Maruti Grand Vitara vs MG Hector
Should you buy Maruti Grand Vitara 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. Maruti Grand Vitara price starts at Rs 11.19 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol) and MG Hector price starts Rs 14 Lakh ex-showroom for Style (Petrol). Grand Vitara has 1490 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Hector has 1956 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Grand Vitara has a mileage of 27.97 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Hector has a mileage of 15.58 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Grand Vitara Vs Hector
| Key Highlights | Maruti Grand Vitara | MG Hector |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.23,16,681* | Rs.26,37,556* |
| Mileage (city) | 25.45 kmpl | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1490 | 1451 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Maruti Grand Vitara vs MG Hector comparison
- Maruti Grand Vitara
- Alpha (Petrol) 15.76 Lakh*
- Alpha AT (Petrol) 17.16 Lakh*
- Alpha AT DT (Petrol) 17.07 Lakh*
- Alpha AWD (Petrol) 17.02 Lakh*
- Alpha AWD DT (Petrol) 17.17 Lakh*
- Alpha DT (Petrol) 15.67 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 19.99 Lakh*
- Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT DT (Petrol) 20.09 Lakh*
- Delta (Petrol) 12.30 Lakh*
- Delta AT (Petrol) 13.70 Lakh*
- Top SellingSigma (Petrol) 11.19 Lakh*
- Zeta (Petrol) 14.26 Lakh*
- Zeta AT (Petrol) 15.66 Lakh*
- Zeta Plus Hybrid CVT (Petrol) 18.58 Lakh*
- Zeta Plus Hybrid CVT DT (Petrol) 18.59 Lakh*
- Top SellingDelta CNG (CNG) 13.25 Lakh*
- Zeta CNG (CNG) 15.21 Lakh*
Rs20.09 Lakh *VS - MG Hector
- Shine Pro Diesel (Diesel) 18.58 Lakh*
- Select Pro Diesel (Diesel) 19.62 Lakh*
- Smart Pro Diesel (Diesel) 20.61 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro Diesel (Diesel) 22.25 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition Diesel (Diesel) 22.45 Lakh*
- BlackStorm Diesel (Diesel) 22.57 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM Diesel (Diesel) 22.57 Lakh*
- Style (Petrol) 14 Lakh*
- Shine Pro (Petrol) 16.74 Lakh*
- Shine Pro CVT (Petrol) 17.72 Lakh*
- Top SellingSelect Pro (Petrol) 18.08 Lakh*
- Smart Pro (Petrol) 19.06 Lakh*
- Select Pro CVT (Petrol) 19.34 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro (Petrol) 20.61 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro CVT (Petrol) 21.82 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition CVT (Petrol) 22.02 Lakh*
- BlackStorm CVT (Petrol) 22.14 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM CVT (Petrol) 22.14 Lakh*
- Savvy Pro CVT (Petrol) 22.89 Lakh*
Rs22.89 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.23,16,681* | Rs.26,37,556* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.44,088/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.50,198/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.86,691 | Rs.96,988 |
| User Rating | Based on 555 Reviews | Based on 320 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | Rs.5,130.8 | - |
| Brochure |
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✕ | M15D With Strong Hybrid | 1.5 L Turbocharged Intercooled |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1490 | 1451 |
| 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.✕ | 33 Cylinder Cars | 44 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.✕ | 91.18bhp@5500rpm | 141.04bhp@5000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | 25.45 | - |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 21.97 | - |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 27.97 | 12.34 |
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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.✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| 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.✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | 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.✕ | 4345 | 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✕ | 1795 | 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✕ | 1645 | 1760 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | 210 | - |
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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 |
| 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.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | 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 |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Arctic White Opulent Red Opulent Red With Black Roof Chestnut Brown Splendid Silver With Black Roof +5 MoreGrand Vitara Colours | Havana Grey Candy White With Starry Black Starry Black Aurora Silver Glaze Red +2 MoreHector Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll 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 | 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 |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | - | 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 |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Maruti Grand Vitara
- Gets an upright SUV stance
- LED light details help it look modern and premium
- Strong Hybrid variant claims a high efficiency of 27.97kmpl
- Fit, finish and quality of interiors are impressive. Certainly the best from Maruti yet.
- Comes loaded with premium feature like ventilated seats, heads-up display, digital instrument cluster, 360 degree camera and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Powertrain options include mild-hybrid, strong-hybrid, manual and automatic transmission options and all-wheel drive.
MG Hector
- 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
Maruti Grand Vitara
- No diesel engine option
- A lot of premium features are reserved only for the Strong Hybrid variant
MG Hector
- 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
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Maruti Grand Vitara and MG Hector?
A ) Maruti Grand Vitara price starts at ₹ 11.19 Lakh & MG Hector price starts at ₹ 14 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti Grand Vitara is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Maruti Grand Vitara and MG Hector?
A ) The mileage of Grand Vitara is 27.97 kmpl & the mileage of Hector is 12.34 kmpl. Maruti Grand Vitara gives better mileage than MG Hector.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi