JSW MG Motor India unveiled its NEV platform final month, and now the carmaker has given us a glimpse of what its first product based mostly on it, the upcoming Hector Hawk and Hector Hawk EV, might be like in a video teaser. With an unveil slated for August 26, right here’s what we all know to this point, and what the video reveals:
What Can Be Seen?
Exterior
Trying on the teaser intimately, we will see that it has some notable and important design modifications in comparison with the Wuling Starlight 560, which it is going to be closely based mostly on. As reported earlier, this SUV for India will be called the MG Hector Hawk. Within the teaser, the automotive’s entrance finish seems to have minor modifications, together with a reworked bumper with squared-off components slightly below the LED headlamps and a brand new grille with a knurled texture.
In the direction of the aspect, it is going to have a standard and boxy profile, with touches like black roof rails, a sharkfin antenna, and blacked-out A-, B- and C-pillars with the latter additionally that includes a novel decal.
Particular to India may also be these snazzy five-spoke dual-tone alloy wheels and crimson brake callipers for a sporty look.
Within the latter a part of the teaser, we see that the rear-end will function a very totally different look in comparison with the Starlight 560, with massive, boxy LED taillamps and a crimson strip on the bumper. It’s also probably that the plug-in hybrid and totally electrical variants could function totally different styling cues.
Inside
This teaser additionally provides us a peek on the inside, and confirms that it is going to be provided with a three-row structure and beige-coloured seat upholstery for a vibrant and ethereal cabin really feel.
Options & Security
Whereas the Indian function record is underneath wraps, worldwide variations of the Hector Hawk twins come geared up with options like a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, wi-fi telephone charger, computerized local weather management, 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, powered and ventilated entrance seats and a powered tailgate.
The Starlight 560 is supplied with security tech akin to a number of airbags, Degree 2 ADAS, digital stability management (ESC), tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS), all-wheel disc brakes, entrance and rear parking sensors and hill maintain help (HHA).
Powertrain Choices
The Hector Hawk twins might be underpinned by MG’s new ADAPT platform, which is prone to spawn petrol (ICE-only), plug-in hybrid, range-extender hybrid, strong-hybrid, and EV powertrains. Listed below are the worldwide model’s specs:
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Turbo-petrol |
Plug-in Hybrid |
EV |
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Engine |
1.5-litre turbo-petrol |
Engine |
1.5-litre naturally aspirated (N/A) petrol with plug-in hybrid |
Battery Pack |
69.2 kWh |
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Energy |
177 PS |
Battery pack |
20.5 kWh |
No. of electrical motor(s) |
1 |
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Torque |
260 Nm |
Energy |
197 PS |
Energy |
204 PS |
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Transmission |
6-speed MT/ CVT* |
Torque |
230 Nm |
Torque |
310 Nm |
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Transmission |
DHT* |
Claimed vary (CLTC) |
530 km |
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CVT- Constantly Variable Transmission (computerized), DHT- Devoted Hybrid Transmission, MT- Guide Transmission
Anticipated Value & Rivals
Relying on the powertrain, you possibly can count on the Hector Hawk to be priced between Rs 15 lakh and Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom).
The MG Hector Hawk’s Hybrid model will compete with crossovers just like the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Maruti Suzuki Victoris. It may also be a substitute for typical SUVs just like the Mahindra XUV 7XO, Jeep Meridian and the Tata Harrier.
The Hector Hawk EV will go up in opposition to vehicles just like the Tata Harrier EV, Mahindra XEV 9S, and the upcoming Tata Safari EV.
CarDekho Says…
JSW MG Motor India has all the time been a pioneer of latest applied sciences in every section it enters, and it’s focusing on the midsize SUV section as soon as extra with powertrain choices by no means seen earlier than on mass market vehicles. This teaser additionally reveals us that particular efforts have been put in for India-specific modifications and that it’s in no temper to again down even within the face of newer and more durable competitors. All of those make us excited, as we eagerly await the eSUV’s unveil later this month, and until then keep tuned to CarDekho for the newest developments!
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