Hyundai Alcazar Facelift Launched at Rs 14.99 Lakh in India; Gets Level 2 ADAS, H-shaped LED DRLs and More

Hyundai has launched the facelifted version of its popular SUV, the Alcazar, in India, offering a refreshed design, upgraded features, and improved performance. The new Alcazar with its more contemporary and stylish appearance, carries an ex-showroom starting price tag of Rs 14.99 lakh (for the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol variant). Meanwhile, the 1.5-litre turbo-diesel variant is priced at Rs 15.99 lakh. Coming to the variants, there are four options to choose from: Executive, Prestige, Platinum, and Signature. With this, the South Korean automaker has introduced a new entry-level Executive variant, which was not available on the previous Alcazar. It is important to note that bookings for the model are already underway for a token amount of Rs 25,000. With more safety features and technology integration, the updated Hyundai Alcazar aims to strengthen its position in the competitive Indian SUV market.

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Hyundai Alcazar Facelift: Design Cues

Despite having a unique design, the Alcazar facelift looks similar to its siblings, the Creta, Santa Fe, and Exter. Compared to the pre-facelift model, the front is more upright and elevated. Furthermore, the front end has a Creta-style bumper and headlights, while the H-shaped daytime running lights (DRLs) are evocative of the Santa Fe and the Exter. These are connected by an LED strip and Quad Beam LED headlamps.

Other design highlights include a flat, new grille with horizontal slats and a prominent skid plate on the revamped front bumper. The roof rails now feature a new dual-tone design. The rear end has also been modified, with new taillights and 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. In addition to the brand-new Robust Emerald Matte shade, the new Alcazar will be offered in nine paint jobs: Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl, Ranger Khaki, Fiery Red, Robust Emerald Pearl, Starry Night, Titan Grey Matte, and Atlas White with Abyss Black roof.

Hyundai Alcazar Facelift: Engine and Gearbox Options

The new Alcazar continues to offer the same engine options (a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit and a 1.5-litre diesel engine) as the outgoing version. The turbo-petrol engine produces 157.8bhp and 253Nm of maximum torque and is paired with either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The diesel engine, on the other hand, produces 114.4bhp of maximum power and 250Nm of peak torque and is available with either a six-speed MT or a six-speed AT gearbox. The three drive modes come in the form of sport, comfort, and eco. There are also three traction control modes: snow, sand, and mud.

Hyundai Alcazar Facelift: Interior and Features

The interior boasts a new dual-tone colour scheme featuring Noble Brown and Haze Navy Blue shades, similar to the Creta facelift. With a single panel housing two 10.25-inch screens – one for the touchscreen infotainment system and the other for the all-digital instrument cluster – the setup has been significantly modified from the outgoing Alcazar. The model will come in six- and seven-seat configurations.

Additional changes include a redesigned central console, a Bose sound system, updated dual-zone temperature control, USB type-A, and type-C ports, a wireless charging pad, enhanced air conditioning controls, a new "boss mode," a panoramic sunroof, a powered driver's seat with memory settings, connected car tech, a voice assistant, and ventilated second-row seats (available only in six-seater versions). The SUV also has improved padding for the captain's seats and winged headrests for the back seats. For easier third-row access, the seven-seater versions have a one-touch seat-folding option. 

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Hyundai Alcazar Facelift: Safety Suite

On the safety front, the redesigned Alcazar will include Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) such as smart cruise control, surround view monitor, blind spot view monitor, front collision warning & avoidance assist, lane keep assist, and driver attention warning. The facelifted model comes standard with six airbags, hill-start assist, electronic stability control, vehicle stability management, all four disc brakes, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). The upcoming car will also feature a digital key, front parking sensors, rain-sensing wipers, hill descent control, and an electrochromic inside rearview mirror.