MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV vs Tata Harrier (2026)
MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV (₹25.70 Lakh – ₹27.80 Lakh) and Tata Harrier (₹15.00 Lakh – ₹26.50 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (August 2026).
- The Tata Harrier is more affordable — it starts ₹10.70 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV.
- The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is the more powerful car, with 299 bhp against 168 bhp.
- The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is more efficient on paper — up to 40 kmpl vs 16.8 kmpl.
- Only the Tata Harrier has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Tata Harrier has the bigger boot: 445 litres vs 192 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹25.70 Lakh – ₹27.80 Lakh | ₹15.00 Lakh – ₹26.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L NA petrol + 20.5 kWh battery (PHEV), 303 PS combined | 2.0L Kryotec turbo-diesel |
| Max power | 299 bhp | 168 bhp |
| Fuel options | Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmissions | DHT Automatic | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | Up to 40 kmpl claimed (charge-sustaining) | 14.6 kmpl (AT), 16.8 kmpl (MT) |
| Seating | 7 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 7 |
| Boot space | 192 L | 445 L |
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MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV in short
The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is India's first mainstream three-row plug-in hybrid: a 1.5L petrol engine plus a 20.5 kWh battery for 303 PS combined, 115 km of electric-only running and a claimed 1,100 km total range. At ₹25.70–27.80 lakh it costs SUV-flagship money, but for daily commutes it can run as a pure EV and still road-trip without charging anxiety.
Full Hector Tomahawk PHEV prices & variants →Tata Harrier in short
The Harrier is Tata's flagship five-seat SUV, built on the OMEGA architecture derived from Land Rover's D8 platform. The 2023 facelift added a plush new cabin with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Level 2 ADAS and a 5-star Bharat NCAP score. Powered solely by the punchy 170 PS Kryotec diesel, it battles the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector and Jeep Compass on road presence and ride sophistication.
Full Harrier prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Hector Tomahawk PHEV or Harrier?
The Tata Harrier is more affordable — it starts ₹10.70 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV. (Ex-showroom prices, August 2026.)
Hector Tomahawk PHEV vs Harrier — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV — not yet tested; Tata Harrier — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Hector Tomahawk PHEV or the Harrier?
The Tata Harrier is more affordable — it starts ₹10.70 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV. The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is the more powerful car, with 299 bhp against 168 bhp. The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is more efficient on paper — up to 40 kmpl vs 16.8 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.