If I was buying the MG Hector Tomahawk EV, this is the variant I would choose

JSW MG Motor India launched the MG Hector Tomahawk EV in the country a few days ago at an introductory starting price of ₹19.49 lakh (ex-showroom), with prices going up to ₹23.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-spec variant. The electric SUV is the first model from the automaker to be based on MG's new ADAPT NEV platform, which is a modular architecture capable of housing different types of electrified powertrain technology. Available in three variant choices: Excite, Exclusive and Essence, the MG Hector Tomahawk EV is offered in both five-seater and seven-seater options.

Among the three variants, if you ask me which variant should be picked to ensure the best value for money, in my opinion, it is the mid-spec Exclusive variant. Priced at ₹21.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the Exclusive trim offers the best balance of features and value.

Why I think Exclusive is the most VFM trim of MG Hector Tomahawk EV?

The mid-spec Exclusive trim of the MG Hector Tomahawk EV is the most value-for-money variant of the electric SUV, in my opinion. Compared to the base variant Excite, it offers additional features like ventilated front seats, a 50W wireless charger with cooling and a powered tailgate. These advanced technology-enabled features are among the most sought-after ones, especially for the new generation of car buyers.

If the customer opts for the battery-as-a-service (BaaS) option, the upfront cost of this variant can be significantly reduced, which helps the buyer with a significant level of initial savings. It comes with a seven-seater cabin layout, which means there will be a generous amount of space for the occupants. Also, the seven-seater layout is an appealing proposition for those who seek a spacious SUV for their family.

MG Hector Tomahawk EV: Key features of Exclusive trim

LED projector headlamps 8.8-inch digital driver's display 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system Ambient lighting Mono (Blue) Panoramic sunroof Front ventilated seats Fast wireless charger (50W with cooling) Automatic powered tailgate Six-way power adjustable driver seat Four-way power adjustable co-driver seat Follow me home headlamps Cruise control 18-inch alloy wheels Desert Squadron interior Push button start/stop with smart entry Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay All windows with auto up/down and anti-pinch function Six speakers and tweeters Walk-away auto car lock and approach auto car unlock All i-SMART features 3.3 kW portable charging cable 7.4 kW AC fast charger with standard installation B pillar coat hooks Dual Horn Reading lights (Front and Rear) Second row easy tip & tumble for 3rd row access Third row 50:50 split seats Six airbags (dual front, side and curtain) All four disc brakes Drive Modes - Eco, Normal, Sports, Custom Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold Follow-me-home headlamps Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 360-degree camera Automatic headlamps Rain-sensing wipers Acoustic and UV-cut glass (front windshield and front door windows)

On the powertrain front, this variant doesn't differ from the other models of the line-up. It uses the same 69.2 kWh battery pack and 201 bhp peak-power-generating electric motor, while it promises an MIDC-rated range of 517 km on a single charge.

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