MG Hector Plus

Pros & Cons of MG Hector Plus

• What we admire in this car

  • A spacious second row of seats with rear AC vents.
  • The third row is decent for adult occupants.
  • Separate AC controls and vents for third-row passengers.
  • Absorbent ride, ideal for mile munching.
  • Great road presence with the segment’s biggest infotainment screen.

• What could have been better

  • Body roll is felt around corners.
  • The suspension is tuned soft which makes ride quality floaty.
  • Does not get automatic transmission in the diesel powertrain.

Exterior 8

The 2023 Hector Plus retains the same body shell but with changes that make it bolder and sportier. The main exterior change of the facelift is the inclusion of a bigger, bolder front grille. The muscular U-shaped chrome-studded grille on the front fascia blends with the LED daytime running lights. This might be loud for some but does give the Hector Plus a lot of road presence. In order to give the 3 row SUV a sportier look, it also includes a redesigned fog light housing and a faux skid plate. The side appearance of the SUV hasn't changed and it retains the same 18 inch alloy wheels as well. At the back, profile has undergone some small adjustments. The modifications to the rear include a connected tail lamp and new Hector Plus badging in the centre, similar to what we've seen on the Gloster. The LEDs of the connected tail lamps get a very sporty design which MG terms as ‘Blade’. You also get ADAS badging on the body for the top end Savvy variant. 

The new 2023 Hector Plus is available in seven colour options. These include Havana Grey, Dual tone white & black, candy white, glaze red, aurora silver, starry black and dune brown. 

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Interior 9

The dashboard of the facelift Hector Plus has been changed and for starts, gets soft touch material at multiple places. This simply ups the ante in terms of the premium feel. The interior has new air conditioning vent designs, a new engine start-stop button, and an upgraded instrument cluster. It also boasts piano black and faux brushed aluminium embellishments, which give it a premium appearance. The faux brushed aluminium additions are also on the door pads and look up market. 

The inside also has many colour choices for the upholstery as well as dual-tone treatment on the door pads, dashboard, and other crucial sections. The centre infotainment system now has a 14-inch touchscreen, the largest in India for its segment and this indeed is the USP here. The top end versions come with excellent infotainment set-up with bass heavy audio output. 

The seats gets revised upholstery and the cabin continues to be very airy even for 5 large adults and 2 kids. The comfort levels of the Hector Plus are high but with the last row in place, usable boot space is down to just 155 litres. 

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Engine 9

The 2023 Hector Plus continues to be offered with two fuel types. The first one is a 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel engine that continues to put out 170 bhp of peak power and 350 Nm of max torque. Disappointingly, the diesel Hector Plus does not come with an automatic gearbox option. However, this engine is powerful enough and also delivers good mileage.

 

The second is a 1.5-litre turbo petrol unit that is now offered without any mild hybrid set up. It continues to put out 143 PS of power and 250 Nm of torque. It is offered with both a manual as well as CVT automatic gearbox. The latter is very helpful for urban runs and goes about doing its duties in a very able manner. Yes, it isn’t as efficient as expected but then this is a heavy mid size SUV after all. 

Hector Plus engine specifications:

Transmission	Manual & Automatic (CVT)
Mileage	12 kmpl to 16 kmpl
Engine	1451-1956 cc
Power	143 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm
Drive Train	FWD

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Features 9.5

When MG had launched the Hector Plus in July 2020, they created benchmarks in terms of standard equipment on offer. For 2023, the Hector Plus simply improves on this front. It gets Level 2 ADAS with as many as 11 functions and the largest screen for any car made in India. And there is a high resolution 360 degree camera, full digital speedometer console, ventilated seats, premium sound by Infinity including subwoofer & amplifier, updated i-SMART, panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, powered front seats (both) and even a PM 2.5 air purifier with AQI & Ionizer. 

The walkaway auto car lock / approach auto car unlock is a very handy feature. Other standard features on the top end include cooled glovebox, push button start, leatherette seats etc. 

Hector Plus features:

360 Degree Camera	Yes
TPMS	Yes
Sunroof	Yes
Wireless Charger	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No

Ride And Handling 8

The MG Hector Plus has always been known for a comfortable ride and 2023 version is no different. The company hasn’t altered the suspension or the tyre size which means this new model is also a comfortable companion over typical Indian roads. The steering is also light, thereby making it a good urban vehicle. Likewise, from driver’s perspective, visibility is excellent and even short drivers won’t have a tough time behind the wheel. 

The Hector Plus is a long and heavy SUV and this is evident if you attack curves and corners at higher speeds. There is body roll coming in which makes your back off the throttle. But then, this was always meant to be a comfortable family SUV and not an enthusiast’s delight. Overall, the Hector Plus does what most owners want it to - a comfortable big SUV! 

MG Hector Plus Car Owner Reviews

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  shekar

  1 Month ago
  4.3
  Good comfort and features, interior and exterior design look is good, vehicle performance awesome, mileage in city is 12 kmpl and Highway 15 to 16kmpl at this price range is good to buy.
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  Manisha Naik

  2 Month ago
  5.0
  This car is wonderful, it is fully safe to drive and it is very comfortable to sit in. The wheels of car are good in size the experience was good
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  aman

  2 Month ago
  3.0
  looking nice design and also drive comfort and a long diver for comfort, I say buy this car for comfort, safety, and family use.
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  Mahesh

  1 Year ago
  3.8
  Suspension setup makes quite a comfortable SUV. Even on worse road conditions, it will give the confidence to drive and conquer the road ahead. Full of tech and impressive on quality both inside-out.
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  Vijay

  1 Year ago
  3.5
  Materials as well as fit and finish levels are good, making the cabin feel classy. Engine feels strong and powerful enough to propel the car in various driving scenarios but it?s the transmission that dulls the experience forcing one to be light with the throttle usage. Any attempt at aggressive throttle inputs and the rubber band effect becomes prominent.
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MG Hector Plus Images

• Profile Image
• Right Front Three Quarter
• Right Side View
• Right Rear Three Quarter
• Rear View
• Left Rear Three Quarter

MG Hector Plus Colours

• Aurora Silver
• Candy White
• Dune Brown
• Glaze Red
• Havana Grey
• Starry Black
• Dual Tone White & Black

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