After a new trim addition in the Astor trim, speculation for Hector was also running around. When A document from Delhi RTO suggested the addition of the EX variant in Hector and Hector plus models, just like the Astor Petrol-MT variant in Hector, some crucial safety features can be missing from this new variant.
Also read: All New EX Variants of Astor Introduced by MG
MG is now selling the safety kit with the standard variant of Astor. Unlike the Astor in the Hector and Hector plus the EX, the variant will be limited to only sharp trims. Current prices of MG Hector range from Rs. 18.5 lakh to Rs 20.25 lakh for the top variant Hector Plus Sharp AT 6-seater. With the addition of the EX variant, starting range of Hector is expected to be more reasonable. The deleted safety features might include electronic stability control (ESC), tractional control and hill hold control. The reason behind adding a new EX variant in the Astor and Hector trim can be a semiconductor shortage. However, standard variants of Hector should be available alongside the addition of EX, just like with the Astor.
About MG Hector
The Hector was first launched in June 2019 as the first product of the company in India. The MG Hector gets the power from the Fiat-sourced 2.0-litre diesel and in-house developed 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol unit. It comes with 6-speed manual gearbox as standard along with the dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) as optional on the petrol model. The diesel engine generates an output of 170 PS of power and 350 Nm of torque. The petrol unit produces 143 PS of power and 250 Nm of torque. This SUV with a standard five-seat configuration, while Hector Plus comes with captain seats in the middle row and a third row offering a 6-seater layout.
