MG Hector Tomohawk launch live: Price, range, battery, features and all you need to know

Live blogJSW MG Motor India is set to unveil its new three-row electric SUV today, expanding its EV line-up with a spacious seven-seater offering expected to deliver long range and a lot of features.MG Hector Tomohawk (Photo: Instagram/@punekar__nikhil) JSW MG Motor India is set to unveil its new three-row electric SUV in India today, August 26, expanding its EV portfolio with a model positioned above the Hector. Expected to be called the Hector Tomohawk, the seven-seater will be the first MG model in India based on the company’s ADAPT architecture. The SUV has been spotted undisguised, revealing an upright design, spacious cabin and a modern feature list. While MG has not yet revealed its battery and motor specifications, the SUV is expected to offer a range of more than 500km. Pricing is likely to fall between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 25 lakh. ...Read MoreAug 26, 2026 10:44 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Platform detailsIn July, JSW MG Motor India unveiled MG ADAPT (Advance Drive Architecture Platform Technology), claiming it as India’s first multi-NEV platform. The modular architecture can support EVs, hybrids, PHEVs and range-extender EVs on a common platform.Aug 26, 2026 10:36 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Battery and rangeThe Wuling Starlight 560 gets a 69.2kWh LFP battery and a 204bhp, 310Nm electric motor, offering up to 530km of claimed CLTC range. A similar setup could give the Hector Tomahawk over 500km of range.Aug 26, 2026 10:35 ISTWhat the Tomohawk shares with Wuling Starlight 560MG is yet to disclose the India-spec battery and motor details, but the SUV is expected to share its powertrain components with the Wuling Starlight 560 sold overseas.Aug 26, 2026 10:31 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Expected featuresThe expected feature list includes a large touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, powered tailgate and wireless charging. It could also get three-row AC vents, a 360-degree camera, ADAS, six airbags and an electronic parking brake.Aug 26, 2026 10:29 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Three-rows confirmedMG has confirmed three-row seating for the SUV. Earlier teasers showed a beige cabin with a minimalist dashboard, featuring separate digital screens for the driver and infotainment system.Aug 26, 2026 10:22 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Rear designAug 26, 2026 10:18 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Side and rear profileMG Hector Tomohawk (Photo: Instagram/@punekar__nikhil) The SUV gets large alloy wheels, roof rails, conventional door handles and chunky body cladding. A long wheelbase, large glasshouse and extended rear overhang make room for three rows, while slim tail-lamps add width. Aug 26, 2026 10:16 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Exterior designMG Hector Tomohawk (Photo: Instagram/@punekar__nikhil) The production-spec SUV has been spotted undisguised, revealing an upright design with slim horizontal DRLs, centrally placed MG branding and lower-mounted headlamps. The front also gets a closed-off upper section and large lower air intake. Aug 26, 2026 10:12 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: RivalsThe MG Hector Hawk EV will compete with the Mahindra XEV 9S and Kia Carens Clavis EV.Aug 26, 2026 10:07 ISTMG Hector Tomohawk: Expected priceThe three-row electric SUV is expected to cost Rs 20 lakh-25 lakh (ex-showroom) and sit above the Hector in MG's India line-up.Aug 26, 2026 10:05 ISTPlug-in hybrid to come laterWhile today MG will launch the Hector Tomohawk EV, a plug-in hybrid version of the SUV will be introduced at a later stage.Aug 26, 2026 10:01 ISTMG's first product on a new platformThe new SUV will be MG’s first India model based on the ADAPT architecture, which supports multiple powertrains. MG has also trademarked the Hector Tomahawk name, hinting at its possible production identity.