A new platform for a new era

The ADAPT architecture is designed to be genuinely flexible, supporting battery-electric, strong-hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and range-extender powertrains from a single base. The Hector Hawk is the proving ground for that strategy, launching first as a full EV, with a plug-in hybrid variant expected to follow later this year.

Under the skin, the Hector Hawk shares its bones with the Wuling Starlight 560 sold in overseas markets, giving MG a head start on engineering while it tailors the SUV for Indian roads, buyers, and price sensitivities.

Two powertrains, one ambitious SUV

Electric variant. The EV is expected to run on a roughly 69.2 kWh LFP battery pack — prized for its safety and long-term durability — paired with a single front-mounted motor producing somewhere in the range of 200 PS and 310 Nm of torque. Range estimates put the EV at around 530 km on a full charge, positioning it to go head-to-head with the Mahindra XEV 9S and BE 6.

Plug-in hybrid variant. Arriving later in 2026, the PHEV pairs a 1.5-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and a smaller 20.5 kWh battery. It’s expected to deliver up to 125 km of pure-electric driving, with a combined range that could stretch beyond 1,000 km — useful for buyers who want EV running for daily commutes but don’t want range anxiety on longer trips.

Both versions use a front-wheel-drive layout — a deliberate choice that sets the Hector Hawk apart mechanically from rear-wheel-drive rivals and signals MG’s focus on cabin space over outright performance.

Cabin, features, and space

As a seven-seater aimed at families, the Hector Hawk’s interior is built around practicality without skimping on tech.

• 12.8″ touchscreen infotainment
• 8.8″ digital instrument cluster
• Ventilated front seats
• Panoramic sunroof
• Level 2 ADAS suite
• 7-seat, three-row layout

Design-wise, the SUV wears a boxy, upright stance with a large blacked-out grille, LED headlamps framed by running light strips, and a sporty lower bumper with a skid plate. The EV variant gets a closed-off front grille — typical for electric models — and its own set of aero-optimised alloy wheels, distinguishing it visually from the PHEV.

Pricing and availability

Estimates ahead of launch varied fairly widely, with some reports pegging the starting price around ₹18–20 lakh and others expecting the range to stretch closer to ₹27–30 lakh depending on variant and battery configuration. MG is also expected to offer its Battery-as-a-Service programme, which could lower the effective on-road price for EV buyers.

Where it fits in the market

The Hector Hawk enters a crowded and increasingly competitive three-row SUV segment, with rivals split along powertrain lines.

It slots in above the standard Hector in MG’s India lineup, giving the brand a genuine flagship-adjacent SUV to sit alongside recent launches like the Majestor, Windsor EV, and M9.

The bigger picture

The Hector Hawk isn’t just a new SUV — it’s a statement about where JSW MG Motor is headed. With the ADAPT platform now live, MG has laid the groundwork to roll out EVs, hybrids, and range-extender vehicles faster and more efficiently across future models. If the Hector Hawk lands well with buyers, expect the platform to underpin several more launches through 2026 and 2027.

Sources & further reading

• MG Hector Tomahawk Range Launched in India: Prices Start at ₹13.99 Lakh CarWale

  Official pricing across EV and PHEV variants, trims, and V2H/V2L charging tech details.

• MG Hector Tomahawk EV launched at ₹19.49 lakh Autocar India

  ADAPT platform debut, five- and seven-seat configurations, and rival positioning.

• MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV Launched In India At ₹21.79 Lakh CarToq

  PHEV variant pricing, drive modes, and combined range breakdown.

• MG Hector Tomahawk EV Launched in India — 517km Range, 7 Seats, V2H Charging Carlelo

  Full variant-wise pricing table and battery/motor specifications.

• MG Hector Hawk — Launch Date, Price & Booking Details Carlelo

  Booking amount, pre-launch price expectations, and rival positioning.