MG Hector Plus SUV set to become costlier in India
MG Motor's recently-launched SUV, the Hector Plus, is set to receive a price-hike of up to Rs. 50,000 in India, according to HT Auto. The move is in line with the company's announcement made at the time of launch that the six-seater SUV would become costlier after August 13. At present, the Hector Plus starts at Rs. 13.48 lakh. Here's our roundup.
MG Hector Plus: At a glance
MG Hector Plus has a sporty design, featuring an all-black grille, a muscular bonnet, and a silver-colored skid plate. It also offers an all-LED lighting setup. On the sides, the SUV is flanked by roof rails, ORVMs, blacked-out B-pillars, and designer alloy wheels. Moreover, it comes in six color options: Starry Sky Blue, Candy White, Aurora Silver, Burgundy Red, Starry Black, and Glaze Red.
A peek inside the cabin
The MG Hector Plus has a premium dual-tone six-seater cabin with a sunroof, automatic climate control, rear AC vents, and a power steering wheel. The SUV also packs a 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. For the safety of passengers, there are six airbags, a tire pressure monitor, traction control, an engine immobilizer, and crash sensors.
Power and performance
The MG Hector Plus comes with three BS6-compliant engine options: 2.0-liter diesel, 1.5-liter petrol, and 1.5-liter petrol-hybrid. The diesel mill makes 168hp of maximum power and 350Nm of peak torque. The 1.5-liter petrol and petrol-hybrid motors belch out 141hp of maximum power and 250Nm of peak torque. Transmission duties on the SUV are handled by a 6-speed manual or a DCT automatic gearbox.
What about the pricing?
At present, the MG Hector Plus starts at Rs. 13.48 lakh for the base model and goes up to Rs. 18.53 lakh for the top-spec trim (all prices ex-showroom, Delhi). The details about the price-hike should be announced by the company in the coming days.
