JSW MG Motor India has introduced the Hector Tomahawk EV in the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs. 19.49 lakhs (ex-showroom). The electric SUV is also available through the company’s Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) ownership model, which brings the initial purchase price down to Rs. 13.99 lakhs, excluding the battery rental.
The Hector Tomahawk EV is available in both five- and seven-seat configurations and uses a 69.2kWh battery pack. MG claims a MIDC range of 517km. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in September.
The SUV is the first MG model in India to use the company’s ADAPT architecture and will compete primarily with electric SUVs offering three-row seating, including the Mahindra XEV 9S and Kia Carens Clavis EV.
The Hector Tomahawk EV is priced between Rs. 19.49 lakhs and Rs. 23.49 lakhs (ex-showroom). The five-seat version is offered exclusively in the top-spec Essence trim, while the seven-seat configuration can be purchased in Excite, Exclusive and Essence variants.
Under the BaaS programme, the Hector Tomahawk EV has an introductory starting price of Rs. 13.99 lakhs. Customers choosing this option pay a separate battery usage fee of Rs. 4.90 per kilometre. MG says these introductory prices are available only for a limited number of units, while variant-specific BaaS pricing has not been announced.
The Hector Tomahawk EV gets a closed-off front fascia, reflecting its electric powertrain. LED projector headlamps and daytime running lights are positioned around an illuminated MG badge.
The SUV rides on 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and features roof rails, black body cladding and an electrically operated tailgate. At the rear, wraparound LED tail-lamps and a sculpted bumper distinguish the EV.
Measuring 4745 mm in length, 1850 mm in width and 1770 mm in height, the SUV has a wheelbase of 2810 mm and 230 mm of ground clearance.
Boot capacity varies depending on the seating configuration. The five-seat version offers 610 litres, while the seven-seat model provides 192 litres with all three rows occupied. Folding the third row increases capacity to 528 litres.
The cabin features a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system paired with an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging and gesture controls are among the technology features.
Other equipment includes a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, multi-colour ambient lighting, a 10-speaker Infinity audio system, rear window sunshades and a powered tailgate. The driver’s seat gets memory functionality along with automatic retract functionality.
MG has also included several cabin-oriented modes, including Camp, Nap, Energise, Valet, Quiet and Pro Pet modes.
Safety equipment includes six airbags as standard, along with a 360-degree camera offering additional views such as transparent-chassis and wheel-view functions.
The SUV is equipped with 11 ADAS functions and Level 2 driver-assistance capability. Features include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and prevention, and high-beam assist.
Power comes from a 69.2kWh battery connected to a front-mounted electric motor producing 204 HP and 310 Nm. MG claims a 0-100 km/hr acceleration time of 8.2 seconds and a maximum claimed range of 517 km under the MIDC testing cycle.
