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MG Hector Tomahawk EV Debuts This Week: Range, Price, Features and More
JSW MG Motor India is set to unveil its three-row electric SUV, expected to be named MG Hector Tomahawk, on August 26. The model, the first on the company's ADAPT platform, is expected to offer a range of over 500 km and take on rivals like the Mahindra XEV 9S. Pricing is expected between Rs 20-25 lakh, with a plug-in hybrid version likely later.
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Introduction
JSW MG Motor India is set to unveil its new three-row electric SUV on August 26, marking the brand's entry into a new segment of premium electric SUVs. The upcoming model is expected to be called the MG Hector Tomahawk, although the company has yet to officially confirm the production name, as reported by India Today. The SUV will be the first MG model in India to use the company's ADAPT architecture, which has been developed to support multiple powertrain options. MG has also trademarked the Hector Tomahawk name in India, adding weight to speculation around its final identity.
Design and Platform
The production-spec SUV has been spotted completely undisguised, revealing a large and upright design aimed at maximising cabin space, according to India Today. At the front, it gets slim horizontal LED daytime running lights with the MG badge positioned between them, while the main headlamps sit lower on the bumper. The SUV features a closed-off upper section, a large lower air intake and chunky black cladding. The side profile is dominated by large alloy wheels, roof rails and conventional door handles, while the long wheelbase and extended rear overhang help accommodate the three-row seating layout.
At the rear, the SUV gets slim horizontal LED tail-lamps that stretch towards the sides, along with a large glasshouse and sizeable D-pillar.
The model is expected to share its underpinnings with the Wuling Starlight 560, which uses a 69.2kWh LFP battery pack and a front-mounted electric motor developing around 204bhp and 310Nm, as reported by India Today. The global Wuling model has a claimed CLTC range of up to 530km. MG is also expected to introduce a plug-in hybrid version of the SUV at a later stage.
Battery, Range and Performance
MG Motor India offers a single 69.2 kWh LFP pack across the Hector Tomahawk EV lineup, rated for 517 km on the MIDC cycle, as reported by Times Now. The motor makes 201 bhp and 310 Nm, with 90 kW DC fast charging taking it from 20-80% in about 35 minutes, according to both India Today and Times Now.
MG says the battery has undergone more than 2,000 bench tests and over 490 full-vehicle validation tests, and a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty is being offered to the first owner, as reported by India Today. The vehicle also has Vehicle-to-Home capability, allowing its battery to supply electricity to compatible appliances and homes.
Interior and Features
MG has confirmed that the new electric SUV will have three rows of seats, making it one of the brand's largest EVs in India, according to India Today. Earlier teasers have revealed a beige-themed cabin with a minimalist dashboard and a digital display setup.
The cabin receives a 15.6-inch HD infotainment display, an 8.8-inch driver screen, a panoramic sunroof and a 10-speaker Infinity audio system. Ventilated front seats, powered front-seat adjustment, driver-seat memory, 256-colour ambient lighting and PM2.5 filtration are also included, as reported by India Today.
Safety equipment includes Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera with wheel view, ESP, traction control, hill-hold assistance, TPMS, all-wheel disc brakes and an electronic parking brake. The five-seat version of the MG Hector Tomahawk offers up to 610 litres of luggage capacity, a figure corroborated by both India Today and Times Now.
Pricing and Positioning
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is priced from Rs 19.49 lakh to Rs 23.49 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory), with a BaaS route starting at Rs 13.99 lakh plus Rs 4.90/km in battery rental, as reported by Times Now. India Today had earlier expected the price to be between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 25 lakh.
Bookings are open, with deliveries scheduled to begin in September 2026, according to India Today. The Hector Tomahawk EV will take on rivals such as the Mahindra XEV 9S, which starts at Rs 19.95 lakh and tops out at Rs 30.90 lakh across six variants, along with upcoming models like the Kia Carens Clavis EV.
Comparison with Mahindra XEV 9S
The Hector Tomahawk EV and Mahindra XEV 9S are both three-row electric SUVs built on dedicated EV platforms — MG's ADAPT and Mahindra's INGLO, as reported by Times Now. While MG offers a single battery pack, Mahindra spreads the XEV 9S across three battery sizes (59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh), with claimed MIDC range running from 521 km up to 679 km. The XEV 9S's 70 kWh pack is rated at 241 bhp and 380 Nm, while the 79 kWh version is quoted near 282 bhp, giving Mahindra's higher trims a clear power advantage on paper.
