Hyundai India recently unveiled its upcoming Alcazar 6/7-seater SUV that will take directly on the newly-launched Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV500 and MG Hector Plus. The three-row SUV from the South Korean carmaker might see a release in coming weeks. Ahead of its market arrival, the company has revealed its engine and gearbox details. Here’s a brief comparison between Hyundai Alcazar and Tata Safari based on their engine specifications.
Engines, Power
– Hyundai’s new three-row SUV will come with both petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol version will use the updated version of the Tucson and Elantra’s 2.0L, 4-cylinder motor. The unit has been tuned for generating power worth 159bhp and 192Nm of torque, thereby making it 7bhp more powerful than the Tucson and Elantra.
– The new Hyundai Alcazar diesel has been packed with the 1.5L, 4-cylinder turbocharged motor borrowed from the Creta 5-seater. The oil burner produces a peak power of 115bhp and 250Nm of torque.
– The Tata Safari, on the other hand, comes with a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine that’s good for 170bhp and 350Nm of torque. It’s the same powertrain that does duty in the Harrier. Tata’s Kryotec diesel engine is said to be inspired by Cryogenic rocket engine. It has low friction valve train architecture and an advanced EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) to meet stringent emission standards.
– Compared to the Safari, the Alcazar diesel is 55bhp less powerful and 100Nm less torqueier.
Gearboxes, Drive Modes
– Both engines of the Alcazar SUV can be had with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission. It offers three drive modes – Eco, City and Sports.
– Similar to the Alcazar, the new Safari comes with three drive modes – Eco, City and Sports. Tata’s three-row SUV also comes with the 6-speed manual and 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox options. Read – 2021 Hyundai Aura Features Leaked Ahead of Launch
Mileage
– Mileage of the Hyundai Alcazar is yet to be revealed. Though, the carmaker has confirmed that its diesel version (with both manual and automatic gearboxes) will deliver best in segment fuel efficiency. The petrol variant is also said to provide “superior” mileage.
– The new Tata Safari promises a fuel efficiency of 16.14kmpl with manual gearbox and 14.08kmpl with automatic transmission.
