Hyundai Alcazar vs Mg Hector

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Hyundai Alcazar

Hyundai Alcazar

Signature Lounge Edition 1.5 Diesel AT 5 seat

21.81 lakh

MG Hector

Mg Hector

Plus Petrol Sharp Pro 7 seat CVT

20.15 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1493 cc
1451 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
CVT

Number of Gears

6
1

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

116 hp at 4000 rpm
143hp at 5200 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
250Nm at 3000 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Direct Injection

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
–

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

18.1 kmpl
12.34 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

12.50 kmpl
–

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

16.30 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
60 litres

0-100kph

12.08 s
11.89 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.05 s
6.7 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

9.05 s
8.93 s

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
8.3 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
9.6 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
8.95 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, McPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

–

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R18
215/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R18
215/55 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Turning Radius

–
N/A

Dimensions

Length

4560 mm
4699 mm

Width

1800 mm
1835 mm

Height

1710 mm
1760 mm

Wheelbase

2760 mm
2750 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
None mm

Boot Capacity

–
None litres

Comfort

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Remote Locking

Push Button Start

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Bluetooth Connectivity

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows

Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Keyless Entry

Climate Control

2-zone
1-zone

Rear Window Sun Shades

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Yes (Powered)

Sunroof

Panoramic

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Powered Tailgate

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Trunk Light

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Interior Lamps

–

Door Pockets

–

Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Electric Tailgate Release

Glove Box

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–
LED

Roof Grab Handles

–

Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Central Locking

Hill Descent Control

Automatic Headlamps

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Automatic Wipers

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Rear Defogger

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
Front & Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Lane Departure Avoidance

Front Collision Avoidance

High Beam Assist

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Heads Up Display

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Dashcam

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

Passenger Airbag

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Lane Keep Assist

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Projector Headlamps

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Roof Rails

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
–

Cornering Headlights

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Scuff Plates

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

LED fog lamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Gear Indicator

Head-up Display

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Shift Indicator

Seat Count

5
7

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

Ventilated Seats

Front & Rear
Front Only

Rear Seat Armrest

Front Seat Armrest

Massage Seats

Heated Seats

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

–
60:40

Third Row Seats Split

–
50:50

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
14-inch Touchscreen

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Front USB port

Type C
–

Second Row USB port

Type C
–

Branded Music System

Bose
Harman/Kardon

Speakers

8
–

Connected Car Features

Emergency Call Button

–

Find My Car

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Remote AC On / Off via App

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Over the air (OTA) updates

Geo Fence

Alexa Compatibility

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Questions you may find useful

•10w

Dear Team, I am quite perplexed and would greatly appreciate your assistance. I currently drive a 2023 Hyundai Creta Turbo top-end model and am looking to upgrade to a superior vehicle, with a budget of under Rs 30 lakh. My driving is evenly split between highways and city roads. Usually, there are two adults and one teenager in the car for 99% of my drives. I also admit that I do not have a strong parking sense, which makes me apprehensive about driving larger vehicles. I require a fully automatic car. Once a year, I travel with my family of four adults, one teenager, and a dog, along with substantial luggage to hilly destinations such as Shimla, Mussoorie, and Manali. My Creta has never struggled with the overall load, and I have never faced any issues with its performance or ability to handle steep climbs, even with the air conditioning on and the car fully loaded. The most economical option appears to be the top-end Alcazar, as it is currently available with a discount. However, I am considering the XUV700 top-end AX7L, as I believe it might offer more power and luxury. I am also anticipating the launch of the new MG Hector, which I expect to be more luxurious and fuel-efficient. Could you please advise me on which car would be most suitable for my requirements? If I opt for the top-end Alcazar Turbo Diesel, will it be capable of handling steep climbs with a full load, or should I consider the XUV700 with its 2.0-litre engine? Also, which of these vehicles would provide greater comfort in Delhi's bumper-to-bumper traffic? Regards, Ady