KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 2024 Alcazar features dual 10.25-inch display system.
- Mahindra XUV700 offers AWD with diesel automatic option.
- Alcazar includes ADAS Level 2 and 360-degree camera.
- Hector Plus offers 14-inch infotainment touchscreen display.
- XUV700 diesel delivers 185 PS and 450 Nm.
Hyundai Motors India has finally launched the new Alcazar facelift in India. The new Alcazar features some major improvements in terms of features and practicality. The price range for the new Alcazar starts at Rs. 15.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the diesel trims and 14.99 lakh for the petrol variants. Most updates on the new Alcazar seem to be highly inspired by the new Alcazar. Priced quite strategically, the new Alcazar facelift competes with the Mahindra XUV 700 and MG Hector Plus. Here, in this article, I'll be doing a detailed comparison of the new Alcazar with its rivals. So, keep reading and consider joining our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay updated on the latest automotive news.
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2024 Hyundai Alcazar Vs Rivals: Design
The Hyundai Alcazar facelift comes with a complete new makeover. As I mentioned above, most upgrades are heavily inspired by the Creta facelift. The front fascia of the new Alcazar includes a connected LED DRL setup and H-shaped lighting elements, a slat grille, and dual barrel headlights. Elements such as the connected LED DRLs and H-shaped lighting elements have been derived straight from the Creta and Exter respectively.
The Mahindra XUV 700 (one of the Alcazar's straight competitors) looks like a proper SUV. It features a multi-slat grille, LED headlamps and C-shaped LED DRLs. In terms of the side profile, it features flush door handles, body cladding and 18-inch diamond precision-cut alloy wheels. At the rear, it comes equipped with tri-arrow tail lamps with a rear spoiler, silver skid plate and a roof spoiler.
The MG Hector Plus on the other hand includes a chrome-finished mesh pattern grille, LED headlamps and DRLs that provide the SUV with a modern look. Also, you get a large air dam and fog lamps. At the rear profile, the Hector Plus gets a connected LED strip and a skid plate. Coming to the side profile, the Hector Plus also features precision-cut R17 alloy wheels.
2024 Hyundai Alcazar Vs Rivals: Features and Safety
The new Alcazar is a great leap forward in terms of features when compared the the outgoing model. The new Alcazar features a dual 10.25-inch display (one for infotainment and another as a digital cluster. Other newly added features include a wireless charger, 2-level memory setting (driver seat), dual-zone AC, and 8-way power-adjustable seats for driver and co-passenger. Additionally, you get a panoramic sunroof, a foldable laptop tray and a wireless charging pad. On the safety front, the new Alcazar features a 360-degree camera, six airbags, electronic stability control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, ADAS Level 2 and all-wheel disc brakes. The ADAS suite on offer includes features such as emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Features that Rivals Offer
| Feature Category | Mahindra XUV700 | MG Hector Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment & Displays | 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system | 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system |
| 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster | 7-inch fully digital drivers display | |
| Comfort Features | 6-way powered driver seat | Ventilated front seats |
| Auto headlamps and wipers | Panoramic sunroof | |
| Dual-zone climate control | Wireless phone charger | |
| Ventilated front seats | 8-colour ambient lighting | |
| Wireless charger | Powered tailgate | |
| 12-speaker audio system | ||
| Built-in Alexa connectivity | ||
| 70 connected car features (e.g., vehicle tracking, remote lock/unlock, remote AC control) |
Safety that Rivals Offer
| Safety Features | Mahindra XUV700 | MG Hector Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Up to 7 airbags | Up to 6 airbags |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC/ESP) | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| 360-Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS Features | Yes (Autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control) | Yes (Lane-keeping assist, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, auto emergency braking) |
| Global NCAP Safety Rating | 5 stars (Adult occupants) 4 stars (Child occupants) | - |
2024 Hyundai Alcazar Vs Rivals: Powertrain
The Hyundai Alcazar gets the same engine options as the previous generation model. These include a 1.5-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. For transmission, you get a 6-speed manual standard for both engine options, a 7-speed DCT gearbox (turbo petrol) and an optional 6-speed automatic gearbox.
| Feature Category | Hyundai Alcazar Facelift | Mahindra XUV700 | MG Hector Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol Engine (Turbo) | 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (160 PS/253 Nm) | 2-litre turbo-petrol (200 PS/380 Nm) | 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (143 PS/250 Nm) |
| Diesel Engine | 1.5-litre diesel (116 PS/250 Nm) | 2.2-litre diesel (185 PS/450 Nm) | 2-litre diesel (170 PS/350 Nm) |
| Transmission (Petrol) | 6-speed manual (standard) | 6-speed manual (standard) | 6-speed manual (standard) |
| 7-speed DCT (optional) | 6-speed automatic (optional) | CVT automatic (optional) | |
| Transmission (Diesel) | 6-speed manual (standard) | 6-speed manual (standard) | 6-speed manual (standard) |
| 6-speed automatic (optional) | 6-speed automatic (optional) | No automatic option for diesel | |
| All-wheel drive (AWD) | Not available | Available with diesel automatic (Top-spec AX7 and AX7 L trims) | Not available |
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Verdict
The 2024 Hyundai Alcazar facelift impresses with its feature-packed upgrades, especially the dual 10.25-inch displays, ADAS, and a panoramic sunroof. However, its engines fall behind rivals like the Mahindra XUV700, which offers more power and AWD. While competitively priced, the Alcazar lags slightly in performance against the XUV700 and MG Hector Plus, but excels in tech and safety features.
