JSW MG Motor India is launching the Hector Hawk electric SUV this week in the Indian market [1].
The launch signals MG's effort to expand its electric vehicle portfolio to meet rising demand for larger electric SUVs in India [1]. By utilizing the new ADAPT platform and shared technology with Wuling, the company aims to compete in the three-row electric segment [1].
The vehicle is equipped with a 69.2 kWh battery [3] and delivers a power output of 201 hp [4]. MG said the SUV can achieve a range of over 500 km [1, 2]. While some reports focus on the pure-electric model, other sources indicate that both EV and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variants will be unveiled [2].
Reports on the exact timing of the reveal vary. Some sources cited Aug. 26 [5], while others listed the launch for Aug. 28 [6]. The vehicle has also been referred to in reports as the Hector Tomahawk or the Hector Hawk Plus [2, 1].
As a three-row vehicle, the Hector Hawk targets families and buyers seeking more interior space than current electric offerings. The integration of the ADAPT platform allows for a modular approach to the vehicle's architecture, supporting different powertrain configurations for the Indian market [1].
“The new three-row vehicle features a 69.2 kWh battery and a claimed range of over 500 km.”
The introduction of a three-row electric SUV with a 500 km range addresses a specific gap in the Indian EV market, where most options are smaller crossovers. By offering both pure electric and PHEV versions, MG is hedging against infrastructure limitations while attempting to capture the luxury family segment.
