Comparing the MG Hector and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector versus 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter. 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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| Battery | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
