MG has launched the 2026 Hector facelift in India with prices starting at ₹11.99 lakh, ex-showroom. This makes the updated model cheaper at the entry point than the outgoing version. Alongside the five-seat Hector, MG has also announced prices for the Hector Plus, which now starts at ₹17.29 lakh. For now, the company has revealed prices only for petrol variants. The facelift continues to sit in the midsize SUV segment and focuses on refreshed styling, interior updates, and added tech rather than mechanical changes. The updated range spans multiple trims and manual and CVT options, giving buyers a wide spread in pricing.
Below are the prices of the 2026 MG Hector Petrol (ex-showroom):
| Variant | Hector | Hector Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Style MT | ₹11.99 lakh | – |
| Select Pro MT | ₹13.99 lakh | – |
| Smart Pro MT | ₹14.99 lakh | – |
| Smart Pro CVT | ₹16.29 lakh | – |
| Sharp Pro MT | ₹16.79 lakh | ₹17.29 lakh |
| Sharp Pro CVT | ₹18.09 lakh | ₹18.59 lakh |
| Savvy Pro CVT | ₹18.99 lakh | ₹19.49 lakh |
Exterior Tweaks Keep The Familiar Shape Intact
The 2026 Hector facelift retains the same overall silhouette but introduces visible changes at the front. The large grille remains, though it now uses a honeycomb-style pattern instead of the earlier diamond design. The front air dam has also been reworked for a cleaner look.
MG has fitted redesigned alloy wheels, while the split headlamp setup and connected LED tail-lamps continue unchanged. Two new exterior colours, Celadon Blue and Pearl White, join the existing palette of Aurora Silver, Starry Black and Glaze Red, taking the total to five options in India. These updates give the Hector a refreshed appearance without altering its proportions.
Interior Updates Focus On Tech & Ambience
Inside, the facelift introduces a revised interior colour theme that aims to feel lighter and more contemporary. The highlight remains the large portrait-style 14-inch touchscreen, which now supports iSwipe gesture controls. With this system, occupants can adjust climate settings using two fingers and control audio with three-finger gestures. MG has also upgraded the infotainment hardware, with system memory now offering up to 10 GB of VRAM-equivalent for smoother operation.
Other features continue from the earlier model, including a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, powered seats, wireless connectivity, and advanced safety systems such as Level 2 ADAS and a 360-degree camera on higher trims.
Powertrains Remain Unchanged Under The Skin
Mechanically, the 2026 Hector facelift carries over the existing engine options. Petrol variants use a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine producing 143 HP and 250 NM of torque. Buyers can choose between a 6-speed manual gearbox and a CVT. The diesel option continues with a 2.0-litre engine delivering 170 HP and 350 NM, paired only with a 6-speed manual transmission. While diesel prices have not yet been announced for the facelift, the unchanged powertrain strategy suggests MG is prioritising refinement and feature upgrades rather than performance changes.
Verdict
With a lower starting price and visible updates inside and out, the 2026 MG Hector facelift reshapes the value equation in the midsize SUV segment. The refreshed styling, new gesture-based infotainment controls, and expanded colour options add freshness to a familiar package. At the same time, the unchanged engines ensure predictable ownership for existing MG buyers. The broad price spread between ₹11.99 lakh and ₹19.49 lakh for petrol variants allows the Hector and Hector Plus to cater to a wide bracket of customers as competition in the segment continues to intensify.
