Hyundai Alcazar vs Tata Safari - Two very different takes on the three row SUV | Autocar India

On the face of it, the Hyundai Alcazar and Tata Safari are direct rivals. They're both SUVs, both offer seating for up to 7 passengers and both even sport similar price tags. However, as Nikhil Bhatia finds out, each appeals for very different reasons.
0:00 - Introduction
0:39 - Size and style
1:29 - Tata Safari cabin
2:37 - Hyundai Alcazar cabin
3:32 - Features
4:07 - Safety
4:29 - Seating configurations
4:49 - Alcazar middle row
5:59 - Safari middle row
7:15 - Safari third row
8:01 - Alcazar third row
8:33 - Luggage space
9:02 - Tata Safari engine options
9:22 - Hyundai Alcazar engine options
9:48 - Engine comparison
10:11 - Alcazar in the city
11:02 - Safari in the city
11:54 - Alcazar on the highway
14:13 - Performance tests
14:30 - Safari on the highway
16:02 - Braking
16:21 - Bad roads
17:37 - Price and verdict
18:52 - BTS
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#HyundaiAlcazar #TataSafari #Autocar

[@xtechtips152]

In reality people will buy more Alcazar than Safari but on KZbin everyone will buy Safari

[@aniketsanjayshirsekar7932]

Ur rite brother 😜

[@commandopml5695]

Yeah 😂

[@varadkasarr]

Sad truth bro...

[@gauravj6648]

Touché

[@itsmeee7364]

its like tat youtube viewer mostly prefer safari because they know the truth , offline buyers who is not an auto enthusiast tend to buy the alcazar

[@PiXimperfect]

TATAs do have an amazing lineup of cars and I love how they have prioritized safety. I think if only their after-sales service and buying experience would be up to the mark, maybe the KZbin comments and sales figures might match as compared to Hyundai.

[@raghavkotabagi9917]

Oh, and don't forget the niggles that come absolutely "free of cost" with the Safaris and the Harriers. I root for them big time, but I end up recommending potential buyers of niggle free Marutis, Hyundais and Kias every time.

[@ajayrathore8704]

Damn never expected you here

[@abhijiths7637]

Ironically now hyundai's service centers are getting bad reputation now Saw many reviews about people complaining that hyundai doesn't treat its customers with respect... But yeah tata has to improve a lot in there of service centers

[@thomsonsunil7394]

Yeah

[@SahilSharma-hl5nz]

Exactly that is the only problem remaining with TATA's

[@vindhasindhu]

I need safari's presence and alcazar's tech list... Hopes on XUV 700.

[@namithshetty2019]

Yup

[@thulasidalam]

Safari vs Xuv 700…the battle will be legendary 😄

[@HVP7]

Xuv 700 will be a better choice

[@sahilrwt29]

What about Xuv500 new version. Is it coming too or is it being replaced by XUV700?

[@neoten994]

Anyone know about pricing for xuv 700?

[@24638]

I think XUV 700 can be a easy pic looking at those teasers.

[@anonymous3207]

Where safari's features list just gets ended the XUV 7OO's features list just started 🌝🌚

[@prathameshrivonkar7215]

We really need a car with Tata's build quality, styling and with Hyundai's interior and overall plush cabin experience...

[@aayushvijayvergiya7252]

That comes at a cost , think of something like range rover class suv, here where safari is tough more safer and powerful and bigger in size and with real suv performance , while on the other hand the alcazar is just the adapted 3 row seater version of creta with added on techs and whistles simple as that and all of these cost money.

[@aayushvijayvergiya7252]

The point i am making is that its not what you really need , if you have money to afford its already there in the market .....

[@amit_israni]

Its called the Compass.

[@pratapfeelinggood]

Than JEEP is the car for you

[@amish5924]

360° camera is very useful, especially in India. Would have been amazing if the Safari featured it too!

[@Anjuraj]

Safari is way expensive. In Bangalore it touches 27 lac on road for fully loaded. And it missed a lot of good to have features in a premium SUV like Lane change camera, 360 Camera, a good infotainment system without lag, Ventilated sets, Sun blind, Darker interior option, Wireless charging and charging points for middle row passenger, Flat folding of third row Seats for proper boot space and all windows one touch power up and down. Tata should up their game. But it offers best in class engine and road presence and good ESPs mode and drive quality. 1.5 lt diesel engine of Alcazar doesnt justify this segment.. though its heavily loaded with features

[@devaustin_320]

Everyone's opinion Safari but alcazar got 11k + bookings in a month

[@abhishekparab7786]

Tata should add some features like a hand free tailgate wireless charger and most importantly upholstery theme should be changed there should be a choice of at least one more theme like the Safari Adventure Persona upholstery has even reverse camera quality needs to be improved and yes like Nikhil said Tata should introduce a Dark edition of the Safar too 😉

