Comparing the MG Hector and the BMW X3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the MG Hector is available at ₹1,464,000, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector versus 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
