Hyundai Alcazar vs Mg Hector

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Hyundai Alcazar

Hyundai Alcazar

Signature 1.5 Diesel AT 6 seat

21.10 lakh

MG Hector

Mg Hector

Plus Petrol Savvy Pro 7 seat CVT

20.00 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

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
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

Power Windows

Front and Rear

Rear Window Sun Shades

Cup Holders

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

Trunk Light

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Cabin Boot Access

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Powered Tailgate

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Electric Tailgate Release

Interior Lamps

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Sunglass Holder

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

2-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Yes (Powered)

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Glove Box

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–
LED

Roof Grab Handles

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Front Collision Avoidance

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Heads Up Display

–

High Beam Assist

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Side Airbag

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Driver Airbag

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Curtain Airbag

Dashcam

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Lane Keep Assist

Passenger Airbag

Lane Departure Avoidance

Overspeed Warning

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
Front & Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Antenna

Shark Fin
–

Roof Rails

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Projector Headlamps

Cornering Headlights

–

Scuff Plates

–

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

ORVM turn indicators

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

LED fog lamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front & Rear
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

Third Row Seats Split

60:40
50:50

Seat Count

6
7

Entertainment

Audio System

Third Row USB port

2 Type C
–

Second Row USB port

Type C
–

Speakers

8
–

CD Player

Branded Music System

Bose
Harman/Kardon

Front USB port

Type C
–

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

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Geo Fence

Remote AC On / Off via App

Low Battery Warning

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Over the air (OTA) updates

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•3w

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

•19w

I would like to buy a bigger SUV and have shortlisted a few petrol models. My budget is a constraint, but performance is my top priority. The options I am considering are the MG Hector, Tata Harrier, Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar and Mahindra XUV 7XO and Mahindra Scorpio N. Which one would suit me better?