[@Slaps_Claps]

Koreans have figured out their strat for Indian markets, pump the vehicle with features over the top and slap them with an introductory price. Honestly that safari platform is the best in the segment along with a auto box borrowed from a hyundai tuscon. These tech gizmos will become obsolete down the road but safari with its emphasis more on the actual driving part, will age beautifully

[@ajaykumarkonkati]

I'd checked out Alcazar in my nearby dealership, on a positive note the build quality of the body shell is amazingly solid, the doors shut with a loud thud and the fit and finish of interiors is supreme, but the space management is unimpressive. The space for the 1st two rows is good but I've found the 3rd row space is a big downer compared to Safari's. If we move the 2nd row seat bit ahead to liberate some room for the 3rd row, the 2nd row passengers may bash their foot at the B Pillar while ingress and egress. Overall Safari has better space at 3rd row.

[@shikharjain5831]

Autocar videos are now a benchmark for other car review channels 👌

[@rajmhapuskar9770]

Great comparison. Loving the BTS! :D

[@aahanhegde9193]

you should also include the innova crysta facelift in the next comparison to see if old is still gold. Loved the comparison!!

[@bommareddybrijendrareddy9301]

In my personal opinion, the Tata Safari is a very comfortable, safe and a spacious large Crossover SUV.

[@ajayaravind7338]

i would go for alcazar....has a practical boot 180 L...wher are 6 people going to put their luggage in the safari???..In india people go by the size of the vehicle..not the overall product..alcazar any day..

[@manthanshah4556]

the most awaited car comparison of 2021!

[@josephilip1798]

When you take a look at the comment section of any Tata video, you will think that tata is gonna sell more. But they are just keyboard warriors 🤣

[@achuthanharidas6035]

I don't think there is a fight here...for a person who genuinely wants an SUV that is good to drive, they might still opt for the Safari no matter what goodies the Hyundai offers. But the real battle will be when XUV700 comes in to kick some ass ..😆

[@ekanshvyas7253]

That feeling when you’ve completed the whole dialogue perfectly but end up saying ALCAZAR Instead of SAFARI 😂😂😂 Kudos to the perfect comparison Autocar!

[@NikhilGupta-wi4qv]

Compare alcazar with hector plus too!!!

[@autocarindia1]

Coming soon!

[@123shaa]

@@autocarindia1 waiting

[@kapilbhardwaj16]

Diff people have diff needs , likes and dislikes , for me its always ride, handling , suspension , solidity.

[@maxmavrick7]

Alcazar’s cabin and dashboard looks way more superior and high tech than that of safari’s

[@Krieky]

Superb review! The recommendations were so clear!

[@bhairavgodse7]

About time!tl Thanks @Autocar

[@ganeshmidge8849]

Alcazar is best in price and feature but safari is so costly, both are good

[@viperrrrrz]

That first shot: Looks like a safari vs hexa !

[@runse9012]

I like the Cabin ambience of the Safari more coz it's white/beige(idk) but the Alcazar feels more welcoming

[@nargissaree2004]

I have bought petrol Alcazar and quite happy with power and thank god it’s not hard driving in city like a safari

[@SriHarsha.Bangaluru]

I liked both .. as I just owned Alcazar, just loving it. I also loved Safari, wish I could own this as well 😊

[@jabezwilson5094]

Was waiting for this video, thank you autocar for this comparison

[@aravindbnr]

Very well compiled , great video

[@mr.ashuda]

Tata designers hit the ball out of the park with the Safari ! a modern and beastly design through and through, interior design is classy, clutter free and will probably age well

[@sdc7173]

I don't know why Tata did not offer sunshades and ambient lighting.,. Something that the Hexa had ..

[@shreeshansaikia7772]

Safari has ambient lighting in top model

[@LoneWolf-bk7zx]

Alcazar interior looks 🔥Safari exterior looks 🔥

[@mrbalaji751990]

Safari 👍… Nikhil 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@spooked2104]

Its nice seeing Tata being in the talks now... I lost my mind when i saw Hexa and the tata badge being in the same showroom

[@lalithstelugutechinfo4287]

The tata badge being in same room what do you mean?

[@praneshm2089]

A rainy day, cup of tea, and autocar video... ❤️❤️❤️ BLISS...

[@ajayaravind7338]

there is a difference of 2L between alcazar and safari top end automatic .. budget should be considered...

[@bari1297]

Great comparison. The final verdict what you can expect helps to choose very clearly.

[@rahularavind5807]

Safari is practically good..so i choose safari..but alcazar driving is good also..

[@Listed_]

Your presentation was good. Informative and less dramatic.

[@nagasai1552]

Great work 👌 and useful video 👏

[@prakhar.29december]

Safari lovers are found less on the roads and more on the Internet.

