2026 MG Hector facelift launched at Rs 11.99 lakh

JSW MG Motor India has launched the 2026 Hector facelift at a starting price of Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This facelift is the third major facelift for the SUV, which was originally launched in India in 2019 and was followed by updates in 2021 and 2023. Refreshments include minor changes to the exterior design, a new cabin color option scheme and updated tech. For now, the 2026 Hector will be available only in petrol variants in 5-seater or 7-seater layouts, while diesel variants and 6-seater models will arrive in 2026.

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All prices are introductory (ex-showroom)

Starting off, the 2026 Hector gets a new grille design with new vertical louvers design and it is finished in chrome. MG calls it the new Aura Hex grille, and from the pictures it looks like people may have mixed opinions on it. The front bumper has also been redesigned, featuring a large single-piece central air vent with a silver surround. Overall, the Hector looks a little more impressive from the front.

Talking about the sides, the changes come in the form of new 16-inch Aura Bolt dual-tone alloy wheels. There has been no change in the rest of the body work. Similarly, at the rear, there is very little change in the design compared to the previous model, except for a new rear bumper. Lastly, new Celadon Blue and Pearl White paint finishes have been given.

Talking about the cabin, MG has updated the cabin color scheme for Hector. As before, the two-row and three-row variants get different color schemes, with the former getting ice gray and black upholstery and the latter getting black and tan upholstery. There has been no change in the remaining cosmetic elements.

In terms of features, the biggest change has been in the touchscreen. Although the display size remains the same at 14-inch, MG says that it now supports multi-finger swipe to control different functions inside the car. A two-finger swipe horizontally and vertically controls air-con functions, while a three-finger swipe can change the soundtrack or adjust the screen brightness. MG says the touchscreen also benefits from upgraded RAM.

The 360-degree camera function has also been updated, in which ‘Wheel View’ function is now available. Other features included in it include a 6-way powered driver seat, ventilated front seats, a digital instrument cluster, a Bluetooth key, auto headlights and wipers, ADAS and more.

Now talking about mechanics, MG has confirmed that the 2026 Hector will be powered by the same 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine as the current model, which will come with manual and automatic gearbox options. The diesel model may arrive anytime next year.

The 2026 Hector will compete with the soon to be launched Mahindra XUV 7XO, Tata Harrier and Safari and Jeep Compass.