{"id":66502,"date":"2025-12-12T14:38:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T09:08:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/?p=66502"},"modified":"2025-12-12T15:38:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T10:08:46","slug":"updated-mg-hector-facelift-reaches-dealerships-ahead-of-launch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/updated-mg-hector-facelift-reaches-dealerships-ahead-of-launch\/","title":{"rendered":"Updated MG Hector Facelift Reaches Dealerships Ahead Of Launch"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"clean-word-content\"><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-66497\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Reaches-Dealership-Ahead-Of-Launch-cover.webp\" alt=\"Updated MG Hector Facelift Reaches Dealerships Ahead Of Launch Cover\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Reaches-Dealership-Ahead-Of-Launch-cover.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Reaches-Dealership-Ahead-Of-Launch-cover-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Reaches-Dealership-Ahead-Of-Launch-cover-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Reaches-Dealership-Ahead-Of-Launch-cover-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Reaches-Dealership-Ahead-Of-Launch-cover-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/morris-garages-cars\/hector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> MG Hector facelift <\/a>has been seen at a dealership before its official launch on December 15, 2025 confirming that the updated model and its three row version are almost ready to reach buyers. The SUV was recently captured in broad daylight allowing a clear look at changes that were not visible earlier. MG has already shared a short teaser but these fresh images give a better idea of what the brand is preparing for the market<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MG Hector Facelift: First Look At Exterior Changes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><br \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-66498 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift_-Whats-New.webp\" alt=\"Updated MG Hector Facelift Reaches Dealerships Ahead Of Launch\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift_-Whats-New.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift_-Whats-New-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift_-Whats-New-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift_-Whats-New-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift_-Whats-New-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><br \/> <\/span><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A quick look at the updated Hector shows that <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/morris-garages-cars\/\">MG<\/a> has focused heavily on styling changes for the 2025 update<\/span><br \/> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are the major highlights<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bolder Front Design<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p>The most noticeable upgrade is the much larger and more detailed front grille<\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The new grille comes with a thick chrome heavy pattern<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vertical elements create a bold honeycomb style layout<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The overall look is more eye catching and premium<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p>Although the LED headlamps and Daytime Running Lights still follow the familiar split setup, the area around them feels sharper because of redesigned detailing<\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reworked Front Bumper<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The bumper now carries:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A more sculpted profile<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A new lower chrome insert<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Added lines for a sportier stance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Compared to the outgoing model the older Hector had a simpler and cleaner grille with fewer chrome touches and a more basic bumper layout. The facelift shifts toward a flashier appearance while maintaining the general character of the previous model<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MG Hector Facelift: Cabin Expectations And Feature Changes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-66496\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/interior-72.webp\" alt=\"MG Hector Facelift: Cabin Expectations And Feature Changes \" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/interior-72.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/interior-72-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/interior-72-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/interior-72-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/interior-72-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although the interior has not been fully revealed yet early reports suggest that MG is not planning a major cabin overhaul. Instead, small but meaningful upgrades are expected<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Infotainment And Tech Updates<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The SUV is likely to continue with the same large touchscreen<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The system may receive a refreshed interface for smoother use<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support is expected to stay<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Since MG already offers a strong tech package the facelift is likely getting refinements rather than a complete redesign<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comfort Features Likely To Continue<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The present generation Hector already offers a long list of comfort features and these are expected to remain in the upcoming model:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Panoramic sunroof<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ventilated front seats<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Power adjustment for both front seats<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wireless phone charger<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cruise control<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ambient cabin lighting<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These features make the Hector one of the more feature rich <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/advanced-search?carTypes=SUV\">SUVs<\/a> in its class and MG is expected to maintain that advantage<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MG Hector Facelift: Safety Equipment Expected<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety remains an important focus for the Hector and the facelift should continue with the same wide set of features<\/span><br \/> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expected key equipment includes:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1777962001-WgxQzo-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 970px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; 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data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hill hold assist<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ISOFIX child-seat mounts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Front parking sensors<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Electronic parking brake with auto hold<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">360 degree camera with blind spot monitoring<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"15\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"10\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Level 2 ADAS functions<\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This keeps the Hector aligned with modern safety expectations in the segment and ensures it stays competitive against newer rivals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MG Hector Facelift Engine And Transmission Choices<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><br \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-66514 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Engine-And-Transmission-Choices_-1.webp\" alt=\"Updated MG Hector Facelift Reaches Dealerships Ahead Of Launch\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Engine-And-Transmission-Choices_-1.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG-Hector-Facelift-Engine-And-Transmission-Choices_-1-300x150.webp 300w, 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MG is expected to continue with the same petrol and diesel engines currently offered<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Engine Options<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. 1.5literTurbo Petrol<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Power- 143 PS<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Torque- 250 Nm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gearbox- 6 speed manual or CVT automatic<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. 2.0literDiesel<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Power- 170 PS<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Torque- 350 Nm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gearbox- 6 speed manual<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MG is not expected to introduce any new powertrains for this update. 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Once it enters the market it will compete with well established rivals such as:<\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/harrier\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tata Harrier<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/a><\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/safari\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tata Safari<\/span><span 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