MG Motor India has pushed back the Hector EV launch to late 2025. The delay is attributed to battery supply limitations and updated crash‑test norms under GSR 1039, which came into effect earlier this year.
What we know so far:
- New target: Q4 2025 launch window
- Platform update: Hector EV to feature a redesigned front fascia, new LED signature & Tata-inspired EV tech
- Expected Specs: ~300 km real-world range, 120 kW motor power
MG says it’s using the extra time to “fine‑tune software and testing to Indian road realities.” For Hector ICE owners, this adaptation reflects the brand’s step-by-step EV transition.
This delay mirrors industry-wide launches; Tata and Mahindra also faced similar production pauses earlier this year. India’s EV growth remains fast, but localization and certification challenges continue.
