The first-ever launch of British automaker Morris Garage in India – MG Hector has a lot to offer, froma 1451cc engine to 6-speed dual-clutch transmission. But what really caught our attention was theinterior of this amazingly crafted 5-seater compact SUV and some features that are still unseen in the Indian market.
MG Hector has a very clean interior design, which is also very unique to it. First and foremost, all ofthe new MG Hector cars come with an unprecedented vertically oriented, 10.4 inch touchscreeninfotainment system. This means that there’s no button cluttering in the dashboard. All the buttonshave been shifted to the steering wheel, where everything is at your fingertips, quite literally.
If you think you have seen feature-full cars on Indian roads, then wait till we finish. To start with – the infotainment system supports 360 degree camera feed, voice command, Android Auto, AppleCarPlay, inbuilt navigation, as well as the iSMART app that enables you to control comfort featuresof your car through your Smartphone.
The leather upholstery and plastics used in the dashboard are of the highest quality and makers have added extra comfort for the driver’sseat,making it 6 way adjustable. The TFT display is a wide 7 inch one with analog speedometer. MGHector also comes with a segment-first tire pressure monitoring feature that is available on theinfotainment system.
Talking about seating and passenger comfort, space is no concern in this all-black interior SUV. In the rear seat, there’s enough knee room and cabin space forreasonably taller people to fit in. There are rear AC vents for convenience. Both ends of the rear seatoffer recline feature. The floor in the rear legroom is completely flat, there’s no transmission tunnel,which makes it a very comfortable 5-seater.
And how about that extra pair of shoes, you thought to might need and that dress for theparty you may be called to and those gears you may need if you go trekking – load as much you like. The boot space is of massive 587Litres.
The panoramic sunroof in the MG Hector makes the cabin space look very airy and spacious. NewMG cars also come with the premium Harman Infinity Audio System with four speakers, fourtweeters and subwoofer.
Safety features in the MG Hector include six airbags, electronic stability program, front parkingsensors, hill hold assist, traction control and ABS with EBD. The gearbox is 6-speed.
MG Hector price starts from a very affordable RS12.74 lakh and goes up to Rs13.54 lakh.MG Hector (6-seater), which has recently been launched, with captain seats in the middle row withfoldable armrest, also starts at Rs12.73 lakh. It has features similar to the normal Hector but islonger and therefore has some design updates. The middle row with captain seats has leatheretteupholstery with contrast stitching, and offer to slide and recline too.
All in all, MG Hector is sure to race ahead in the segment run.
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