MG Hector Plus To Launch In India In July 2020: Will Rival The Toyota Innova Crysta

The Hector Plus is a three-row variant of the standard SUV that is currently on sale in the country. The upcoming extended SUV will the third model from MG Motors in the Indian market after the Hector SUV and the ZS EV electric-SUV. The company had showcased the Hector Plus SUV at the 2020 Auto Expo in Delhi ahead of its launch in India.

As a result, some of the changes made to the upcoming SUV have been revealed as compared to the standard model. The biggest change on the Hector Plus over the start model is the inclusion of third-row seating. It also features a 40mm increase in overall length from the standard model to accommodate third-row seating and legroom. However, the wheelbase is unchanged from the Hector.

Some of the elements that are finished in chrome on the standard Hector, features a blacked-out paint scheme on the extended-SUV. This includes gloss-black finish surrounding the LED DRLs and the front grille. Other changes on the Hector Plus include a redesigned headlamps cluster, the red reflector which connected the two tail lamps on the five-seater model has not been carried forward.

Interiors of the Hector Plus features most equipment borrowed from the standard model. This includes the dashboard layout, large touchscreen infotainment screen, instrument cluster, a panoramic sunroof and the brand's ‘iSmart' connected technology as well. The Hector Plus is expected to be offered in two seating configurations: a six-seater version with captain seats in the middle-row, and a regular seven-seater variant with a standard bench seat on the second-row.

Mechanically, the Hector Plus will remain unchanged from the standard model. It will continue to be offered with two engine options: a 1.5-litre turbo petrol unit and a 2.0-litre diesel engine. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol produces 115bhp and 250Nm of torque, while the 2.0-litre diesel churns out 173bhp and 350Nm of torque. Additionally, MG also offers the petrol engine with an optional 48V mild-hybrid system. Both engines come mated to a standard six-speed manual gearbox, with an optional seven-speed DCT offered with the petrol variants.

Once launched, the MG Hector Plus will rival the Toyota Innova Crysta in the Indian market. The Hector Plus will be priced more than the standard model because of the new seating arrangement and added features.

Thoughts About The MG Hector Plus To Launch In India In July

The launch of the Hector Plus SUV was delayed by a couple of months due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic in India. However, the company is all geared up to launch its third product in the Indian market. The standard Hector is well packed with features and smart connectivity, now with the added convenience of third-row seating, the upcoming SUV offers better practicality as well.