MG Motor has recently given the MG Hector its second mid-life facelift. In addition to some design changes, the new Hector carries some technological updates. While the new Hector is not too different from the previous model, in this article, we explore every change that the facelift has brought.
New MG Hector (2025) vs Old MG Hector: Dimensions & Design
| New MG Hector (2025) | Old MG Hector | |
| Length | 4,699 mm | 4,655 mm |
| Width | 1,835 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm | 1,760 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 192 mm |
| Boot Space | 587 litres (Hector) 155 litres (Hector Plus) | 587 litres (Hector) 155 litres (Hector Plus) |
As mentioned, the new Hector is not too different from the old Hector and the same is apparent in their designs. The new MG Hector is marginally longer than the old MG Hector, however, the rest of the dimensions are the same. This means the new Hector is as spacious as the old one and ample space for all passengers will continue to remain one of the key advantages of the Hector.
As far design is concerned, the new Hector looks nearly identical to the old Hector, however, there are some differences at the front to keep them distinguishable from each other. Like the old Hector, the new Hector features a large imposing chrome grille at the front, however, the new Hector has a honeycomb pattern for the grille that looks quite different from the diamond pattern on the older model. Meanwhile, the sleek LED daytime running lamps (DRLs) and twin-pod LED headlights are the same as on the old Hector, though the bumper and air dam have been redesigned.
The new MG Hector is as spacious as the old MG Hector, and on the design front, except for the new pattern for the grille and new design for air dam and front bumper, the new Hector looks the same as the old Hector.
New MG Hector (2025) vs Old MG Hector: Engine & Transmission
| New MG Hector (2025) | Old MG Hector | |
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbo petrol 2-litre turbo diesel (To be launched later in 2026) | 1.5-litre turbo petrol 2-litre turbo diesel |
| Power | 143 PS (petrol) 170 PS (diesel) | 143 PS (petrol) 170 PS (diesel) |
| Torque | 250 Nm (petrol) 350 Nm (diesel) | 250 Nm (petrol) 350 Nm (diesel) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual gearbox with both engines CVT automatic with petrol engine | 6-speed manual gearbox with both engines CVT automatic with petrol engine |
| Mileage | Up to 13.79 km/l | Up to 13.79 km/l (petrol) Up to 13.79 km/l (diesel) |
As of now, the new MG Hector is offered with the same 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine which was offered with the old MG Hector. The new Hector will also be offered with the same 2-litre turbo diesel engine, but the diesel variants will launch in 2026. Like the engine options, transmission options will remain the same.
New MG Hector (2025) vs Old MG Hector: Features & Comfort
| New MG Hector (2025) | Old MG Hector | |
| Infotainment system | 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system | 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system |
| Music system | 8-speaker Infinity sound system | 8-speaker Infinity sound system |
| Climate control | Automatic | Automatic |
| Ventilated seats | Front ventilated seats | Front ventilated seats |
| Adjustable steering | Tilt and Telescopic adjust | Tilt and Telescopic adjust |
| Drive modes | Eco, Normal, Sports | Eco, Normal, Sports |
| Instrument cluster | 7-inch Digital instrument cluster | 7-inch Digital instrument cluster |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof | Panoramic sunroof |
| Adjustable seats (manual or electric) | 6-way powered driver seat & 4-way powered front passenger seat | 6-way powered driver seat & 4-way powered front passenger seat |
| Rear AC vents | Available | Available |
| 60:40 rear seat split | Available (5/7-Seater only) | Available (5/7-Seater only) |
| Cruise control | Available | Available |
Much like the exterior, everything on the inside is the same as the old model. Like the old Hector, the new Hector carries a layered dashboard design, a 3-spoke steering wheel, and a 14-inch touchscreen portrait-oriented infotainment system. However, MG has introduced two new interior themes: dual tone grey and black for the 5-seater Hector and tan and black for the 3-row Hector Plus.
In terms of features, the new Hector offers the same package as the old Hector. Its feature list includes, the large touchscreen infotainment, Infinity sound system, powered and ventilated front seats, automatic climate control, and more. All the same, MG has updated the touchscreen infotainment on the software level and introduced its iSwipe touch gesture control technology that allows the front passengers to adjust climate using two fingers and audio with three.
