Hyundai Alcazar Facelift Revealed: Pre-Booking Price of Rs 25,000

Hyundai India has unveiled the facelifted version of the Alcazar and has started accepting bookings for the refreshed three-row SUV. Customers can book the Alcazar facelift at Hyundai dealerships or via the online portal with a booking amount of Rs 25,000.

Trim Options and Seating Configurations

The facelifted Alcazar will be available in four trims: Executive, Prestige, Platinum, and Signature. The SUV offers both six and seven-seat configurations, catering to different customer preferences. Buyers can choose between a petrol or diesel engine, each available with manual and automatic transmission options.

Design Updates: A Fresh Look

The Alcazar facelift incorporates several design changes inspired by the Creta facelift. Notable updates include:

• Front Design: A redesigned nose with H-shaped DRLs, a new grille flanked by light units, and an updated front bumper.
• Side Profile: 18-inch alloy wheels with a new design.
• Rear Design: Tail-lights featuring an H-shaped pattern, connected by an LED light bar, and a new silver-finished rear bumper.

Additionally, Hyundai has introduced a new Robust Emerald Matte finish, expanding the exterior color options to nine.

Engine and Transmission Options

Hyundai has confirmed that the Alcazar facelift will continue to feature the same engine options:

• 1.5-litre Turbo-Petrol: Produces 160hp, paired with either a standard manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
• 1.5-litre Diesel: Produces 116hp, available with a standard manual gearbox or a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission.

Advanced Features and Technology

The top-spec Signature trim is expected to include enhanced features, particularly in connected car technology and a Level 2 ADAS suite, offering more equipment than the outgoing model.

Pricing and Availability

Hyundai will announce the pricing for the Alcazar facelift on September 9. The facelifted model is expected to carry a slight premium over the current model, which is priced between Rs 16.78 lakh and Rs 20.64 lakh for petrol versions and Rs 17.78 lakh to Rs 21.28 lakh for diesel variants.