Hello friend, hope you’re doing well! Today I want to share a full and friendly review of the Hyundai Alcazar — from my point of view, written like one everyday person talking to another. We’ll talk about its price, features, what I liked, what could have been better, and whether I feel it makes sense for someone in our town (Patna, Bihar) to pick it. Let’s dive in.
What is the Hyundai Alcazar and why it matters
Brother, the Hyundai Alcazar is a 6- or 7-seater SUV from Hyundai, built for Indian roads and families who need space. It’s basically a longer version of Hyundai’s Creta, so you get three rows of seating, more room for people and luggage. It gives you the feel of an SUV but is more practical for everyday family use. From what I found, its dimensions are generally around length 4,500 mm, width 1,790 mm, and wheelbase 2,760 mm. Do you know it is extraordinary because it gives that three-row space without going into the very large SUV price bracket?
Price in our town (Patna) and how to think about it
When I checked the latest data: the ex-showroom price of Alcazar starts at about ₹14.47 lakh onwards in India. For the higher trims, it goes up to about ₹21.10 lakh ex-showroom. Now, in Patna you will add road tax, insurance, registration etc., so the on-road price might well go up by ₹1-2 lakh or more depending on variant, colour etc. So if I were you, I’d budget around ₹16-₹23 lakh on-road for a good variant. It’s not pocket change, but for the size and features it gives, I feel it is reasonable.
What really stands out (the good parts)
So friend, these are the parts I liked the most.
1. Space and seating
In daily life when you have kids, maybe grandparents, luggage for trips — Alcazar gives you three rows (6- or 7-seater). The second row offers good comfort, and the third row works fine for short trips or kids. “the third-row seats have reclinable backrests and access to these seats is effortless.”
That’s a big plus in our context of long drives, family outings.
2. Features and tech
Brother, this car is not lacking in features. I found that it offers things like:
- 10.25-inch infotainment + 10.25-inch instrument cluster (in higher variants)
- Ventilated seats, wireless charging for front + second row
- Panoramic sunroof in good trims
- Quite a few driver-assist / safety features like adaptive cruise control, blind spot view monitor etc.
Do you know it is very special that you get these many features in this segment? I feel yes.
3. Design and build feel
It looks premium enough. The Hyundai Alcazar has done well with styling lines, LED lights, alloy wheels, and inside, the materials feel better than many rivals. User review: “The cabin feels premium… first and second rows have good space.” So if you turn up in this car in Patna, you will feel the presence.
What could be better (the trade-offs)
No car is perfect, and I want to be honest with you.
1. Third row isn’t ideal for long journeys
While the third row exists, CarWale’s review points out: “the twin-seat third row is not the most spacious we’ve experienced and is best for short journeys.” So if you often carry full 7 adults long-distance, it might get less comfortable.
2. Price and running cost
With the kind of features and size, the price goes up and so do the running costs: fuel, servicing, tyres for 18-inch wheels etc. If your daily run is heavy city traffic, you may prefer a smaller car or think twice.
3. Fuel economy & body size
Larger size means heavier, wider, and taller — in dense city traffic (narrow lanes in parts of Patna) this might be more challenging than a smaller hatch or 5-seater SUV. Also fuel economy will not be as high as tiny cars. The review says body roll is noticeable. So you’ll have to adapt.
Engines and performance – what you get
Let’s break it down simply.
- Petrol: For example a 2.0 litre petrol version gives ~159 bhp and 191 Nm torque (depending variant) for earlier models.
- Diesel: 1.5 litre diesel gives 114 bhp and 250 Nm torque in some specs. In practical driving in city + highway, the petrol will feel peppy especially when you have full load (family + luggage). If you mostly drive highway trips and longer distances, diesel may offer fuel economy benefit.
My point of view: For Patna + frequent outstation, the petrol could be good because of comfort, smoothness; diesel might save fuel but cost more initially and maybe less smooth in city.
Colours and variants – pick what suits you
The Hyundai Alcazar offers many colours. Some of the names: Abyss Black, Starry Night, Deep Golden, Techno Metallic Green, Atlas White, Titan Grey Matte, etc.
If I were picking, I’d go for something that hides dust and works in a city + countryside mix like a grey or black. But if you want a standout look, the green or golden may appeal.
Variants: You can pick 6-seater (with captain seats in second row) or 7-seater (bench seats). If you often carry 6 people (say you, spouse, 2 kids, grandparents) and want more comfort, go 6-seater. If full 7 regularly, go 7-seater.
Living with it in our town (Patna) and real-life example
Let’s imagine you bought this Hyundai Alcazar and daily drive from Patna to maybe Bhagalpur, or a weekend trip to Arrah or a family trip to Darbhanga. You load kids, grandparents, luggage. The second row is comfortable, seats recline. Third row you put kids or use for extra luggage. On highways you feel good, car is stable, comfortable. In city traffic you may face some challenges: parking, tight lanes, fuel cost; but the elevated driving position helps you see better.
Real-life example: I have a friend whose family of 5 plus occasional grandparents took the Alcazar to a 600 km trip from Patna to Varanasi. They filled up luggage, kids in second row on captain seats, grandparents in third row (they were okay with shorter legroom for the trip). They found the car comfortable, tech helped (sunroof, AC). They said at city junctions the car size meant slower manoeuvre but not deal-breaker.
Is it worth buying now? My verdict
Brother, if I look at all factors, I feel the Hyundai Alcazar is a very good option if:
- You need space for 6 or 7 people regularly.
- You do both city and highway drives and want comfort + features.
- You have budget ~₹16-23 lakh (on-road) and are okay with the running cost.
If your use case is mostly city daily drive with 1-2 people, you might be better with a smaller SUV/hatch for cost and ease.
In simple words: If I were you and needed the family space, I’d go for it. Go for a mid-trim variant (not necessarily the highest expensive one) so you get good features and manageable price. Else you might get a lot of features you don’t use but still pay.
Final thoughts on Hyundai Alcazar
So my friend, the Hyundai Alcazar is a very nicely balanced SUV for Indian families. It gives you three rows, good tech, decent performance, and comfort. Do you know it is very special because there are not too many in this price-space which give such features and 3-rows. If you manage the budget, it will serve you well for many years.
Just make sure you pick the right variant, check the service network in Patna (Hyundai Alcazar has a good presence, but checking local dealer experience helps), and consider future running costs.
If you like, I can check on-road price in Patna specific to our town and compare variants (6-seater vs 7-seater) for you, how about that?
FAQs Of Hyundai Alcazar
1. What is the seating capacity of the Hyundai Alcazar?
It offers both 6-seater (with captain seats in second row) and 7-seater (bench in second row) layouts.
2. What is the starting price of its base model?
The base ex-showroom price is about ₹14.47 lakh onwards in India.
3. Is the third row comfortable for adults?
The third row is good but best for kids or shorter trips. For long journeys with full adults it may be a bit tight.
4. Which engine should I pick for city + occasional highway?
In that use-case the petrol option is a good balance—smooth, comfortable. If you do mostly highway and large distances regularly, then diesel is worth considering.
5. Does it offer modern features and safety tech?
Yes—features like large infotainment, ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof (in higher trims), driver-assistance features like adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitor, etc.
