JSW MG Motor India to unveil three-row electric SUV on 26 August

JSW MG Motor India is set to reveal a seven-seat electric SUV, potentially called the Hector Tomahawk, on 26 August. The model is expected to target a 500km-plus range and an ex-showroom price of Rs 20 lakh–Rs 25 lakh, positioning it against forthcoming Mahindra and Kia EVs.

— Source published Sun, 23 Aug, 2026, 13:17 IST · First seen Sun, 23 Aug, 2026, 13:44 IST · Source Business Today · Latest

What happened

JSW MG Motor India will unveil a three-row electric SUV on 26 August, potentially branded Hector Tomahawk. The model is expected to offer over 500 km range, be

Key facts

  • 7 seats
  • Over 500 km expected range
  • 26 August 2026 reveal
  • 69.2 kWh LFP battery (reference model)
  • 204 bhp motor (reference model)
  • 530 km CLTC range (reference model)
  • Rs 20 lakh-Rs 25 lakh expected ex-showroom price

Why this matters

MG’s move into three-row electric SUVs highlights a partnership and acquisition opportunity around charging, battery supply and family-oriented EV services before the segment becomes crowded.

What to watch

  • Confirmed nameplate, battery capacity, certified range and charging speeds at the 26 August reveal.
  • Whether the entry ex-showroom price lands at or below Rs 22 lakh.
  • Third-row space, boot capacity with all seats occupied, and safety-rating disclosures.
  • Booking volumes, delivery start date and initial dealer allocation.
  • Mahindra and Kia announcements on comparable three-row EV launch timing and pricing.
  • Availability of bundled home charging, battery warranty, roadside assistance and residual-value programs.
  • Use the August reveal to establish the model as a family-focused EV through third-row usability, safety, battery warranty and real-world range messaging.
  • Pair launch pricing with financing, exchange bonuses and home-charger installation to reduce the effective ownership-cost barrier.
  • Expand dealer EV-readiness and service capacity in high-income Tier 1 and Tier 2 markets before deliveries begin.
  • Seek fleet, corporate-lease and premium ride-hailing partnerships to build early volume and improve visibility.
  • Monitor competitor responses from Mahindra, Kia and Tata for pre-emptive variants or price repositioning.