The has all the right ingredients of being a serious player in the mid-size SUV segment. But it has to face stiff competition from well established players like the Tata Harrier, Mahindra XUV500, Jeep Compass and the Hyundai Tucson. Can the MG Hector disrupt the segment? We delve into the spec sheet to find out how it fares against its rivals.
Dimensions
|
MG Hector |
Tata Harrier |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
|
Length (mm) |
4655 |
4598 |
4585 |
4395 |
4475 |
|
Width (mm) |
1835 |
1894 |
1890 |
1818 |
1850 |
|
Height (mm) |
1760 |
1706 |
1785 |
1640 |
1660 |
|
Wheelbase (mm) |
2750 |
2741 |
2700 |
2636 |
2670 |
|
Boot Space (Litres) |
587 |
425 |
93 / 475* |
438 |
513 |
*With third row flat.
Longest : MG Hector
Widest : Tata Harrier
Tallest : Mahindra XUV500
Longest wheelbase : MG Hector
In terms of dimensions, the MG Hector is the longest one here. In fact, it boasts of the longest wheelbase too. However, it trails behind the Mahindra and Tata in terms of height and width. The Tucson is not the longest or tallest but it does manage to beat the Hector in terms of width. The is the smallest SUV in this comparison. When it comes to boot capacity, the Hector leads the segment and is followed by the Tucson, Compass and the Harrier, respectively. The XUV has the least amount of boot space at 93 litres thanks to an additional set of seats. But if you intend to use it as a 5-seater, you can fold down the third row to reveal 475 litres of boot space. It must be mentioned that both Tata and MG are also working on seven-seater versions of their SUVs. In fact, Tata has already showcased the seven-seat version of the Harrier in the form of the Buzzard at the 2019 Geneva Motorshow.
Engine Specs and Mechanicals
|
Diesel |
MG Hector |
Tata Harrier |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
Displacement |
2.0-litre |
2.0-litre |
2.2-litre |
2.0-litre |
2.0-litre |
|
Power (PS) |
170PS |
140PS |
155PS |
173PS |
185PS |
|
Torque (Nm) |
350Nm |
350Nm |
360Nm |
350Nm |
400Nm |
|
Gearbox |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT and AT |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT and AT |
|
AWD |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Fuel Efficiency |
17.41kmpl |
16.79kmpl |
14kmpl (All variants) |
17.1 kmpl |
18.42kmpl/16.38kmpl (AT) |
Most Powerful : Hyundai Tucson
Torquiest : Hyundai Tucson
Most Efficient : Hyundai Tucson
Coming to the oil burner first, the Hector employs the same engine as found in the Jeep Compass with almost identical power and torque figures. The Harrier also employs the same Fiat-sourced unit, albeit in a lower state of tune. The XUV's diesel motor makes more torque than the Multijet unit but produces lesser power compared to the more powerful version of the Multijet engine. However, it's the Hyundai Tucson that boasts of class leading figures here.
While all of them employ a 6-speed manual as standard, the Mahindra and Tucson are offered with an automatic transmission as well. It must also be mentioned that the XUV500, Jeep Compass and the Tucson also offer all-wheel-drive (AWD) if you intend to take your SUV down the beaten path. As far as the all-important fuel efficiency figures are concerned, the Hector has a claimed fuel efficiency figure of 17.41 kmpl, which is not the best in class. That crown goes to the Hyundai Tucson in both the manual and automatic guise, with a claimed mileage of 18.42 kmpl and 16.38 kmpl, respectively.
Note : Tata Harrier comes with a diesel engine only.
|
Petrol |
MG Hector |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
Displacement |
1.5-litre |
2.2-litre |
1.4-litre |
2.0-litre |
|
Power (PS) |
143PS |
140PS |
163PS |
155PS |
|
Torque (Nm) |
250Nm |
320Nm |
250Nm |
192Nm |
|
Gearbox |
6-speed MT/6-speed AT |
6-speed AT |
6-speed MT/7-speed DCT |
6-speed MT and AT |
|
AWD |
No |
No |
No |
No |
|
Fuel Efficiency |
14.16kmpl/13.96kmpl (AT) |
13.85kmpl |
14.3kmpl/14.1kmpl (AT) |
13.03kmpl/12.95kmpl (AT) |
Most Powerful : Jeep Compass
Torquiest : Mahindra XUV500
Most Fuel Efficient Manual : MG Hector
Most Fuel Efficient Automatic : Jeep Compass
The MG Hector employs a 1.5-litre turbocharged motor which churns out 143PS and 250Nm of torque. While it may not have the best performance figures here, it must be mentioned that it is the only SUV in the segment to get a 48V mild hybrid system. According to MG, this setup will not only enhance the fuel efficiency by up to 12 percent but also provides an additional torque boost in start-stop traffic.
