Comparing the Tata Altroz and the MG Hector side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Tata Altroz is available at ₹689,000, while the MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 86 PS @ 6000 rpm and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18 – 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz versus 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector. 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 | — |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | FWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed DCA | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 18 – 19 kmpl | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 86 PS @ 6000 rpm | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / DCA | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 Litres | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1036–1150 kg | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm × 1755 mm × 1523 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Remote | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual / Fully Automatic | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen by Harman | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Leatherette | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 to 8 Speakers | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Front + Rear | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector / LED | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable / Foldable | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14, 185/60 R16 | 215/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Standard, up to 6 | 6 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 | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Arcade Grey, Avenue White, Downtown Red, Opera Blue, Harbour Blue, High Street Gold, Cosmo Dark | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |








