Around 500km claimed range, seven seats: This electric SUV will come on August 26

MG's upcoming three-row electric SUV has been spotted in production-ready form in Pune, revealing its exterior design ahead of its August 26 debut.MG Hector Tomohawk (Photo: Instagram/@punekar__nikhil)JSW MG’s upcoming three-row electric SUV has been spotted completely undisguised in Pune, giving the clearest look yet at the model ahead of its scheduled launch on August 26. The SUV, expected to be called the Hector Tomahawk, will be the first MG model in India to use the company’s new ADAPT architecture.While MG has not officially confirmed the production model’s name yet, the company has trademarked ‘Hector Tomahawk’ in India.Hector Tomahawk EV: Exterior design revealed Side profile of the MG Hector Tomohawk (Photo: Instagram/@punekar__nikhil) The latest sighting shows that MG has opted for a conventional, upright SUV silhouette rather than a heavily futuristic design. At the front, the SUV gets slim LED daytime running lights extending horizontally from the centrally positioned MG badge. The main headlamps sit lower down at the outer edges of the bumper, while the closed-off upper section and large lower air intake distinguish it as an EV.The SUV seen in Pune was finished in a light green shade with a contrasting black roof and dark detailing. The profile features large alloy wheels, roof rails, conventional door handles and chunky black cladding around the wheel arches and lower sections of the doors. The long wheelbase and extended rear overhang are clearly visible from the side, with the large glasshouse and sizeable D-pillar helping create the proportions expected of a three-row SUV. A partial view of the rear also reveals a slim tail-lamp design extending horizontally towards the sides.MG Hector Tomahawk based on Wuling modelThe Hector Tomahawk is expected to be based on the Wuling Starlight 560, with changes made for the Indian market. The SUV is expected to measure around 4,745mm in length, 1,850mm in width and 1,755mm in height, with a 2,810mm wheelbase. MG has already confirmed that the SUV will offer three rows of seating. Earlier teasers also revealed a beige-themed interior, while the cabin is expected to feature a minimalist dashboard with digital displays for the driver and infotainment system.The equipment list has not been officially announced, but the SUV is expected to feature a large touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, powered tailgate, wireless charging, automatic climate control with vents for all three rows, a 360-degree camera and an ADAS suite. Six airbags and an electronic parking brake are also expected.MG Hector Tomahawk EV could get 69.2kWh batteryMG has not revealed the India-spec powertrain details yet. However, the Wuling model on which the SUV is based uses a 69.2kWh LFP battery pack and a front-mounted electric motor producing around 204bhp and 310Nm. The global model has a claimed CLTC range of up to 530km.The India-spec Hector Tomahawk EV could use a similar setup, although its final specifications and certified range are likely to be announced at the launch. The ADAPT architecture is also designed to support multiple powertrain types, and a plug-in hybrid version is expected to follow the EV at a later stage.MG Hector Tomahawk EV expected price and rivalsThe Hector Tomahawk EV is expected to be positioned above the Hector in MG’s India line-up, with an estimated price range of Rs 20 lakh-25 lakh (ex-showroom).Once launched, it will enter the growing three-row electric SUV segment and is expected to compete with models such as the Mahindra XEV 9S and Kia Carens Clavis EV.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - EndsPublished On: Aug 17, 2026 12:54 IST