MG Hector - The internet car everyone is talking about

 

Since its entry into the Indian auto industry, MG Motor India, has created unique offerings that have on the whole led to the growth of the industry. One such offering is the brand’s first launch - the internet car - MG Hector. It has been in the news for its amazing performance, looks, safety features and a lot more and in February 2020, MG Hector crossed 50,000 booking mark with sales over 20,000 units. This is no small feat.

 

The credit can be given to MG Hector’s design philosophy. The company has invested time and efforts in understanding the India terrain, its target audience, their needs and desires and the weather conditions and with these insights sketched the perfect car which is infused with power and dance. The power is showcased in MG Hector’s performance and signature boldness on its exterior whereas the smooth curves and the classy elegance of the interiors showcase the dance philosophy. The designs represent geometrical shapes that are inspired by artistic movements.

Both of them come together to create a beautiful flow and rhythm that has not been seen in any other car in the segment.

 

Given the technology-savvy audience, the MG Hector has been powered by the most advanced and innovative technologies to create an experience like never before. The I-Smart technology makes MG Hector offer a seamless, always on, always connected experience to its riders. With a flawless combination of hardware, software, services and applications, MG Hector makes your ride easy, smooth and smart. The I-Smart technology enables MG Hector to come with 50+ connected car features. These include: OTA (over-the-air) updates, remote vehicle control, voice assistant, pre-loaded entertainment content, e-call, geo-fencing, smart drive, find my car and a lot more.

 

While designing the car, the team at MG Motor made safety a priority. It is at the foundation of MG Hector. An equal amount of importance has been given to design and deploy safety features for both the driver and his co-passengers. The MG Hector comes equipped with safety features like 6 airbags, electronic stability program and traction control system, rear-disc brakes, hill-hold control, 360 degree camera view, electric parking brake, front parking sensors and a lot more.

 

While the MG Hector is already getting phenomenal reviews, MG Motor is taking this a notch higher with the soon to be launched - MG Hector Plus. The new MG Hector Plus will come in both 6 and 7 seater offerings. While it will take the legacy of brand Hector forward, it will create a unique place for itself in the market with revamped features and design - customisable seating, premium appearance and a lot more to offer more spacious and comfortable in-car experience.

 

The more respected and credible auto journalists and reviewers have expressed their thoughts about the MG Hector. A look at some of them…

 

l  Autocar India: “The MG Hector is incredible value, right from the word go. Its sheer size, long list of features, and massive cabin and boot allow it to punch not one but two segments above its weight. Features like the touchscreen and sunroof – the biggest available on any car – are constant reminders that you’re getting your money’s worth. Any doubts about the long-term reliability of what is still an unknown product are taken care of by a five-year warranty and a brand-new dealer network. If a spacious and comfortable cabin is your main priority then, quite frankly, the Hector is the best option for the money”

 

l  Overdrive: “Calling the MG Hector unique looking would be a massive understatement! It certainly stands out with its really high-standing hood, and old-school SUV silhouette, even with the pinched kink in the window line. The sheer face of the grille, split LED DRLs/headlight clusters and vast areas of brightwork help, with only the 17-inch wheels failing to fill out the squared off wheel arches, and resulting in comparisons being drawn to an MPV. There's no way you're forgetting the 'Internet car' title from behind the steering wheel either, with full digital instrumentation ahead of you, and a 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system immediately being differentiators, it's the largest touchscreen in the country! Both of which are segment firsts, by the way. Starting with the most impressive powertrain in the MG Hector, the petrol hybrid. Despite its capacity, the motor shows a likeable eagerness to build speed. It's a torquey engine, and doesn't seem underpowered even if you stick it in a higher gear than necessary. You do get the distinct impression of the mild hybrid system helping out, from low revs to just short of 3,000rpm, with torque from the engine peaking at 3,600rpm. Which also seems to be the ideal shift point to make quick progress. The six-speed has fairly long throws, but each gear slots in with a nice, positive feel. MG Hector offers a lot of SUV, and a lot of segment firsts to keep even the most feature-hungry of customers happy.”

 

l  The Financial Express: “It is genuinely an impressive SUV and has been packaged very well and as a result of that, you get features more than any other SUV in its segment. You get a striking design and not to forget the internet connectivity options which again is a first and hence, the Hector is a strong package in all aspects.”