In addition to adding two new interior themes, dual tone grey and black for the 5-seater Hector and tan and black for the 3-row Hector Plus, MG has added a new feature, iSwipe touch gesture control.
New MG Hector (2025) vs Old MG Hector: Safety Features
| New MG Hector (2025) | Old MG Hector | |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Not tested | Not tested |
| Airbags | Six | Six |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Hill hold assist | Yes | Yes |
| Hill descent control | No | No |
| Rear sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Rear parking camera | 360-degree camera | 360-degree camera |
| ISOFIX Child seat anchor points | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Level-2 ADAS features | Level-2 ADAS features |
In safety equipment, there has been no addition and the new MG Hector carries the safety equipment of the old MG Hector. This safety equipment includes 6 airbags as standard, a 360-degree camera with a blind-spot monitor, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, an electronic parking brake, disc brakes on all wheels, and a Level 2 ADAS suite.
New MG Hector (2025) vs Old MG Hector: Price comparison
| Variant | New MG Hector Petrol Ex-showroom price | Old MG Hector Petrol Ex-showroom price | Difference |
| Style 5-seater MT | Rs 11.99 lakh | Rs 14 lakh | Rs 2.01 lakh |
| Shine Pro 5-seater MT | Discontinued | Rs 15.85 lakh | |
| Shine Pro 5-seater CVT | Discontinued | Rs 17.20 lakh | |
| Select Pro 5-seater MT | Rs 13.99 lakh | Rs 16.17 lakh | Rs 2.18 lakh |
| Select Pro 5-seater CVT | Discontinued | Rs 17.52 lakh | |
| Smart Pro 5-seater MT | Rs 14.99 lakh | Rs 16.89 lakh | Rs 1.90 lakh |
| Smart Pro 5-seater CVT | Rs 16.29 lakh (New variant) | ||
| Sharp Pro 5-seater MT | Rs 16.79 lakh | Rs 18.34 lakh | Rs 1.55 lakh |
| Sharp Pro 5-seater CVT | Rs 18.09 lakh | Rs 19.69 lakh | Rs 1.60 lakh |
| Sharp Pro 7-seater MT | Rs 17.29 lakh | Rs 18.92 lakh | Rs 1.63 lakh |
| Sharp Pro 7-seater CVT | Rs 18.59 lakh | Rs 20.27 lakh | Rs 1.68 lakh |
| Savvy Pro 5-seater CVT | Rs 18.99 lakh | Rs 20.76 lakh | Rs 1.77 lakh |
| Savvy Pro 7-seater CVT | Rs 19.49 lakh | Rs 21.34 lakh | Rs 1.85 lakh |
The new MG Hector is at least Rs 1.55 lakh more affordable than the old MG Hector and the new MG Hector plus is at least Rs 1.63 lakh more affordable than the old MG Hector plus. Since there have been no cost cutting measures to bring the ex-showroom prices down, the new Hector offers more value for money than the old Hector. Possibly, MG utilised their partnership with JSW well to save on the manufacturing cost and the carmaker has cut the cost of the SUV to boost its sales.
New MG Hector (2025) vs Old MG Hector: FAQs
Q. Is the new MG Hector larger than the old MG Hector?
The new MG Hector is only 44 mm longer than the old MG Hector, and the rest of the dimensions are the same as before. This means, the wheelbase is the same as before and the new Hector is as tall and as wide as the old Hector. Ergo, the new Hector is as large and spacious as the old Hector.
Q. Does the new MG Hector offer more features than the old MG Hector?
The new MG Hector has the same feature list as the old MG Hector. Its feature list includes 7-inch digital instrument cluster, front ventilated seats, 6-way powered driver’s seat, 4-way powered front passenger seat, ventilated front seats, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, panoramic sunroof, ambient lights, PM 2.5 air filter, push button start/stop system, a 360-degree camera, a 14-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen infotainment system, Infinity-sound system, and more. Only one update the new Hector brings is iSwipe touch gesture control technology that allows the front passengers to adjust climate using two fingers and audio with three. This feature is missing on the old MG Hector.
Q. Is the New MG Hector more powerful than the Old MG Hector?
No, the new MG Hector carries forward the engine options from the old MG Hector. Hence, the new MG Hector is as powerful as the old MG Hector.
