JSW MG Motor India has launched the MG Hector Tomahawk in India with both EV and plug in hybrid electric vehicle powertrains. The MG Hector Tomahawk EV starts at an introductory price of ₹13.99 lakh under the Battery as a Service model with a battery rental charge of ₹4.90 per km. The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV starts at ₹21.79 lakh with a battery rental charge of ₹3.20 per km.
The MG Hector Tomahawk is the first SUV based on MGs new ADAPT platform. The platform was unveiled last month as a Multi New Energy Vehicle platform. It supports EV and PHEV powertrains along with hybrid electric and range extender electric vehicle capabilities. The MG Hector Tomahawk is also the second new MG product launched in India this year after the MG Majestor.
MG Hector Tomahawk – Exterior Design
The MG Hector Tomahawk gets a bold design with a large stance and a long wheelbase. It measures 4745 mm in length and 1850 mm in width with a height of 1770 mm. The 2810 mm wheelbase helps create a spacious cabin while the 230 mm ground clearance at the battery adds to its SUV credentials.
The design features sculpted bumpers and signature Beacon Lights along with an illuminated MG logo. The SUV also gets Rotor alloy wheels and strong character lines. An automatic power tailgate is also available.
The EV and PHEV versions share the same overall design language. The PHEV gets subtle visual changes to distinguish it from the EV. The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is available with 18 inch alloy wheels and comes in colours including Pearl White, Starry Black, Aurora Silver and Celadon Blue.
MG Hector Tomahawk – Interior Design and Features
The cabin of the MG Hector Tomahawk gets a premium layout with a Desert Squadron interior theme. It combines Almond Brown and Carbon Black finishes with leatherette upholstery. The SUV gets front ventilated seats along with a six way power adjustable driver seat and a four way powered co driver seat.
The MG Hector Tomahawk gets a 15.6 inch HD display which is claimed to be the largest in its segment. It also gets an 8.8 inch driver display and a 10 speaker Infinity audio system. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, 360 degree camera and 256 colour ambient lighting.
The SUV is available in five and seven seat layouts for the EV while the PHEV is offered only with seven seats. The second row gets a 60:40 split along with slide and recline functions. The seven seater also gets a tip and tumble function for access to the third row. The five seater offers up to 610 litres of boot space.
MG Hector Tomahawk – Powertrain
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV uses a 69.2 kWh battery paired with a permanent magnet synchronous motor. The motor produces 201 hp and 310 Nm. MG claims a range of 517 km on a single charge. The battery supports DC fast charging at up to 90 kW.
The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV combines a 1.5 litre petrol engine with a dedicated hybrid transmission and a 20.5 kWh battery. The system offers more than 115 km of pure electric range. The electric motor produces 199 hp and allows the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around nine seconds.
The PHEV can operate in pure electric mode along with series hybrid mode and parallel hybrid mode and engine direct drive. MG claims a combined range of more than 1100 km with a full tank and full charge.
MG Hector Tomahawk – Safety Features
Safety equipment includes six airbags as standard along with ESP and traction control. The SUV also gets ABS with EBD and brake assist along with hill hold control and tyre pressure monitoring.
The MG Hector Tomahawk also gets a 360 degree camera with wheel view and front and rear parking sensors. Level 2 ADAS features include adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist along with lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking.
The EV gets a 69.2 kWh MAGIC battery with multiple safety measures. MG is also offering a lifetime battery warranty for the first owner of both the EV and PHEV.
MG Hector Tomahawk – Pricing and Variants
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV starts at ₹19.49 lakh for full vehicle ownership. Prices go up to ₹23.49 lakh depending on the variant. The EV is offered in Excite 7S and Exclusive 7S along with Essence 5S and Essence 7S variants.
The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV starts at ₹25.69 lakh and goes up to ₹27.79 lakh. The introductory BaaS price starts at ₹21.79 lakh with a battery rental charge of ₹3.20 per km.
The EV BaaS price starts at ₹13.99 lakh with a battery rental charge of ₹4.90 per km for a limited number of bookings.
MG Hector Tomahawk – Market Positioning and Rivals
Bookings for the MG Hector Tomahawk are now open across MG dealerships in India and through the company website. EV deliveries will begin in September 2026 while PHEV test drives and deliveries will start in November 2026.
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV will compete with seven seat electric SUVs such as the Mahindra XEV 9s and Kia Carens Clavis EV. The PHEV does not have a direct rival in its segment due to its plug in hybrid powertrain. It will instead compete with premium mid size seven seat SUVs such as the Mahindra XUV7XO, Toyota Innova Hycross and the Tata Safari.
The biggest difference is the powertrain choice. The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV can offer electric driving for daily use while retaining a petrol engine for longer journeys. This gives MG a new way to position the Hector Tomahawk in the growing premium SUV market.