MG Motor India has launched two new versions of the Hector lineup – Shine Pro and Select Pro – which replace the Shine and Smart trims, respectively. The Shine Pro starts at Rs 16 lakh, while the Select Pro starts at Rs 17.30 lakh (both prices ex-showroom, India). However, the most significant update is the starting price of the Hector, now reduced to Rs 14 lakh, which is Rs 95,000 less than before. This marks the second price reduction in the past six months.
The Hector Shine Pro petrol is now more affordable by up to Rs 44,000, while prices for the Select Pro petrol have increased by up to Rs 25,000 compared to the Smart trim. The new mid-spec trims come with additional features.
What's new with the MG Hector Shine Pro
It replaces the previous Shine trim but offers more equipment, including LED Daytime Running Lamps, LED projector headlights, sequential LED turn indicators, front and rear fog lights, 17-inch alloys, a 14-inch infotainment screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a single-pane sunroof, wireless charger, push-button start, a 6-speaker sound system, and cruise control. Prices for Shine Pro petrol variants are now more affordable by up to Rs 44,000 compared to the outgoing Shine petrol, while the Shine Pro diesel is Rs 20,000 more expensive than the Shine diesel.
MG Hector Select Pro
It replaces the Smart trim and sits above the Shine Pro trim. It is equipped with bigger 18-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, LED reading lights inside, connected car features, and an eight-speaker sound system with a woofer and amplifier. Prices for the Select Pro petrol variants are now higher by up to Rs 25,000 compared to the outgoing Smart petrol, while the diesel variant is Rs 20,000 more expensive.
Below is a detailed price list for the MG Hector:
- Style: Rs 13.99 lakh (Petrol-MT)
- Shine Pro: Rs 16 lakh (Petrol-MT), Rs 17 lakh (Petrol-CVT), Rs 17.70 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Select Pro: Rs 17.30 lakh (Petrol-MT), Rs 18.49 lakh (Petrol-CVT), Rs 18.70 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Smart Pro: Rs 18.24 lakh (Petrol-CVT), Rs 20 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Sharp Pro: Rs 19.70 lakh (Petrol-MT), Rs 21 lakh (Petrol-CVT), Rs 21.70 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Savvy Pro: Rs 21.95 lakh (Petrol-MT)
Updates on Hector Plus
The MG Hector Plus also receives new trims, including the Select Pro, which replaces the Smart trim. Prices have increased by Rs 25,000 for the petrol variant and Rs 20,000 for the diesel variant. The Hector Plus Select Pro petrol is now priced at Rs 18 lakh, while the diesel variant is priced at Rs 19.60 lakh. Additionally, a new entry-level Style trim is available at Rs 17 lakh, only in diesel-manual guise, reducing the price of the diesel variant by Rs 2.40 lakh.
Here's the price list for the MG Hector Plus:
- Style: Rs 17 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Select Pro: Rs 18 lakh (Petrol-MT), Rs 19.60 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Sharp Pro: Rs 20.40 lakh (Petrol-MT), Rs 21.73 lakh (Petrol-CVT), Rs 22.51 lakh (Diesel-MT)
- Savvy Pro: Rs 22.68 lakh (Petrol-CVT)
Both the MG Hector and Hector Plus are available with two engine options: a 143hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine mated to a 6-speed manual or CVT gearbox, and a 170hp, 2.0-litre diesel engine with a 6-speed manual. The MG Hector competes with models like the Tata Harrier, Jeep Compass, and 5-seater versions of the Mahindra XUV700, while the Hector Plus rivals the Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar, and 7-seater XUV700.