Hyundai is all set to launch the Alcazar SUV in India on June 18, 2021. The company has already opened bookings for the Alcazar, with the token amount pegged at INR 25,000. The Hyundai Alcazar is essentially a 7-seater version of the Creta and it is the brand's first three-row SUV in India in a really long time. Ahead of its launch, here's a walkaround video of the upcoming SUV from a dealership yard, taking you through all the exterior and interior details.
Hyundai Alcazar - Exterior Design
The production-spec Alcazar actually has a lot in common with the Creta. Some of the body panels like the front fenders, bonnet and even all four doors are identical to that of the Creta. The most significant changes only come after the C-Pillar. Up front, the Alcazar gets a unique grille design with a diamond-studded pattern and a chrome surround. The front bumper design too has been slightly updated and features new fog lamps. Just like the Creta, the Alcazar features plenty of chrome up front. The keen eyed among you will also notice a new chrome element within the split LED headlamp setup, further differentiating it from the Creta.
While mostly identical to the Creta, the Hyundai Alcazar does stand out with individual styling elements and a completely new rear section.
In profile, up until the C-Pillar, the Alcazar is pretty similar to the Creta. Beyond that, however, things change completely. The Alcazar gets a distinct rear quarter glass area and Hyundai has even managed to retain the 'lightning arc' element of the Creta. It also seems a little more proportionate, thanks to the longer rear overhang. The sloping roofline is now gone and the tail gate is much more upright than before. It gets brand new wrap-around tail lamps and a re-profiled rear bumper with dual exhaust tips and a faux brushed aluminum skid plate. The SUV also rides on new stylish dual-tone 18-inch alloy wheels.
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Hyundai Alcazar - Interior Design
The interior of the Hyundai Alcazar gets a dual-tone brown and black finish for the dashboard and the upholstery, and it looks quite more premium than the Creta. That said, the overall dashboard design is identical to that of the Creta. Another major upgrade over the Creta is a new 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster with configurable displays. The Hyundai Alcazar will be available in both 6- and 7-seater configurations.
ArrayThe interior of the Alcazar is very similar to the Creta, but gets a new dual-tone black and theme for the dashboard and upholstery.
In its 6-seater variant, the Alcazar comes with captain chairs for the middle row with a unique fixed floor-mounted armrest with cupholders and extra storage space in the middle. In the 7-seater variant, it gets a bench seat in the middle row. The seats also have a sliding function to adjust space in the third row. You can access the third row by a simple one-touch tip and tumble seats (60:40 split). Although the third row of the Alcazar is wide enough to seat two adults, it must be said that legroom is a bit on the limited side. While it should be fine for adults on short journeys, it is better suited to children or small-sized adults.
Hyundai Alcazar offers Longest in Segment Wheelbase of 2,760 mm.That said, the seats are otherwise comfortable and supportive and NVH levels are very well controlled even in the third row. The leather quality is also top-notch. Third-row passengers also have the convenience of dedicated AC vents with blower controls, cupholders and USB charging as well. The third row of seats gets its own reclining function and can also be folded flat for increased boot space. Here's a look at the features list on offer with the Alcazar.
10.25-inch Multi-Display Digital Cluster
10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system withy Android Auto, Apple Carplay
Bose Premium Sound System (8 Speakers)
Auto Healthy Air Purifier with AQI Display
Front Row Seatback Table with Retractable cup-holder and IT Device Holder
Front Row Sliding Sunvisor
Side Foot Step
Rear Window Sunshade
Voice-Enabled Smart Panoramic Sunroof
2nd Row One Touch Tip and Tumble Seats (Captain & 60:40 Split Seats)
Drive Mode Select (COMFORT | ECO | SPORT)
Traction Control Modes (SNOW | SAND | MUD)
Puddle Lamps with Hyundai Logo Projection
64 Colors Ambient Lighting
360-degree parking camera
Power Driver Seat – 8 Way
Advanced Hyundai Blue Link (Connected-Car Technology)
The front seat backs will even come with a retractable tray table and cupholders, an unique feature in the segment.
Hyundai Alcazar - Powertrain Options
The Hyundai Alcazar will be available with four powertrains, including 2.0-litre Petrol MPi engine and 1.5-litre Diesel CRDi engine with options of a 6-Speed Manual and 6-Speed Automatic transmissions. The petrol mill, combined with 6-Speed manual transmission, will be capable of sprinting from 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds*, while both the petrol MPI engine and the Diesel CRDi engine will offer best-in-segment fuel efficiency with 6-Speed Manual as well as 6-Speed Automatic transmissions.
Displacement
Maximum Power
Maximum Torque
Transmission
2.0 l Petrol MPi
1,999 cc
117 kW (159 PS) / 6,500 r/min
191 Nm (19.5 kgm) / 4,500 r/min
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic
1.5 l Diesel CRDi
1,493 cc
84.6 kW (115 PS)/ 4,000 r/min
250 Nm (25.5 kgm) / 1,500-2,750 r/min
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic
Hyundai Alcazar will even come with a Drive Mode Selector, that will offer Comfort, Eco and Sport modes. Furthermore, the Alcazar will also be equipped with Traction Control Modes (Snow, Sand and Mud). If the carmaker is to be believed, the new model has been tested on 15 drive tracks for various road driving conditions and has undergone comprehensive durability testing in GVW condition across hilly terrains, rural and highway roads in hot & dry conditions.
Stay tuned to IndianAutosBlog.com for more Hyundai updates and other four-wheeler news.
*Based on internal testing results
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