2026 MG Hector facelift: Design, features, price explained in images

2026 MG Hector facelift: Design, features, price explained in images

MG Motor India has just launched the new 2026 MG Hector facelift in the Indian market with prices starting from Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Prices for the updated MG Hector Plus, available in both 6- and 7-seater configurations, have also been announced, starting at Rs 17.29 lakh (ex-showroom). This update marks Hector’s second major refresh since it first arrived in 2019 and receives noticeable cosmetic upgrades inside out, additional features, enhanced safety tech and several other improvements.

On the outside, the updated Hector brings subtle but noticeable styling revisions. The large grille retains its familiar size but now features a fresh honeycomb-style pattern in place of the earlier diamond design, while the lower air intake has been mildly reworked.

The MG Hector facelift at the rear remains largely the same with minor cosmetic changes to the bumper. It continues to get wide, connected LED tail-lamps with an upright tailgate, chunky bumper, and generous use of chrome and gloss-black elements. Below it gets a faux skid-plate finish with a wide reflector insert which gives it a rugged SUV touch

At sides, again it remains same as before. But now it features newly designed multi spoke 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped up in 215/55 section tyres. Rounding off the updates are new exterior paint options, including Celadon Blue and Pearl White, adding a bit more variety to the Hector’s colour palette.

Moving inside, the updated MG Hector features a fresh dual-tone Urban Tan cabin theme and an upgraded 14-inch portrait-style touchscreen that now supports MG’s i-Swipe gesture controls. Using this system, a two-finger swipe adjusts the climate control, while a three-finger gesture manages audio functions such as track selection and volume. The infotainment system also benefits from an enhanced VRAM module, expandable up to 10GB.

The feature list continues to be extensive, including a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, digital instrument cluster, wireless charger, connected car tech, 360-degree camera, horizontal AC vents, a digital auto key with proximity lock and unlock, and an Infinity by Harman audio system.

MG also offers its unique MG SHIELD ownership programme as standard, which includes a 3+3+3 package comprising a three-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, three years of roadside assistance, and three labour-free periodic services.

Mechanically, it remains unchanged. It continues to be offered with two engine options - a 1.5-litre, 4-cyl, turbo petrol engine with 143hp and 250Nm, and comes paired either with a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT. Another engine is a Fiat-sourced 2.0-litre turbo diesel with 170hp and 350Nm, which comes paired to a 6-speed manual gearbox only.

The 2026 MG Hector is priced from Rs 11.99 lakh for the Style MT, going up through Select Pro MT at Rs 13.99 lakh, Smart Pro MT at Rs 14.99 lakh and Smart Pro CVT at Rs 16.29 lakh, while the Sharp Pro MT costs Rs 16.79 lakh, Sharp Pro CVT Rs 18.09 lakh and the top-spec Savvy Pro CVT is priced at Rs 18.99 lakh, all ex-showroom. Meanwhile, the 2026 MG Hector Plus range starts with the Sharp Pro MT at Rs 17.29 lakh, followed by the Sharp Pro CVT at Rs 18.59 lakh, and tops out with the Savvy Pro CVT at Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom).