MG Hector is a well-known premium SUV in the market and not only boasts a long list of features but in addition to this, also gets a reliable mechanical setup and an extremely attractive design language. This almost perfect balance of all the elements makes it a very strong contender in the market which takes on the rivals like the Tata Harrier and Mahindra XUV700. While the Hector is available with a number of engine and gearbox options, the brand recently confirmed the discontinuation of the MG Hector DCT variant from the line-up in India. Here are all the details that you should check about this car. But before we begin, do not forget to join our 91Wheels Telegram and 91Wheels Whatsapp groups to be a part of interesting automotive discussions.
Soon after the launch of the Hector CVT variants, we were anticipating the discontinuation of the DCT variants in India. Despite being fast and smooth with its shifts, the DCT gearbox was known to be slightly less reliable and less fuel-efficient when compared to the CVT variants. The DCT gearbox in the Hector did not prove to be a success as many of the buyers were reporting bad fuel economy figures. Along with that a lot of buyers were also reporting reliability and heating issues with the DCT models. The CVT as well as the DCT variants were available at a similar price, and offered a better driving experience, all thanks to its smoother drive and improved fuel economy.
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Having said this, the MG Hector is currently being offered with 13 different variant options that give the buyers a wide range of choices to pick from. For starters, the MG Hector is available with a 2.0 turbo diesel engine, and a 1.5-L turbo petrol engine, and a 1.5-L turbo petrol Hybrid variant. While the diesel engine is only available with a manual gearbox, the buyers of the petrol variants will be able to opt for an automatic CVT gearbox as well.
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