Creta-Based Hyundai Alcazar 6/7-Seater SUV Launched

Korean carmaker, Hyundai has finally launched the Creta-based three-row SUV, the Alcazar, in the Indian market with prices ranging from Rs 16.30 lakh to Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It is available in six variants: Prestige, Prestige (O), Platinum, Platinum (O), Signature, and Signature (O). Here's a look at their detailed pricing: – 

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Powering the Alcazar is a choice of a 2.0-petrol (159PS/191Nm) and a 1.5-liter diesel (115PS/250Nm) engine. Both motors are available with 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission options. It also gets three drive modes (Eco, City, and Sport) as well as three traction modes (snow, sand, and mud). Here are the claimed mileage figures of both engines: – 

Based on the same platform as the Creta, the Alcazar is 200mm longer (measures 4500mm), and 155mm taller (measures 1675mm) than the Creta. The wheelbase (2760mm) has also been increased by 150mm; however, the width of the car (1790mm) remains identical to its smaller sibling.

As for styling, the Alcazar gets some distinct design elements to give the SUV its own identity. The changes mainly comprise a chrome-studded grille, redesigned bumpers with differently styled fog lamps housing, silver skid plates, larger 18-inch wheels, bigger rear overhang with a quarter glass panel, an upright rear-end with refreshed tailgate design, and new wrap-around LED tail lamps that are connected by a chrome strip.

On the inside, it flaunts a distinct dual-tone black-&-brown theme instead of the all-black/black-beige cabin scheme of the Creta. However, the biggest change is it's seating layout that comes with two configurations – a 6-seater and a 7-seater. While the former gets two captain seats in the middle row (come with a slide, recline, and one-touch tip & tumble functions), the latter comes with a 60:40 bench seat for three occupants. The 3rd-row, on the other hand, gets 50:50 split foldable seats as standard in all variants. 

As for features, the Alcazar comes with several segment-first features like a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, 8-speakers Bose premium sound system, auto Air Purifier with AQI display, front seatback table with retractable cup-holder & tablet holder (only in 6-seater model), sliding sun visor in the front row, and side footsteps. Besides, the 6-seater model also features headrest cushions for the middle row seats, and a unique floor-mounted armrest with a wireless mobile charging pad, storage space, and two cup-holders. 

The other striking features of the Hyundai Alcazar include an all-LED lighting system, a 10.25-inch screen for the touchscreen infotainment system, Apple Carplay & Android Auto, BlueLink connected car tech with OTA maps update support, auto climate control with dedicated rear AC vents in 2nd & 3rd row, 64-colour ambient lighting, power-adjustable driver's seat, ventilates front seats, front wireless charging pad, a voice-controlled panoramic sunroof, rear sunshades, electric parking brake with auto-hold function, puddle lamps with Hyundai logo projection, cruise control, paddle shifters (only AT trims), auto headlamps, and more. Click here to see the variant-wise features details. 

Passenger's safety is covered by up to 6-airbags, ABS with EBD, four-disc brakes, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle stability management (VSM)hill start assist control, tire pressure monitoring system, blind-view monitor, surround-view monitor (360-degree camera), front & rear parking sensors, anti-theft alarm, etc. 

Hyundai has offered the Alcazar with six color options – Typhoon Silver, Titan Grey, Taiga Brown, Starry Night, Polar White, and Phantom Black. The Polar White and Titan Grey shades can also be had with the contract black roof & ORVMs in the top-spec signature trims. 

In the Indian market, the Hyundai Alcazar is positioned against the likes of MG Hector Plus (Rs 13.62-19.60 lakh), Tata Safari (Rs 14.99-21.81 lakh), Mahindra XUV500 (Rs 15.52-20.03 lakh), and the upcoming Mahindra XUV700.