Both vehicles offer seven-seat layouts with Level 2 ADAS, panoramic sunroofs and large multi-screen dashboards. The Hector Tomahawk EV runs a 15.6-inch touchscreen plus 8.8-inch cluster, while the Mahindra XEV 9S fits triple 12.3-inch screens and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon system.
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JSW MG Motor India is set to unveil its new three-row electric SUV on August 26.
The model is expected to be called the MG Hector Tomahawk, though the company has not officially confirmed the production name.
The new SUV will be the first MG model in India to use the company's ADAPT architecture.
MG has trademarked the Hector Tomahawk name in India.
The production-spec SUV has been spotted undisguised, revealing a large and upright design.
The SUV will have three rows of seats.
Expected features include a large touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, powered tailgate, and wireless charging.
The SUV is likely to get dual-zone automatic climate control, a 360-degree camera, and an ADAS suite.
Six airbags and an electronic parking brake are expected.
The SUV is expected to share underpinnings with the Wuling Starlight 560.
The global Wuling model has a claimed range of 530km in the CLTC cycle.
MG is expected to introduce a plug-in hybrid version of the SUV.
The Hector Tomahawk will take on rivals such as the Tata Harrier EV, Mahindra XEV 9E, and Hyundai Creta EV.
MG Hector Tomahawk EV, launched on 26 August 2026, gives Indian buyers a second full-size electric SUV option alongside the Mahindra XEV 9S
Both are three-row electric SUVs built on dedicated EV platforms (MG's ADAPT and Mahindra's INGLO)
MG Motor India offers a single 2 kWh LFP pack across the Hector Tomahawk EV lineup, rated for 517 km on the MIDC cycle
Mahindra spreads the XEV 9S across three battery sizes — 59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh — with claimed MIDC range running from 521 km up to 679 km on the largest pack
The Hector Tomahawk EV's motor makes 201 bhp and 310 Nm, with 90 kW DC fast charging taking it from 20-80% in about 35 minutes
The XEV 9S's 70 kWh pack is rated at 241 bhp and 380 Nm while the 79 kWh version is quoted near 282 bhp
MG additionally offers a 5-seat Hector Tomahawk EV variant with 610 litres of boot space
ClaimFor a limited number of bookings, MG Hector Tomahawk EV BaaS pricing starts at Rs 13.99 lakh with a battery rental charge of Rs 4.90 per kilometre.
ClaimThe MG Hector Tomahawk cabin receives a 15.6-inch HD infotainment display, an 8.8-inch driver screen, a panoramic sunroof and a 10-speaker Infinity audio system.
ClaimSafety equipment on the MG Hector Tomahawk EV includes Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera with wheel view, ESP, traction control, hill-hold assistance, TPMS, all-wheel disc brakes and an electronic parking brake.
ClaimMG Shield provides a three-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, three years of roadside assistance and two labour-free services for the Hector Tomahawk EV.
ClaimThe production-spec MG Hector Tomahawk has been spotted completely undisguised, revealing a large and upright design aimed at maximising cabin space.
ClaimExpected features of the MG Hector Tomahawk include a large touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, powered tailgate and wireless charging.
ClaimThe MG Hector Tomahawk is also likely to get dual-zone automatic climate control with dedicated vents for all three rows, a 360-degree camera and an ADAS suite.
ClaimThe MG Hector Tomahawk is expected to share its underpinnings with the Wuling Starlight 560, which uses a 69.2kWh LFP battery pack and a front-mounted electric motor developing around 204bhp and 310Nm.
ClaimThe MG Hector Tomahawk EV is priced from Rs 19.49 lakh to Rs 23.49 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory), with a BaaS route starting at Rs 13.99 lakh plus Rs 4.90/km in battery rental.
ClaimThe Mahindra XEV 9S starts at Rs 19.95 lakh and tops out at Rs 30.90 lakh (ex-showroom) across six variants, and Mahindra has since added its own BaaS scheme starting at Rs 12.65 lakh plus a rental fee.
ClaimMG Motor India offers a single 69.2 kWh LFP pack across the Hector Tomahawk EV lineup, rated for 517 km on the MIDC cycle.
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ClaimMahindra spreads the XEV 9S across three battery sizes — 59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh — with claimed MIDC range running from 521 km up to 679 km on the largest pack.
ClaimThe MG Hector Tomahawk EV runs a 15.6-inch touchscreen plus 8.8-inch cluster while the Mahindra XEV 9S fits triple 12.3-inch screens and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon system.
ClaimFamilies needing maximum range should weigh the Mahindra XEV 9S's 79 kWh option; those wanting a simpler single-spec EV with V2L/V2H support may prefer the MG Hector Tomahawk EV.