Hyundai Alacazar: The mid-size SUV landscape in India has changed drastically with the arrival of the Hyundai Alcazar, a clear bar-setter when it comes to luxury in this segment.
Leveraging the strong foundation of its elder sibling, the Creta, the Alcazar has managed to etch out its own identity, one that is engineered and created to pamper luxury aficionados with a taste for space, sophistication and versatility.
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Hyundai Alacazar Unique Look with Executive Style
The Alcazar’s exterior combines rugged road presence with a sleek design for a charismatic look. The increased wheelbase over the Creta is handled in an harmonious manner with balanced proportions which keep the visual weight in check despite the extra length.
Its distinctive identity exterior cues- such as the signature cascading grille featuring a unique lattice pattern, the split type front LED headlamps with DRLs (subject to variant) are all set to project an unforgettable bold image.
From the side, the Alcazar is set apart by exclusive 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, chrome surrounds for windows and roof rails which become a part of the premium SUV look.
The back gets connected tail lamps and a connecting reflector strip to further widen the visual appeal of the car as well as strengthen the brand signature.
With a touch of colour such as the Taiga Brown, Starry Night and Phantom Black, the Alcazar extends the SUV experience fulfilling the customers’ aspirations of sophistication for the perfect executive appeal.
Inside Sanctuary of Thoughtful Luxury
Hyundai Alacazar Slip behind the wheel of the Alcazar, and the premium positioning is obvious in the way materials were chosen and design elements incorporated to enhance the tactile feel.
The two-tone roof boasts of a luxurious Cognac Brown-hued leather inside which certainly sets a suave tone, and metallic finish on all touchpoints makes for a subtle styling highlight and not an over-the-top one.
These are also upholstered in quilted leather and represent touch points offering tactile response reinforcement.
What really separates the Alcazar, as the name suggests, is the extent of comfort in the second row, especially in the six-seater with captain’s chairs.
From recline to slide and individual armrests, the rear passengers can enjoy the first class experience, not normally suitable to rear passengers provided by competitors.
This center console between these seats is thoughtfully shaped and provides wireless charging and more storage for real-world needs, while maintaining the premium feel.
Full Comfort Options
Hyundai Alacazar The Alcazar has proven its comfort level with a wide array of convenience features that help make for a comfortable drive for all its occupants.
The large panoramic sunroof bathes the cabin in natural light, promoting an open and airy feeling and a connection with the world at large.
Three-zone automatic climate control system with vents in all three rows maintains the perfect temperature for every passenger in any season.
Ventilated seats in the front row take care of the heat and humidity found in many tropical countries, and an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory function is ideal for those with multiple drivers at home.
The Bose premium sound system features 8 strategically placed speakers that give you rich sound with music or talk content and makes travelling in your vehicle a more pleasurable experience.
On longer drives, the ambient lighting system with a selection of several colors helps set an ideal evening mood, and side window sunshades for the second row also contribute on sunny days. The built-in air purifier with AQI display is translated to meet the public’s wariness surrounding the air environment, especially in urban areas.
Seamless Technology That Adds Value to the Experience
It’s here that the Alcazar really stands out, though, with an array of tech that makes life, and driving, easier and safer.
Hyundai BlueLink is an innovative connected car solution, which includes all the cloud-based, connected services in the form of an application and a hardware-based system designed to provide complete peace of mind at all times.
The interior is dotted with large screens as well, namely the 10.25-inch all-digital instrument cluster with customizable themes and full data projection, and a larger-than-average infotainment system on the dash with a touchscreen measuring 10.25 inches, both of which offer wireless connections to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
That 360-degree camera system gives you plenty of confidence when trying to fit into a tight parking space, and the blind view monitor will even give you a real-time view of a camera feed in the instrument cluster when you activate the turn signals — it could become a real safety feature to eliminate dangerous blind spots.
Plenty of USB charging ports inside help to keep all devices charged on long trips, and there wireless smartphone charging pads up front and second rows to recognise the demand for tech connectivity.
Such considerate inclusions further establish the Alcazar as a completely contemporary premium product.
Hyundai Alacazar Performance Tuned for Comfort
The Alcazar gives you motor choices that lean towards sophistication than outright sportiness, which is as it should be, given its positioning as a plush choice.
The 2.0 liter petrol engine offers linear power delivery without much of a noise inside the cabin whereas, the 1.5-liter diesel is torquey enough to help you cruise on the highway without much fuss and gives a decent fuel mileage for that drive.
Both are available with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission, the latter with paddle shifters for those rare occasions when a little more driver involvement is desired.
Available drive mode select (Comfort, Eco and Sport modes) adjusts powertrain, noise, and steering to suit driving conditions, ensuring as enjoyable a driving experience as possible.
Special mention also to the fine chassis tuning for providing that high level of comfort. Engineers have struck an impressive balance with it that soaks up most of the road imperfections without allowing body movement get out of hand, it feels composed even in a tricky surfaces that are quite characteristic of many an Indian highways and our cities.
Hyundai Alacazar Conclusion
Commenting on the Alcazar, Mr. S S Kim, MD and CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd., said, ‘The Hyundai Alcazar has gone beyond the ordinary to offer our customers a product that is exceptional and unlike anything that the Indian market has seen before in its category.
Our approach fulfills the emotional AND practical needs of consumers and represents a distinctive proposition for consumers in the market looking for a car that elevates their daily drive.
For the discriminating customer who appreciates comfort, technology, and versatility but may not be ready to step into luxury-brand territory, Hyundai Alcazar is a well thought out answer which pays equal attention to both driver and rear-passenger experience.
As the SUV category continues to develop, this greater emphasis on all-round comfort establishes a unique proposition targeted at consumers who want more than just style from their automotive purchase.”
