JSW MG Motor India has launched the facelifted avatar of the Hector SUV in India at a starting price of Rs 11.99 lakh, ex-showroom. The Hector has been on sale in India since 2019, taking on rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Harrier, Mahindra XUV700, Toyota Innova, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. The SUV was due for a mild refresh, which has finally been introduced. And, here are the top changes that it gets.
2026 MG Hector Facelift: Design
The 2026 MG Hector features the new Aura Hex Radiator grille with a bold hexagonal structure that symbolises strength and precision. Adding to its road presence are the new Aura Sculpt bumpers at the front and rear. The SUV also sports the dynamic Aura Bolt alloy wheels. Moreover, there are two new exterior colour options - Celadon Blue and Pearl White.
2026 MG Hector Facelift: Interior
The interiors of the facelifted MG Hector now offer two new colour themes- Dual Tone Urban Tan for the 6 and 7-seater variants, and Dual Tone Ice Grey for the 5-seater variant, featuring a sleek black-and-grey palette. The theme and interiors are further elevated with Hydra Gloss Finish Accents, with hydrophobic black-blue inserts.
Complementing this elevated design are fabric inserts on the seats and Leather Pack: dashboard, doors and console, front ventilated seats, telescopic & tilt, adjustable steering, and 6-way power adjustable driver seat.
2026 MG Hector Facelift: Touchscreen & Features
The infotainment screen on the Hector facelift is unchanged in terms of its size. It still measures 14 inches, but has received a performance boost through Smart Boost technology, offering faster and seamless interface.
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Adding to this is the all-new and first-in-segment i-SWIPE Touch Gesture Control, enabling intuitive multi-touch operations such as two- and three-finger swipes for AC, music, and navigation.
The innovative Digital Key and Key Sharing capability, along with predictive maintenance alerts, a first in the segment, remote AC control, offers enhanced convenience. This smartphone-like interaction elevates convenience and driving pleasure. The full digital cluster with a 17.78 cm embedded LCD screen provides a modern and intuitive driver interface.
2026 MG Hector Facelift: Specs
Currently, the MG Hector facelift is available exclusively with the 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine pushing out 143 Hp of peak power and 250 Nm of max torque. It is available with two transmission choices - 6-speed MT and CVT. However, the diesel variants will be introduced in early 2026.
2026 MG Hector Facelift: Warranty & Ownership Plans
The Hector can also be purchased at 100% on-road price funding with a tenure up to 84 months / 7years. Additionally, customers can also avail 100% funding support on the accessories of the new SUV.
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Besides, there is a unique car ownership program, "MG SHIELD," offering after-sales service options. Customers will also benefit from the standard 3+3+3 package, including a three-year warranty with unlimited kilometers, three years of Roadside Assistance, and three labour-free periodic services. The owners of the facelifted Hector can also customize their coverage by extending the warranty or roadside assistance or opting for the Protect plans, the company's pre-paid maintenance packages for added peace of mind and a stress-free ownership experience.