MG Hector vs Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015]

CarWale brings you comparison of MG Hector and Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015]. The MG Hector price is Rs. 14.00 Lakh and Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015] price is Rs. 14.43 Lakh. The MG Hector is available in 1451 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015] is available in 1582 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. Elantra [2012-2015] provides the mileage of 21.9 kmpl.

Hector vs Elantra [2012-2015] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Hector	Elantra [2012-2015]
Price	Rs. 14.00 Lakh	Rs. 14.43 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1451 cc	1582 cc
Power	141 bhp	126 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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MG Hector

Style 1.5 Turbo MT

Rs. 14.00 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015]

1.6 S MT

Rs. 14.43 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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MG Hector

Style 1.5 Turbo MT

Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015]

1.6 S MT

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Brochure
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1451 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1582 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	1.5 Turbocharged Intercooled	4 cyl , 16 Valves,DOHC with VGT
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	141 bhp @ 5000 rpm	126 bhp @ 4000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm	259 Nm @ 1900 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		21.9View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Mcpherson Strut + Coil Springs	Mc Pherson Strut Type with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam Assemble + Coil Spring	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Steel	Alloy
Front Tyres	215 / 60 R17	205 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	215 / 60 R17	205 / 60 R16

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Electronic - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Reverse Camera with Guidance
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		2

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	Driver	Driver
One Touch Up		Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Chrome
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Painted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Internal	Internal with Remote

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder	With Audio controls & Cup holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator		Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Aurora Silver	Phantom Black
	Candy White	Twilight Blue
		Maharajah Red
		Bronze
		Sleek Silver
		Coral White

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Elantra [2012-2015] comparison with similar cars

Hector vs Elantra [2012-2015] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between MG Hector and Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015]?

MG Hector price is Rs. 14.00 Lakh and Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015] price is Rs. 14.43 Lakh. Hence MG Hector is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Hector compared to Elantra [2012-2015]?

For the Style 1.5 Turbo MT variant, 1451 cc Petrol engine of Hector produces 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm of power and 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm of torque. For the 1.6 S MT variant, 1582 cc Diesel engine of Elantra [2012-2015] produces 126 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 259 Nm @ 1900 rpm of torque.

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MG Hector vs Hyundai Elantra [2012-2015]

Length (mm)	4655	4530
Width (mm)	1835	1775
Height (mm)	1760	1470
Wheelbase (mm)	2750	2700
Kerb Weight (kg)		1329

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60	56

Roof Rails
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit
Rub-strips	Silver

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	LED + Halogen Bulb	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors		Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Android Auto
Display	Digital Display
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	4	6
Steering-mounted controls
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	Not Available	2 Din
iPod Compatibility

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)	3	4
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000	100000