The electric vehicle market in India has made a move today. JSW MG Motor India has officially introduced the MG Hector Tomahawk EV at a good starting price of Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom). This electric SUV is built on MGs ADAPT architecture. It has a 69.2kWh battery, a range of 517km and options for 5 or 7 seats. These seats are meant for families and people who drive in cities every day.
Along with ways to buy MG is offering a new idea called Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS). With BaaS the starting price of the MG Hector Tomahawk EV is Rs 13.99 lakh (ex-showroom). There is a fee for the battery, which is Rs 4.90 per kilometer. Deliveries to customers will start in September 2026.
Here is a full and detailed look at everything you need to know about the MG Hector Tomahawk EV. It includes prices, technical details, comfort, in the cabin safety features and how it compares with vehicles.
MG Hector Tomahawk EV Variant Prices & BaaS Rental Options
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is available across three primary trim levels: Excite, Exclusive, and Essence. While the Excite and Exclusive trims come strictly as 7-seater vehicles, the top-tier Essence trim offers buyers a choice between a 5-seater layout and a 7-seater configuration.
| Variant Title | Seating Layout | BaaS Starting Price | Ex-Showroom Price (Outright Purchase) |
| Excite | 7-Seater | Rs 13.99 Lakh + Rs 4.90/km | Rs 19.49 Lakh |
| Exclusive | 7-Seater | TBA | Rs 21.99 Lakh |
| Essence (5-Seat) | 5-Seater | TBA | Rs 22.99 Lakh |
| Essence (7-Seat) | 7-Seater | TBA | Rs 23.49 Lakh |
Note: All listed prices are introductory ex-showroom figures applicable to early orders.
Battery Performance, Power Output, and Real-World Range
Under the bonnet, the MG Hector Tomahawk EV features a front-mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) paired with a high-density 69.2kWh battery pack. The electric motor generates 204 hp of maximum power and 310 Nm of instant torque, pushing the SUV from 0 to 100 km/h in an impressive 8.2 seconds.
Range & Charging Times:
MIDC Certified Range: 517 km per full charge
90kW DC Fast Charging: 30% to 80% charge in 35 minutes
7.4kW AC Home Charger: 10% to 100% charge in 12.5 hours
Portable Charger: Standard 15A plug-in portable charger included
Bi-Directional Charging (V2L and V2V):
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV acts as a giant power bank on wheels:
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L): Powers household appliances, camping gear, and electronic equipment directly from the SUV’s battery.
Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V): Delivers emergency charging power to another stranded electric vehicle.
Dimensions, Boot Space, and Exterior Styling
Unlike over-styled electric crossovers, the MG Hector Tomahawk EV adopts classic SUV proportions with clean lines. Up front, it features vertical LED projector headlights, a closed-off aerodynamic front fascia, high-mounted LED DRLs, and a light-up illuminated MG badge.
The side profile is accented by 18-inch dual-tone aerodynamically optimized alloy wheels, thick lower cladding, flush roof rails, and conventional door handles. At the back, it wears sculpted bumpers and wraparound LED tail lamps.
Dimensions & Capacities:
Length: 4,745 mm
Width: 1,850 mm
Height: 1,770 mm
Wheelbase: 2,810 mm
Ground Clearance: 230 mm
Boot Capacity (5-Seater): 610 Litres
Boot Capacity (7-Seater): 192 Litres (All rows up) / 528 Litres (3rd row folded)
Colour Palette: Khaki Green, Aurora Silver, Starry Black, Celadon Blue, and Pearl White.
Interior Tech, Comfort, and Smart Cabin Modes
Inside, the MG Hector Tomahawk EV boasts a futuristic yet user-friendly dashboard dominated by a class-leading 15.6-inch HD portrait touchscreen paired with an 8.8-inch digital driver display. The infotainment system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto along with smart gesture controls for climate and media playback.
Luxury & Comfort Highlights:
Panoramic Sunroof: Full glass roof with electric shade controls.
Audio Setup: 10-speaker Infinity audio system with 256-colour ambient mood lighting.
Ventilated Seating: Ventilated front seats with memory and auto-retract function for the driver.
Special Cabin Modes: Features 6 specialized environment presets — Nap, Camp, Energise, Pro Pet, Valet, and Quiet.
Comprehensive Safety Suite and Level 2 ADAS
Safety is standard across the entire range. The MG Hector Tomahawk EV comes fitted with six airbags as standard on all variants, along with a 360-degree camera setup featuring transparent-chassis and wheel-view monitoring.
Level 2 ADAS (11 Active Safety Features):
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Lane Departure Warning & Prevention (LDW/LDP)
High-Beam Assist (HBA)
Blind-Spot Monitoring & Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Market Competitors
The multi-seat strategy gives the MG Hector Tomahawk EV a wide market advantage:
7-Seater Rivals: Competes directly against the Mahindra XEV 9S and Kia Carens Clavis EV.
5-Seater Rivals: Takes on premium mid-size crossovers like the Tata Harrier EV and Mahindra XEV 9e.