The XUV500, on the other hand, churns out the least power here but makes the most amount of torque. The Compass, meanwhile, produces class-leading power from its relatively small engine while the Tucson makes the least amount of torque. The MG, Jeep and Hyundai employ a 6-speed stick shifter. The XUV500 petrol doesn't come with a manual transmission, but if you require a two pedal set-up, all four SUVs come with one. When it comes to fuel efficiency, the MG Hector with the manual gearbox leads the pack. The Compass, on the other hand, is the most efficient mid-size petrol SUV with an automatic gearbox.
Features
|
Exteriors |
MG Hector |
Tata Harrier |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
Headlamps |
Yes |
HID Projectors |
Halogen Projectors |
HID Projectors |
LED |
|
Daytime Running Lamps |
LED |
LED |
LED |
Halogen |
LED |
|
Tail Lamps |
Full LED |
Partial LED |
Halogen |
Partial LED |
Partial LED |
The MG Hector features full LED illumination, which is a class first. Meanwhile, the XUV500 makes do with halogen projector headlamps at front and rear. The LED DRLs do spice up things in the Mahindra. The Compass and Harrier feature HID projector headlamps and partial LED tail lamps. However, the Compass employs an ordinary halogen DRL. The Hyundai also gets LED headlamps with partial LED tail lamps.
|
Interiors |
MG Hector |
Tata Harrier |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
Infotainment |
10.4-inch Touch Screen |
8.8-inch Touch Screen |
7-inch Touch Screen |
8.4-inch Touch Screen |
8-inch Touch Screen |
|
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Climate Control |
Single-Zone |
Single-Zone |
Single-Zone |
Dual-Zone |
Dual-Zone |
|
Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Push Button Start |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Auto Headlamps |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Rain Sensing Wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
|
Sunroof |
Panoramic |
No |
Yes |
Panoramic |
Panoramic |
|
Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
|
Powered Front Seat |
Yes |
No |
Driver's side only |
Driver's side only |
Driver's side only |
|
360-Degree Camera |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
No |
|
Auto Dimming IRVM |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Wireless Phone Charger |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
|
Powered Tail Gate |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Common features on all of them include a touchscreen infotainment system, climate control, keyless entry with push button start, auto headlamps and rain-sensing wipers. The Hector offers some more niceties like a 360-degree camera, a panoramic sunroof, powered front seats, powered tailgate and a first-in-class connected car tech. While the Hyundai doesn't feature all the fancy goodies like the Hector, it offers creature comforts like a wireless phone charger, dual-zone climate control and a powered tailgate like the Hector. The XUV500 and the Compass aren't sparsely equipped, but the Jeep misses out on cruise control and the Mahindra and Tata miss out on auto-dimming IRVMs, which is the case with the Hector as well. Shocking, considering that these are essential tools when you're on the expressway. The Tata is the least equipped here as it misses out on a sunroof and powered front seats.
The iSMART connected car tech on the MG Hector can be accessed via the 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is the largest in the segment. Featuring an embedded 4G SIM, the Hector is always connected to the internet. This allows the owner to access features like emergency calls, vehicle status, remote control for the sunroof, tailgate, door lock and more. The carmaker also adds that the system is capable of receiving over the air updates for the software and features just like your regular smartphone. To know more about the iSMART connected car tech, head.
Safety
|
MG Hector |
Tata Harrier |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
|
Airbags |
6 |
6 |
6 |
6 |
6 |
|
ABS with EBD |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Rear Parking Sensors with Rear Camera |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Electronic Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Traction Control |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
No |
|
Hill Hold Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Hill Descent Control |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
All five SUVs have you covered as far as safety is concerned. All of them get up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors with camera, electronic stability control and hill hold control in their top-spec variants. The Hector and Compass miss out on hill descent control, whereas the Mahindra and Hyundai lack traction control. Surprisingly, it's the Tata that covers all the bases here. Kudos Tata
Price:
|
MG Hector |
Tata Harrier |
Mahindra XUV500 |
Jeep Compass |
Hyundai Tucson |
|
|
Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
Rs 15 lakh to Rs 20 lakh (Expected) |
Rs 12.70 lakh to Rs 16.26 lakh |
Rs 12.32 to Rs 19.72 lakh |
Rs 15.60 lakh to Rs 23.11 lakh |
Rs 18.75 - 26.95 lakh |
Considering the number of premium features on offer, we expect the Hector to be priced from around Rs 15 lakh mark to Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). With its advanced connected tech features, powerful engines and premium appeal, the Hector looks like a serious contender in the mid-size SUV segment, at least on paper. It does bring quite a lot to the table, now what's left to see is how it would do out on the roads. For that you have to wait for our first drive review. So do stay tuned for all the launch updates and the detailed comparison of the Hector against its rivals.
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