Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector
Should you buy Mahindra XUV700 or MG Hector? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mahindra XUV700 price starts at Rs 13.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX 5Str (Petrol) and MG Hector price starts Rs 13.99 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.5 Turbo Style (Petrol). XUV700 has 2198 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Hector has 1956 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the XUV700 has a mileage of 17 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Hector has a mileage of 15.58 kmpl (Diesel top model).
XUV700 Vs Hector
| Key Highlights | Mahindra XUV700 | MG Hector |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.31,96,665* | Rs.26,38,991* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 2198 | 1956 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
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Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector comparison
- Mahindra XUV700
- MX 5Str Diesel (Diesel) 14.59 Lakh*
- MX 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 14.99 Lakh*
- MX E 5Str Diesel (Diesel) 15.09 Lakh*
- MX E 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 15.49 Lakh*
- AX3 5Str Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- AX3 E 5Str Diesel (Diesel) 17.49 Lakh*
- AX5 5Str Diesel (Diesel) 18.29 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str Diesel (Diesel) 18.79 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str Diesel (Diesel) 17.49 Lakh*
- AX5 S E 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 17.99 Lakh*
- AX3 5Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.59 Lakh*
- AX5 5Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.89 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.39 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.99 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.14 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 21.99 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 23.94 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 23.79 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str Diesel (Diesel) 24.24 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 23.99 Lakh*
- AX7L Blaze Edition Diesel (Diesel) 24.24 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 24.99 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 25.99 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 25.89 Lakh*
- AX7L Blaze Edition Diesel AT (Diesel) 26.04 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 26.99 Lakh*
- MX 5Str (Petrol) 13.99 Lakh*
- MX 7Str (Petrol) 14.49 Lakh*
- MX E 5Str (Petrol) 14.49 Lakh*
- MX E 7Str (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- AX3 5Str (Petrol) 16.39 Lakh*
- AX3 E 5Str (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- AX5 5Str (Petrol) 17.69 Lakh*
- AX5 E 5Str (Petrol) 18.19 Lakh*
- AX3 5Str AT (Petrol) 17.99 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str (Petrol) 18.19 Lakh*
- AX5 E 7 Str (Petrol) 18.69 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- AX5 S E 7Str (Petrol) 17.39 Lakh*
- AX5 5Str AT (Petrol) 19.29 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str AT (Petrol) 19.79 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str AT (Petrol) 18.49 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str (Petrol) 21.54 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str (Petrol) 21.54 Lakh*
- AX7 6Str AT (Petrol) 23.24 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str AT (Petrol) 22.99 Lakh*
- AX7L Blaze Edition AT (Petrol) 25.54 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str AT (Petrol) 25.54 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str AT (Petrol) 25.39 Lakh*
Rs26.99 LakhVS - MG Hector
- 2.0 Shine Diesel (Diesel) 17.88 Lakh*
- 2.0 Select Pro Diesel (Diesel) 18.89 Lakh*
- 2.0 Smart Pro Diesel (Diesel) 20 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition Diesel (Diesel) 21.90 Lakh*
- 2.0 Sharp Pro Diesel (Diesel) 21.92 Lakh*
- BlackStorm Diesel (Diesel) 22.24 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Style (Petrol) 13.99 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Shine (Petrol) 16.16 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Shine CVT (Petrol) 17.17 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Select Pro (Petrol) 17.48 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Smart Pro (Petrol) 18.43 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Select Pro CVT (Petrol) 18.68 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Sharp Pro (Petrol) 19.90 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition CVT (Petrol) 21.20 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Sharp Pro CVT (Petrol) 21.21 Lakh*
- BlackStorm CVT (Petrol) 21.53 Lakh*
- 1.5 Turbo Savvy Pro CVT (Petrol) 22.17 Lakh*
Rs22.24 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.31,96,665* | Rs.26,38,991* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.60,838/month | Rs.50,228/month |
| Insurance | Rs.1,33,303 XUV700 Insurance | Rs.1,14,978 Hector Insurance |
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| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.7,013.4 |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | mHAWK | 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 2198 | 1956 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 4 4 Cylinder Cars | 4 4 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 182bhp@3500rpm | 227.97bhp@3750rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 16.57 | 15.58 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 60 | 60 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | McPherson Strut Independent Suspension with FSD and Stabilizer bar | Mcpherson strut + coil springs |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Multi-link Independent Suspension with FSD and Stabilizer bar | Beam assemble + coil spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | - | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4695 | 4699 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1890 | 1835 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1755 | 1760 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2750 | 2750 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | 2 Zone | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Everest White Electic Blue Dt Dazzling Silver Dt Red Rage Dt Midnight Black Dazzling Silver Electric Blue Red Rage Deep Forest Midnight Black Dt +4 MoreXUV700 Colors | Green With Black Roof Havana Grey Candy White With Starry Black Starry Black BlackStrom Aurora Silver Glaze Red Dune Brown Candy White Hector Colors |
| Body Type | SUV All SUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | - | Yes |
| Digital Car Key | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Rear Sound system speakers located at the back of the car. Usually found in the rear door panels or in the boot.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | No | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Lot of variants and powertrain options
- Very capable engine options
- AWD with diesel engine
- Ride quality is very comfortable
- Impressive infotainment experience
- Long safety list, with 7 airbags
- ADAS has been tuned for Indian road conditions
- Feels and looks premium inside and out
- Generous cabin space, comfortable for even taller passengers
- Loaded with good features like a 14-inch touchscreen, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof
- Safety kit boosted by the inclusion of ADAS
- A refined petrol engine with comfortable ride quality
Mahindra XUV700
MG Hector
- Not a fun to drive SUV
- Petrol engine gives effortless power, but not exciting
- Some quality issue in the cabin
- Strange missing features like auto-dimming IRVM
- Boot space behind 3rd row
- Its styling could seem too blingy to some buyers
- Has lost out on the mild-hybrid tech; still no diesel-auto combo
- Its electronics could have been more responsive
- Should have had better contoured seats and underthigh support at the rear
- Fuel efficiency of the petrol engine is still an issue
Mahindra XUV700
MG Hector
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Which car is cheaper between Mahindra XUV700 and MG Hector?
Mahindra XUV700 price starts at ₹ 13.99 Lakh & MG Hector price starts at ₹ 13.99 Lakh in New Delhi. MG Hector is cheaper between these two cars.
Which car has good mileage Mahindra XUV700 and MG Hector?
The mileage of XUV700 is 16.57 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Hector is 15.58 kmpl in New Delhi. Mahindra XUV700 gives better mileage than MG Hector.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi