Hyundai Alcazar Facelift Key Features Explained: ADAS, & More

The 2024 Hyundai Alcazar Facelift is now officially launched at a starting price of Rs. 14.99 lakhs ex-showroom. While the visual aesthetics have been upgraded what can be called a radical update, and also a neat one, somewhat in line with the latest Creta model. However, it has received some major updates in terms of the features on offer. Let's look at the key feature highlights and see what extra bling, this one carries with it. But before that, make sure to join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads with extensive coverage of the latest news and insights from the automotive space.

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Level-2 ADAS

The Hyundai Alcazar facelift introduces a key safety upgrade with the addition of ADAS, a feature increasingly in demand. This updated model comes equipped with Level-2 Hyundai SmartSense ADAS, offering a comprehensive suite of safety technologies. Key features include Forward Collision Warning, Front Collision Avoidance Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, and High Beam Assist, among others.

Variants Available

All Level-2 functions except ACC begin with the Platinum trim (Rs 19.59 lakh ex-showroom); full ACC is unlocked in Signature (Rs 21.39 lakh).

Competitors with the Same Feature

• Mahindra XUV700  AX7 (Rs 19.68 lakh): First mainstream Indian SUV to popularise Level-2 ADAS; still the benchmark for lane-centering poise.
• Tata Safari  Adventure Plus A (Rs 24.89 lakh): Tatas latest My Sense suite mirrors Hyundais features but costs around Rs 5 lakh more.
• MG Hector Plus  Savvy Pro (Rs 24.24 lakh): Adds intelligent cruise but its camera-only setup struggles at night.

Second Row Seat Ventilation

To enhance the comfort of both the driver and co-driver, the front seats of the Hyundai Alcazar offer seat ventilation with three levels of cooling. This feature starts from the Signature variant and is available in both 6- and 7-seater configurations. Additionally, to provide more comfort and add competitiveness, the 6-seater version also offers a second-row cooling function in the top-spec Signature trim.

Variants Available:
Seat ventilation is available in the top-spec Signature trim for both the 6- and 7-seater variants, starting at Rs 21.39 lakh. If you're looking for second-row ventilated seats, you'll need to pay Rs 20,000 more for the Signature 6S variant, priced at Rs 21.58 lakh (ex-showroom)

Competitors

• Mahindra XUV700  The Mahindra XUV700 offers a seat ventilation function for the front-row seats, available in the AX7 Luxury Pack, priced at Rs 22.39 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Tata Safari  The Safari started the trend of offering second-row seat ventilation with its 6-seater variants. The Tata Safari Accomplished Plus 6S variant offers both front and middle-row seat ventilation, priced at Rs 25.10 lakh (ex-showroom).
• MG Hector Plus  Similar to its rival, the XUV700, the MG Hector Plus also offers front-row seat ventilation, but only in the Sharp Pro, priced at Rs 21.62 lakh.

Panoramic Sunroof

If you're hoping for a sunroof, you'll be pleased to know that the Alcazar comes with a panoramic sunroof as standard across all variants. This is a fantastic feature, especially for those on a budget who still want that premium touch. While the starting price of over Rs 16 lakhs is significant, it's notable that Hyundai offers this feature from the base model up, rather than saving it for higher trims.

Variants Available

The panoramic sunroof is available from the Prestige (petrol MT/AT) variant onwards, starting at Rs 17.22 lakh. Recently, the brand launched a new Corporate variant to offer these features to diesel enthusiasts, starting at Rs 17.87 lakh.

Competitors with the Same Feature:

• MG Hector Plus: A key rival, the Hector Plus offers a panoramic sunroof right from its Smart variant, with prices starting at a competitive Rs 17.00 Lakh (ex-showroom).
• Tata Safari: The Safari also boasts a panoramic sunroof, which it refers to as the 'Majestic Skydome,' available from the Accomplished variant onwards, with prices beginning at Rs 20.69 Lakh (ex-showroom).
• Mahindra XUV700: A formidable competitor, the XUV700 features what Mahindra calls the 'Skyroof,' available from the AX5 variant, which starts at Rs 17.69 Lakh (ex-showroom).

8-Speaker Bose Premium Sound System

For music lovers, the Hyundai Alcazar comes with an 8-speaker BOSE sound system, paired with a subwoofer and tweeters to deliver excellent sound quality. Additionally, it offers different modes to choose from, providing an immersive audio experience.

Variants Available:
The BOSE sound system is available in the Alcazar lineup starting from the Platinum variant, priced at Rs 19.46 lakh.

• Competitors:
  Tata Safari  The Safari offers a more immersive sound experience with its 10-speaker JBL sound system. This system is available from the Accomplished Plus variant, priced at Rs 25 lakh.
  Mahindra XUV700- Mahindra takes the speaker game one step further with its 12-speaker Sony 3D sound system, available in the top-spec AX7 L variant, priced at Rs 23.49 lakh.

Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

To offer a better cabin experience, the Alcazar features dual-zone climate control, allowing the driver and co-driver to set independent temperatures for the air conditioning. Rear occupants also have separate blower controls.

Variants Available:
This feature comes standard from the Executive variant onwards, starting at Rs 14.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Competitors:
Tata Safari  The Safari offers dual-zone climate control from the Accomplished variant onwards, starting at Rs 23.85 lakh.
Mahindra XUV700  The AX7 lineup of the XUV700 offers dual-zone climate control starting at Rs 19.49 lakh.
MG Hector Plus  This is the only rival to the Alcazar that comes with a single-zone climate control.

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1st & 2nd Row Wireless Charger

Another very convenient feature is the wireless charger, which is not limited to just the front seats and gets the same with the second-row seats as well. This takes away the mess that wires make and adds a very convenient amenity for the rear passengers.

Variant Available:
This feature is available from the second-top Platinum trim onwards, however, a front wireless charger starts right from the second to base, Prestige trim.

Competition Check- No other rivals in this segment currently offer a second-row wireless charging solution, however, its presence in the front row is available with the other rivals.

Features Missing: Which Are Must-Have In This Price Segment

1. Powered Tailgate  For the high price point of the top-spec variants, the powered tailgate is a handy feature that offers better usability in urban scenarios. Sadly in the Alcazar, you still get a manual tailgate.
   • Tata Safari  Gesture-controlled powered tailgate starts at Accomplished (Rs 25.25 lakh).
   • MG Hector Plus  Automatic powered tailgate from Snowstorm edition (Rs 22.92 lakh)
2. All-Wheel-Drive (AWD)  valuable for hilly states and wet highways.
   • Mahindra XUV700  AX7 AWD (Rs 22.89 lakh) & AX7 L AWD (Rs 24.99 lakh).

Comparison with Competitors