Hyundai Alcazar vs Hyundai Creta (2026)
Hyundai Alcazar (₹14.99 Lakh – ₹21.55 Lakh) and Hyundai Creta (₹10.91 Lakh – ₹20.11 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- The Hyundai Creta is more affordable — it starts ₹4.08 Lakh lower than the Hyundai Alcazar.
- The Hyundai Creta is more efficient on paper — up to 21 kmpl vs 20 kmpl.
- The Hyundai Creta has the bigger boot: 433 litres vs 180 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Alcazar | Hyundai Creta |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹14.99 Lakh – ₹21.55 Lakh | ₹10.91 Lakh – ₹20.11 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.5L petrol / 1.5L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel |
| Max power | 158 bhp | 158 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, CVT, DCT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 15–20 kmpl | 17–21 kmpl |
| Seating | 7 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 180 L | 433 L |
Hyundai Alcazar in short
The Alcazar is the three-row sibling of the Creta, refreshed comprehensively in 2024 with new styling and a plusher cabin. It targets the Tata Safari, MG Hector Plus and Kia Carens combination of space and premium feel, in 6- and 7-seat layouts. Captain chairs with a centre console on the 6-seater give it a genuine chauffeur-friendly second row.
Full Alcazarprices & variants →Hyundai Creta in short
The Creta is India's best-selling midsize SUV and the benchmark the Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and VW Taigun are measured against. The 2024 facelift brought a bold new face, twin 10.25-inch screens, Level 2 ADAS and a 158 bhp turbo-petrol flagship. Its unmatched powertrain spread — petrol, turbo and diesel with multiple automatics — is central to its dominance.
Full Cretaprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Alcazar or Creta?
The Hyundai Creta is more affordable — it starts ₹4.08 Lakh lower than the Hyundai Alcazar. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Alcazar vs Creta — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Hyundai Alcazar — not yet tested; Hyundai Creta — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Alcazar or the Creta?
The Hyundai Creta is more affordable — it starts ₹4.08 Lakh lower than the Hyundai Alcazar. The Hyundai Creta is more efficient on paper — up to 21 kmpl vs 20 kmpl. The Hyundai Creta has the bigger boot: 433 litres vs 180 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.