Comparing the MG Hector and the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is priced at ₹369,899. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10's 998 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 50.4 kW@5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector versus 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. 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 car battery |
| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front‑Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 27 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5‑speed |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 24.90 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 214 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 740–757 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Collapsible/adjustable steering column |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Semi‑digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Manual adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front power windows on most trims |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric seats |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Standard halogen combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 145/80 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
