Comparing the MG Hector and the Tata Altroz Racer 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 Tata Altroz Racer is priced at ₹948,999. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Altroz Racer's 1199 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 120 PS @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector versus 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz Racer. 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) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 19 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 120 PS @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Smart-Key Passive Engine Push Start/Stop Button |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 345 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 1036 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2501 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric power-assisted steering with manual Tilt adjustments |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Manual day/night anti-glare interior rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Keyless remote entry with speed-sensing auto door lock capabilities |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Climate Control system featuring an integrated "Xpress Cool" rapid drop utility |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 17.78 cm (7-inch) fully digital color driver's instrumentation console display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Segment-first 3-stage front-row ventilated seats |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) high-definition touchscreen console utilizing a smooth UI skin with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart proximity key fob access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Comfort power window operation across front and rear doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated rear-facing cabin cooling ducts |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Premium full leatherette black upholstery with dual contrast racing stripes and special "Racer" headrest embossing |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | Advanced 8-Speaker surround system tuned by HARMAN |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Voice-assisted single-pane electric sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | High-output front and rear Type-A and Type-C fast-charging ports |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Multi-lingual voice recognition assistant controlling media, navigation, and sunroof configurations |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Built-in inductive smartphone wireless charging pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Sporty front and rear bumper profiles featuring specialized dual-tip exposed functional exhaust ends |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated sharp LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Sleek automatic projector LED headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors finished in high-gloss black with integrated side turn blinkers |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Integrated rear window wiper assembly with glass heating defogger grid lines |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Clear-lens split LED taillight array |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 185/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Electronic hydraulic brake actuation assist. |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Advanced Electronic Stability Control with Electronic Traction Control |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Active Hill Hold Control logic system |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard rear seat safety anchors |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-degree high-definition surround-view parking camera matrix offering a live blind-view display |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Sonar-guided reverse distance sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Intelligent real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Atomic OrangePure GreyAvenue White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
