MT | Rs 12.90 lakh | Rs 14.21 lakh |
| Super MT | Rs 13.89 lakh | Rs 15.31 lakh |
| Super Hybrid MT | Rs 14.40 lakh | – |
| Smart Hybrid MT | Rs 15.66 lakh | – |
| Smart DCT | Rs 16.42 lakh | – |
| Smart MT | – | Rs 16.92 lakh |
| Sharp Hybrid MT | Rs 17.00 lakh | – |
| Sharp DCT | Rs 18.00 lakh | – |
| Sharp MT | – | Rs 18.33 lakh |
2021 MG Hector Style [Rs 12.90-14.21 lakh]
Powertrain – 1.5 petrol-MT, 2.0 diesel-MT
- Dual front airbags
- Traction control
- Electronic stability programme
- Hill-hold assist
- Rear disc brakes
- Rear parking sensors
- Rear defogger and wiper
- ISOFIX child-seat mounts
- Three-point seatbelts for all passengers
- Height adjustable front seatbelts
- Halogen projector headlights
- LED daytime running lights
- 17-inch steel wheels with covers
- Roof rails
- Indicators mounted on power-adjustable wing mirrors
- 3.5-inch multi-info display in the instrument cluster
- Fabric seat upholstery
- Manual air conditioner
- Tilt-adjust steering
- Height-adjustable driver’s seat
- Rear seat recline
- 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- Rear AC vents
- Front and rear centre armrests
- Power windows
- Keyless entry
- Front and rear USB charging ports
- Cooled glove box
- Audio system with Bluetooth and USB compatibility
- Four speakers
2021 MG Hector Super [Rs 13.89-15.31 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 petrol-MT, 1.5 mild-hybrid petrol-MT, 2.0 diesel-MT
- Front parking sensors
- Rear camera
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Front fog lights with cornering function
- LED headlights with follow-me-home function
- LED tail-lights
- LED rear fog lights
- Cruise control
- Rear-seat AC controls
- 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Four speaker and two tweeters
- Steering-mounted audio controls
2021 MG Hector Smart [Rs 15.66-16.92 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 mild-hybrid petrol-MT, 1.5 petrol-DCT, 2.0 diesel-MT
- Dual front and side airbags
- Electronic parking brake (DCT only)
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Auto-dimming inside rear-view mirror
- Dual-tone exterior colour options (Rs 20,000 optional extra)
- LED front fog lights
- 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels
- MG iSmart in-car connectivity tech
- Dual-tone interiors (option for diesel only)
- Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
- Leatherette seat covers
- Wireless smartphone charger
- Six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Push-button start
- Power folding and adjustable wing mirrors
- Tilt and telescopic steering adjust
- Four-speaker and four-tweeter Infinity audio system
2021 MG Hector Sharp [Rs 17.00-18.33 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 mild-hybrid petrol-MT, 1.5 petrol-DCT, 2.0 diesel-MT
- Front, side and curtain airbags
- 360-degree camera
- Heated wing mirrors
- Ambient interior lighting
- 7.0-inch digital colour multi-info display
- Ventilated front seats
- Four-way power adjustable front passenger seat (except mild-hybrid variants)
- Panoramic sunroof
- Powered tailgate
- Automatic climate control
- Automatic headlights and wipers
In the interest of brevity, we’ve listed the features available with the Hector Plus in addition to those available on the respective 5-seat Hector variant. It should be noted that, along with the different seating configurations and a tweaked variant and powertrain line-up, a few visual differences inside and out also help mark the Hector Plus from the Hector. In addition, the 6-seat and 7-seat Hector Plus are only differentiated visually by the middle row having either captain’s seats or a bench.
| 2021 MG Hector Plus variant-wise prices | ||
| Variant | Petrol | Diesel |
| Style MT 7-seat | Rs 13.35 lakh | Rs 14.66 lakh |
| Super Hybrid MT 7-seat | Rs 14.85 lakh | – |
| Super MT 7-seat | – | Rs 15.76 lakh |
| Super MT 6-seat | – | Rs 16.00 lakh |
| Smart DCT 6-seat | Rs 17.12 lakh | – |
| Smart MT 7-seat | – | Rs 17.52 lakh |
| Smart MT 6-seat | – | Rs 17.62 lakh |
| Select MT 7-seat | – | Rs 18.33 lakh |
| Sharp Hybrid MT 6-seat | Rs 17.75 lakh | – |
| Sharp DCT 6-seat | Rs 18.80 lakh | – |
| Sharp MT 6-seat | – | Rs 19.13 lakh |
2021 MG Hector Plus Style [Rs 13.35-14.66 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 petrol-MT, 2.0 diesel-MT
Seats – 7
- Third row of seats
- AC vents for all three rows
- USB charging port for all three rows
- Follow-me-home headlights
2021 MG Hector Plus Super [Rs 14.85-16.00 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 mild-hybrid petrol-MT, 2.0 diesel-MT
Seats – 6 and 7
There’s no difference in terms of equipment between the three seating configurations of the MG SUV in the mid-spec Super trim.
2021 MG Hector Plus Smart [Rs 17.12-17.62 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 petrol-DCT, 2.0 diesel-MT
Seats – 6 and 7
Again, there’s no change in the features list betweenthe Hector and Hector Plus in their respective Smart trims.
2021 MG Hector Plus Select [Rs 18.33 lakh]
Powertrains – 2.0 diesel-MT
Seats – 7
The Select trim is unique to the 7-seat Hector Plus. While it shares nearly all the equipment and tech available with the Hector Sharp variant, it misses out on the powered tailgate, the larger multi-info display and ambient lighting.
2021 MG Hector Plus Sharp [Rs 17.75-19.13 lakh]
Powertrains – 1.5 mild-hybrid petrol-MT, 1.5 petrol-DCT, 2.0 diesel-MT
Seats – 6
- Hands-free powered tail-gate
The 5-seat Hector rivals the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Harrier and Nissan Kicks in our market. Along with the current Mahindra XUV500, the MG Hector Plus will soon face competition from the new Tata Safari, the next-gen XUV500 and the Hyundai Creta 7-seat version.
Also see:
MG Hector long term review, second report
2021 MG Hector facelift, Hector Plus 7-seat first look video
2021 MG Hector facelift image gallery
