Hyundai Alcazar vs Tata Curvv vs Tata Harrier (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Alcazar if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 20 kmpl), the most seats (7).
- Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (500 L).
- Pick the Tata Harrier if you want the most power (168 bhp).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Alcazar | Tata Curvv | Tata Harrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹14.99 Lakh – ₹21.55 Lakh | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹19.20 Lakh | ₹15.00 Lakh – ₹26.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel | 2.0L Kryotec turbo-diesel |
| Max power | 158 bhp | 123 bhp | 168 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, DCT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 15–20 kmpl | 15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearbox | 14.6 kmpl (AT), 16.8 kmpl (MT) |
| Seating | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Boot space | 180 L | 500 L | 445 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 Alcazar prices & variants →Tata Curvv in short
The Curvv is India's first mainstream coupe SUV, slotting between the Nexon and Harrier to fight the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos with a style-first pitch. It offers two turbo-petrols including Tata's new 1.2L GDI Hyperion unit, a 1.5L diesel, and a 500-litre boot with a powered tailgate. Bharat NCAP awarded it a full 5-star rating.
Full Curvv prices & variants →Tata Harrier in short
The Harrier is Tata's flagship five-seat SUV, built on the OMEGA architecture derived from Land Rover's D8 platform. The 2023 facelift added a plush new cabin with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Level 2 ADAS and a 5-star Bharat NCAP score. Powered solely by the punchy 170 PS Kryotec diesel, it battles the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector and Jeep Compass on road presence and ride sophistication.
Full Harrier prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Alcazar vs Curvv vs Harrier — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Alcazar if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 20 kmpl), the most seats (7). Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (500 L). Pick the Tata Harrier if you want the most power (168 bhp). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Alcazar, Curvv, Harrier?
The Tata Curvv starts lowest at ₹10.00 Lakh, against ₹14.99 Lakh for the Alcazar and ₹15.00 Lakh for the Harrier (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Alcazar: not yet NCAP-tested; Tata Curvv: 5 stars; Tata Harrier: 5 stars.