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Starlight 560–Based MG SUV Spotted Beside Hector Near Indore in Expanded India Testing

New images point to a midsize footprint with a variant mix likely led by a plug‑in hybrid for India.

Overview

  • A heavily camouflaged prototype was photographed on the Mumbai–Agra highway near Indore, with the sighting shared by an automotive enthusiast.
  • Side‑by‑side shots with an MG Hector suggest a comparable footprint that positions the newcomer in the 4.5–4.8 metre midsize SUV segment.
  • Reporting collates global powertrains: a 1.5‑litre turbo petrol, a plug‑in hybrid using a 1.5‑litre engine with a 20.5 kWh Shenlian LFP battery, and a full‑electric variant.
  • Coverage indicates the India plan is likely to prioritise the PHEV or strong‑hybrid setup, with pricing talk placing the MG iteration under Rs 20 lakh, though specifics remain unconfirmed.
  • Multiple‑state testing and references to production at MG’s Halol plant point to localisation efforts, while differing reports peg a 2026 launch window that has not been officially confirmed.