Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Dzire and the MG Hector side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is available at ₹625,600, while the MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with a 1197 CC unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 66 kW / 81.58 Ps @5700 RPM and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Dzire versus 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 CC | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Z12E | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l CNG: 55 l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 66 kW / 81.58 Ps @5700 RPM | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 111.7 Nm @4300 rpm | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 382 l | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1375 - 1435 kg | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 - 1025 kg | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm Width: 1735 mm Height: 1525 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog Speedometer with Multi-Information Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker Audio System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger (Wiper not available) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 (Alloy) 165/80 R14 (Steel) | 215/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy or Steel | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Gallant RedAlluring BlueNutmeg Brown #756865 Pearl Arctic WhiteSplendid SilverMagma GreyBluish Black | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
