Comparing the Tata Nexon 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 Nexon is available at ₹800,000, while the MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the Tata Nexon comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon 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 | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 17.4 kmpl | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / AMT / DCT | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 382 L | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 208 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1295 kg | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Up to 8-speaker Harman system | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector + LED DRLs | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED signature | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 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 | 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 | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
