MG Hector facelift to launch in India on this date

MG Motor India has announced that it will launch the facelifted Hector SUV on January 7th. With the yearly update, the car is set to receive a number of fresh updates including tweaked styling and new features.

The Hector was originally launched back in 2019 and has been a strong seller in the market since its introduction. With the latest update, the Hector will receive a new grille, new alloy wheels and revamped interior, on the other hand, the engine options will remain unchanged.

At the front, the 2021 Hector SUV will boast a new ZS EV inspired grille sporting chrome-stud pattern, while the headlamp assembly will remain more or less the same. Previous spy images have also revealed new set of twin-5-spoke alloy wheels.

In terms of cabin updates, the car will be updated with a new beige and black dual-tone interior. Updated features on the car will include a wireless phone charger, along with ventilated seats for both the driver as well as the passenger in the front row. It will, however, continue to sport the 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and the i-Smart connected car system along with more previously found features.

In terms of mechanicals, the Hector will continue to be powered from a 1.5-litre petrol, 1.5-litre petrol hybrid, and the 2.0-litre diesel engine options. While the petrol and petrol-hybrid versions churn out 141 bhp of maximum power and 250 Nm torque, the oil-burner delivers 168 bhp of power and 350 Nm of peak torque. The transmission options also remain the same 6-speed manual gearbox and DCT automatic units.