Hyundai Alcazar 2025 Launched with Luxury Upgrades, Starts at ₹16.77 Lakh

If you’ve been eyeing a stylish 7-seater SUV that offers comfort, presence, and the right touch of luxury, Hyundai just gave you another reason to consider the Alcazar. For 2025, Hyundai has updated the Alcazar with subtle luxury enhancements, making it an even more desirable family SUV. Starting at ₹16.77 lakh (ex-showroom), it feels like a solid package that blends practicality with upscale features.

Let’s dive into what’s new, what stays strong, and why this SUV is making fresh headlines in India.

What’s New in the 2025 Hyundai Alcazar?

The latest Alcazar refresh isn’t about flashy redesigns but thoughtful improvements that focus on enhancing the overall premium experience. Think of it as Hyundai quietly polishing up a well-loved gem.

The biggest update comes in the form of added luxury touches across variants. You now get a new dual-tone paint option (Abyss Black and Titan Grey combos are especially sharp), redesigned alloys, and extra chrome detailing that gives the SUV a richer road presence. Hyundai has made subtle styling revisions on the grille and bumper, but nothing overly dramatic. It still looks classy and commanding.

Inside, the changes are a little more noticeable. There’s a revised interior color palette with deep brown and black tones. The upholstery has been upgraded with soft-touch materials, and Hyundai is now offering ventilated front seats and a dual-zone climate control system in more variants.

Hyundai’s aim is clear: make the Alcazar feel more premium without pricing it out of reach.

Pricing Breakdown: More Choice, Smart Value

The Alcazar 2025 starts at ₹16.77 lakh for the base petrol variant. The top-end diesel automatic with all the bells and whistles now goes up to ₹21.28 lakh (ex-showroom).

Here’s a quick idea of the pricing tiers:

  • Prestige Executive 1.5 Turbo Petrol MT – ₹16.77 lakh
  • Platinum 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT – ₹18.67 lakh
  • Signature 1.5 Diesel AT (6-seater) – ₹20.25 lakh
  • Signature (O) 1.5 Diesel AT Dual Tone (7-seater) – ₹21.28 lakh

Yes, it’s getting close to Creta-based Tucson territory, but for families needing an extra row of seats without losing out on features, the Alcazar still carves out its own niche.

Still Built on Practicality: Space for Everyone

One of the Alcazar’s biggest USPs has always been its ability to comfortably fit 6 or 7 passengers. That’s still true.

Hyundai has made sure the third-row experience remains usable—not just a token bench. While it’s still best for kids or smaller adults, the space, headroom, and comfort levels are better than many rivals. The second-row captain seat version (6-seater) adds that business-class feel for middle passengers.

The boot space, even with all rows up, is decent for daily use, and folds down neatly if you need more room for bags during weekend trips.

Features That Feel First-Class

Hyundai isn’t shy about loading its cars with tech, and the 2025 Alcazar proves that point again.

Some top highlights:

  • 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Digital instrument cluster with customizable layouts
  • Panoramic sunroof that stretches almost to the third row
  • Wireless phone charging (now available in both front and rear)
  • Front and rear ventilated seats (segment-leading for the price)
  • Surround-view camera and blind view monitor for added safety and ease of parking
  • Premium Bose sound system in top trims

If you’re someone who likes tech-laden cabins, this SUV gives you all the toys without overcomplicating the interface.

Powertrain Choices: Smooth & Efficient

The Alcazar continues to offer two engine choices, and both come with automatic options.

  • 1.5L Turbo Petrol (160 PS, 253 Nm)
    Available with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT. It’s smooth, peppy, and offers good drivability even with 6-7 passengers on board.
  • 1.5L CRDi Diesel (116 PS, 250 Nm)
    Available with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. This one’s the choice for those looking for long drives and higher mileage.

The petrol DCT is surprisingly fun and refined, making it a top pick for urban drivers. But the diesel remains the choice for highway cruisers, offering an excellent blend of power and efficiency.

Mileage Figures (ARAI-Claimed)

  • Petrol MT: Around 17.5 km/l
  • Petrol DCT: Close to 18.8 km/l
  • Diesel MT: Around 20.4 km/l
  • Diesel AT: About 19.2 km/l

Not bad for a three-row SUV with some weight to haul.

Safety Gets a Small Boost Too

Hyundai has stepped up its safety game by making more features standard across the lineup. The 2025 Alcazar now includes:

  • 6 airbags standard across all variants
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • Hill Start Assist
  • TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
  • Rear parking sensors + camera
  • ISOFIX child seat anchors

The top variant also gets Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) like forward collision warning and lane keep assist, which are trickling down from the Tucson and Ioniq lineup.

How Does It Compare With Rivals?

The Alcazar sits between two segments, and that’s both its strength and challenge.

It’s bigger and more premium than the Ertiga/XL6, but smaller than the Innova Hycross or XUV700. It directly competes with the MG Hector PlusTata Safari, and Mahindra Scorpio-N.

Where it wins:

  • Better refinement
  • Smoother petrol engine with DCT
  • Higher feature list
  • Better fit-finish and tech
  • Strong brand trust in urban India

Where others might do better:

  • More powerful diesel engines (Safari and Scorpio-N)
  • Rugged off-road DNA (Scorpio-N, XUV700 AWD)
  • Larger cabin and road presence (Innova Hycross)

Still, for someone looking for comfort, tech, and city-friendly driving in a three-row SUV, the Alcazar hits a sweet spot.

Is the Alcazar 2025 Worth It?

If you want a three-row SUV that feels more like a tech-savvy premium car than a trucky utility vehicle, yes. The updates for 2025 make it more plush, and Hyundai has balanced pricing and features well.

It’s especially great for:

  • Urban families
  • Long-distance travelers
  • Buyers moving up from hatchbacks/sedans to something bigger
  • People who value refinement, not just brute size

The fact that it starts under ₹17 lakh is icing on the cake, considering how much you get even at the entry level.

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