MG Hector Plus [2020-2023] vs Mahindra Thar

CarWale brings you comparison of MG Hector Plus [2020-2023] and Mahindra Thar. The MG Hector Plus [2020-2023] price is Rs. 13.74 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 11.25 Lakh. The MG Hector Plus [2020-2023] is available in 1451 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Hector Plus [2020-2023] vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Hector Plus [2020-2023]	Thar
Price	Rs. 13.74 Lakh	Rs. 11.25 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1451 cc	1497 cc
Power	141 bhp	117 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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MG Hector Plus [2020-2023]

Style 1.5 Petrol

Rs. 13.74 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

Rs. 11.25 Lakh

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MG Hector Plus [2020-2023]

Style 1.5 Petrol

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		14.3
Engine	1451 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled	D117 CRDe
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	141 bhp @ 5000 rpm	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	250 Nm @ 1600 rpm	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS 6	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
4720 3985
Width (mm)
1835 1820
Height (mm)
1760 1850
Wheelbase (mm)
2750 2450
Ground Clearance (mm)
192 226
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
5 3
Seating Capacity (Person)
6 4
No of Rows (Rows)
3 2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
60 45

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Macpherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Semi Independent Helical Spring Torsion Beam	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	215 / 60 R17	245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyres	215 / 60 R17	245 / 75 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating		4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock		Centre

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Remote Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Vents Behind Front Armrest
Third Row AC Zone	Vents on Side Panels, Common Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Visual display
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets	1	1

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Vinyl
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Captain Seats	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Black
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Partial
Split Rear Seat		50:50 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front & Rear Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs		Optional
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Black
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Black
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal

Exterior
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit
Cladding - Black/Grey Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub-strips
Silver

Lighting

Headlights	Halogen Projector	Halogen
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	Halogen
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Centre
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Display	Digital Display
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	4
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)
5 3
Warranty (In Kilometres)
Unlimited Unlimited

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Expert's Opinion

Expert Review Videos

MG Hector Plus | Comfortable, Feature-rich 6 Seater SUV That's Great For Your Dog | CarWale

Mahindra Thar Diesel Mileage Tested | Real World Fuel Average and Efficiency Review Video | CarWale

Colours

		Stealth Black
		Red Rage

User Reviews

Overall Rating

3.5/5

11 Ratings

4.7/5

34 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.0Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.5Comfort	4.6Comfort
	4.5Performance	4.8Performance
	2.5Fuel Economy	4.5Fuel Economy
	3.0Value for Money	4.7Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Good but Expensive

Price somehow is expensive for this. To get a good result in the market the company should reduce the price Although features of the car are fabulous and the car is spacious enough overall good

Thar Review

1. My Buying experience is shameless. 2. One of the best Riding Experiences I ever had. 3. Look of That Is good that everyone knows. 4. Service is Good. 5. Pros: Trending, Have Respect, Comfortable, 4*4 Wheeler. Cons: Overhyped, Mileage is not good, Manual on the price we can expect semi-automatic.

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Length (mm)	4720	3985
Width (mm)	1835	1820
Height (mm)	1760	1850
Wheelbase (mm)	2750	2450
Ground Clearance (mm)	192	226

Doors (Doors)	5	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	6	4
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60	45

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub-strips	Silver

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)		Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	5	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited