MG Hector Tomahawk EV vs VinFast VF 6 (2026)
MG Hector Tomahawk EV (₹19.49 Lakh – ₹23.49 Lakh) and VinFast VF 6 (₹18.19 Lakh – ₹20.09 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The VinFast VF 6 is more affordable — it starts ₹1.30 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk EV.
- The MG Hector Tomahawk EV claims the longer range: 517 km vs 468 km.
- Only the VinFast VF 6 has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The VinFast VF 6 has the bigger boot: 423 litres vs 192 litres.
Specification Comparison
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MG Hector Tomahawk EV in short
The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is a three-row electric SUV slotted above the Hector, launched in August 2026 with a 69.2 kWh battery, 517 km claimed range and a segment-first 15.6-inch touchscreen. A five-seat Essence version frees up 610 litres of boot. MG's Battery-as-a-Service plan cuts the entry price to ₹13.99 lakh with a ₹4.9/km battery rental — do the running-cost math before choosing it.
Full Hector Tomahawk EV prices & variants →VinFast VF 6 in short
The VF 6 is VinFast's entry point in India: a compact electric SUV built at the company's Thoothukudi plant, with a 59.6 kWh pack, up to 468 km ARAI range and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. Its headline pitch is ownership assurance — a 7-year/2,00,000 km vehicle warranty, 10-year battery warranty and free public charging on VinFast's network until 2029 — aimed squarely at the Creta Electric, Curvv EV and MG Windsor.
Full VF 6 prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Hector Tomahawk EV or VF 6?
The VinFast VF 6 is more affordable — it starts ₹1.30 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk EV. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Hector Tomahawk EV vs VF 6 — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: MG Hector Tomahawk EV — not yet tested; VinFast VF 6 — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Hector Tomahawk EV or the VF 6?
The VinFast VF 6 is more affordable — it starts ₹1.30 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk EV. The MG Hector Tomahawk EV claims the longer range: 517 km vs 468 km. Only the VinFast VF 6 has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars). Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.