Comparing the MG Hector and the Tata Punch 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 Punch is priced at ₹564,990. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Punch's 1199 cc, producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector versus 20 kmpl for the Tata Punch. 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 | — | 12V Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free starter unit |
| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | 1199 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 Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 587 Litres | 366 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 193 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 1000 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 3876, 1742, 1615 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2445 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking with flip key or wearable smart key configurations |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Fully Automatic Climate Control with 'Xpress Cool' function |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 4-inch LCD digital driver display cluster up to a 7-inch semi-digital color TFT console on top tiers |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Available standard on mid-to-high trims |
| Infotainment System | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch or an upgraded premium 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Passive smart key proximity sensor with Engine |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down toggle switch |
| Push Start | Yes | Start/Stop push button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Premium fabric seats matching variant-specific interior persona layouts |
| Sound System | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers | 6-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection |
| USB Ports | Yes | Primary Type-A media port along with a 12V auxiliary outlet, while the rear console features a high-output fast-charging USB Type-C port |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard front and rear bumpers accented with Granite Black rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED side indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear Windscreen Smart Wiper, Wash, and Defogger layout equipped |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps with signature geometric styling lines |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 R17 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard outboard rear seat provisions included |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-Degree Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyBengal RougeCoorg CloudsCaramelCyantafic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
