Comparing the MG Hector and the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis is priced at ₹534,999. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ignis's 1,197 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 81.80bhp@6000rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector versus 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 1,197 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 | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 20.89 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 81.80bhp@6000rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key Start / Push Button Start |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 113Nm@4200rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 840 - 865 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3700 1690 1595 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2435 |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic (select variants) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front USB Port |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 175/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual Front Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | — |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Nexa BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
