Hyundai Alcazar — Price, Mileage, Variants & Expert Review

Every rival in the Alcazar's computed set starts cheaper — Mahindra Scorpio at ₹13.37 lakh, Tata Safari at ₹13.40 lakh, Scorpio N at ₹13.49 lakh, XUV 7XO at ₹13.99 lakh — so the ₹14.51 lakh Alcazar has to justify a premium from the first handshake. Its answer is running costs: the 1.5 diesel manual claims 20.4 kmpl, putting the Alcazar roughly 36% above the segment's median economy, a figure none of those four can approach.

The engine room offers real breadth for a 29-variant range. The 1.5 turbo-GDi petrol brings 160 PS and 253 Nm with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT at a claimed 18-18.1 kmpl; the 1.5 CRDi diesel makes 116 PS and 250 Nm, returning that headline 20.4 kmpl with the manual or 18.1 kmpl as an automatic. At 11 PS per lakh the Alcazar does not chase muscle — it banks on frugality plus a 2,760 mm wheelbase, the longest-in-set stretch that decides third-row comfort.

The honest weak spot is cargo: 180 litres with all three rows up means a full seven-seat trip travels light. Kit compensates — panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, puddle lamps, rain-sensing wipers and ADAS all feature — and the value equation clarifies to this: pay ₹0.5-1.1 lakh more upfront than the rivals, recover it at the pump, and enjoy the most car-like manners of the group.

Alcazar Variants & Ex-Showroom Prices

Ex-showroom prices. See the city-wise on-road price for your city.

Engine, Performance & Mileage

1.5 l Turbo GDi Petrol Petrol

1482 cc · 160 PS @ 5500 rpm · 253 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm · 6-Speed MT / 7-Speed DCT AT · ARAI 18.1 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

1.5 l U2 CRDi Diesel Diesel

1493 cc · 116 PS @ 4000 rpm · 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm · 6-Speed MT · ARAI 20.4 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

1.5 U2 CRDi Diesel Diesel

1493 cc · 116 PS @ 4000 rpm · 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm · 6-Speed AT / 6-Speed AT AT · ARAI 18.1 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

1.5 T-GDi Petrol Petrol

1482 cc · 160 PS @ 5500 rpm · 253 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm · 7-Speed DCT AT · ARAI 18 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

Alcazar Dimensions

Length: 4560 mm · Width: 1800 mm · Height: 1710 mm · Wheelbase: 2760 mm · Ground clearance: 200 mm · Boot space: 180 litres · Fuel tank: 50 litres

Alcazar Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Theft Alarm, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Engine Immobilizer, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Rear Camera: With Guidedlines, Anti-Theft Device.

Ownership & Running Costs

Roughly ₹6,500-10,000 per year over the first five services; DCT variants can incur higher transmission-service items later in life (indicative).

First-year comprehensive typically lands between ₹55,000 and ₹80,000 in metros across the ₹14.51-21.25 lakh band (indicative).

The 20.4 kmpl diesel manual works out near ₹5-6 per km real-world; the 18.1 kmpl petrol DCT closer to ₹7 per km (indicative). The 50-litre tank stretches past 800 km highway range in the diesel.

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Alcazar vs Rivals

Alcazar vs Mahindra Scorpio N: From ₹13.49 lakh with a 203 PS petrol option and 15.94 kmpl diesel — muscle and presence against the Alcazar's efficiency and finesse. See the Mahindra Scorpio N.

Alcazar vs Tata Safari: From ₹13.40 lakh with a vast 680-litre boot — the cargo-and-space answer to the Alcazar's 180-litre compromise. See the Tata Safari.

Alcazar vs Mahindra XUV 7XO: From ₹13.99 lakh in petrol and diesel — the feature-rich rival that undercuts the Alcazar on entry price. See the Mahindra XUV 7XO.

GaadiInfo Verdict

The Alcazar wins on a calculator and a long test drive, not on a spec-sheet skim. My recommendation splits by gearbox tolerance: if you can row your own, the diesel manual mid-trim is the class economy champion at 20.4 kmpl; if not, the petrol DCT is the sweeter automatic — 160 PS and 18.1 kmpl — and I would pick it over the 116 PS diesel AT. Keep the variant below the ₹19 lakh mark and the premium-over-rivals stays fully covered by kit and running costs.

• Over 1,800 km a month and comfortable with a clutch: diesel manual, no debate — 20.4 kmpl in a seven-seater is the purchase rationale itself.
• Automatic-only households should prefer the petrol DCT (160 PS, 18.1 kmpl) over the diesel AT (116 PS, 18.1 kmpl) — same claimed economy, far stronger performance.
• Use the rivals' lower ₹13.37-13.99 lakh starting prices as your negotiation lever — dealers know exactly which cars you are cross-shopping.
• At PDI, raise the third row and load the 180-litre boot with your actual family luggage — discovering the space equation at delivery is too late. Cycle the panoramic sunroof and powered tailgate too.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Hyundai Alcazar cost in 2026?

₹14.51 lakh to ₹21.25 lakh ex-showroom across 29 variants — 160 PS turbo-petrol (MT/DCT) or 116 PS diesel (MT/AT). On-road figures add roughly 10-15% depending on state.

What mileage does the Alcazar deliver across its engines?

Claimed: 20.4 kmpl for the diesel manual, 18.1 kmpl for the diesel automatic and around 18-18.1 kmpl for the turbo-petrol. The diesel MT's figure is about 36% better than the segment median.

Is the Alcazar's boot too small for seven people?

With all rows up, it is 180 litres — enough for soft bags, not suitcases. Most owners treat it as a 6-7 seater for people or a 5-seater for luggage; if both at once is your routine, test-pack it before booking.

Which Alcazar engine should I choose?

Diesel manual for maximum economy (20.4 kmpl) on high-kilometre duty; petrol DCT if you want an automatic — its 160 PS beats the diesel AT's 116 PS at the same 18.1 kmpl claim.

Does the Alcazar justify costing more than the Scorpio N and Safari?

On entry price, no — it starts ₹0.5-1.1 lakh above them. The recovery comes through economy (20.4 vs 15.94 kmpl claimed diesel figures), the longest 2,760 mm wheelbase in the set, and cabin kit. High-mileage buyers close the gap fastest.

What comfort and safety equipment does the Alcazar carry?

ADAS, panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, ambient lighting, puddle lamps and LED lighting all feature in the range — distribution varies across the 29 variants.

How is the Alcazar for third-row passengers specifically?

The 2,760 mm wheelbase — longer than the Scorpio N's 2,750 mm and Safari's 2,741 mm — is spent on people-room, making its rearmost row among the more usable at this price for medium-length trips.

Buying a used Alcazar — anything specific to check?

Confirm which of the four engine-gearbox combos the car actually is against the VIN, verify RC, hypothecation and challan history via GaadiInfo, and on DCT cars insist on a cold-start test drive.