[@ajayaravind7338]

very true buddy..sales numbers peak for themself

[@mr.p2407]

Any day #safari 😍

[@gauravsahani3761]

Amazing video ❤️

[@NimitRaiya]

Great comparison with pinpoint pros and cons kudos to Auto car india team.

[@miteshsonkusare7310]

I know #ALCAZAR is better in feature but #SAFARI give you more power build quality & ride is better to that is more important than features #SAFARI is best ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@HeigrujamMaurich]

I am just crazy on Alcazar. Plan to buy one shortly.

[@theinnocentkid-_-3880]

The only best reviews! We couldn't chose between these 2. Finally did go for Safari xza. Thank you Autocar

[@abhinandandatt]

I have my safari xza+ adventure persona And very very happy with the choice

[@shaishavgandhi]

Comprehensive and Impressive Review!

[@diodio593]

Alcazar feels more like a MPV than a SUV.

[@arshadhrahman]

Love your presentation..

[@pritpalsingh5844]

Hi, Autocar India and Mr. Nikhil Bhatia, good comparison & equally good verdict. I'm from Punjab and here peoples like big & butch SUVs. Going by the trend & demand Tata Safari is the choice for any true SUV buyer. It will be great if Tata Motors comes up with a 4WD or AWD version.

[@nithinjs88]

Eagerly waiting for creta vs kushaq!!!

[@caraccessories1680]

Love Safari ❤️

[@hrishikeshs1582]

I think after a while now, Autocar has started to make more realistic and true videos than ever. There was a point I stopped watching autocar, but I have to say, you guys have still got it.

[@Storytimeforall244]

Very detailed information provided 👍

[@rarihultul]

First comment. Great work team Autocar

[@pritamswarupajena1194]

Awesome video Autocar

[@biswajeetroy6395]

Hyundai & there creations,, Always 👍

[@shreeshaphebbar5623]

Both are excellent cars.... But the 3rd row seats is better in Safari...... 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@shibpan]

Hyundai brand value will help it to sell more though most of us will appreciate Safari. Tata branding has to touch much higher scale and its after sales support has to add value to keep it going

[@khokdebbarma6619]

Tata Safari is best value SUV perfect for family, comfort Ness, Design and luxurious interior and also best for off roading

[@devanggoel9874]

tata safari

[@paavanshetty267]

Perfect verdict I think!👍

[@sahil__10]

SAFARI💙💕

[@itsmeee7364]

xuv 700 will fire the segment especially the tuned i20 engined alcazar

[@ullhastayade]

Damn neat review ❤️

[@mithunmitz9646]

Tata has improved a lot comparing to it's Indigo/Indica terrible days.. I would buy a Tata now..👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Still Hyundai's quality and gimmicks are very hard to beat especially for Indians, these matter the most..

[@akashbhatia8168]

Eagerly looking forward to Autocar comparison of XUV 700 & Hector Plus.. Price bracket of 13-17Lacs for a 6 or 7 seater SUV is what a common man can afford. Let's see who's the best among all..

[@davidzkitchentips7648]

Proper SUV stance More powerful engine Better 3rd row Better off- road capabilities Better looks And definitely better safety, The safari wins anyday.....

[@AmarBhonsle1]

I'll always prefer safari/harrier over any other SUV because for me safety is more important than useless tech-gizmos. #TataSafari #TataHarrier #Tata

[@shashankrai6918]

To the point... Perfect Comparison..... Waiting for XUV 700 to be compared to Tata Safari

[@aravindhsm1287]

The 2lakh price difference will play the spoilsport for safari considering the fact that alcazar gets more features

[@rishiacharya2290]

This guy is the best of the lot..amazing

[@amitnale6569]

Safari best👌💓

[@rishi449]

Tata safari always legendary vehicle 😎🔥❤️✌️👍🏻🔥

[@AamirKhanPathaan]

Now I am totally confused between them I am a big fan of Safari (not Tata) but Alcazar brings you more features I mean a lot more features than Safari. I know the Safari is known to be the king of the road but Alcazar is more like value for money.... in a big dilemma....

[@pointbreaker9508]

Saf

[@SandeepSharma-se3zr]

Seems Safari is a better bet though tata has always been a miser and probably don't feel Indian users deserve better and modern day features. Tata must learn and put those salient features and give respect to its customers. Desi is good till it doesn't remain dehatti

[@varghesethainan6932]

Safari for ride quality and road presence

[@dost3636]

Everyone is gangsta until they see Alcazar 's 11k+ bookings in a month. 😁

[@amanminhas4779]

😂😂

[@mohanm867]

Autocar waiting for Hyundai Palisade 🔥

[@abhinavgupta4428]

Hyundai has diesel supremecy, don't know why they are shying away from their 2l diesels. It can be given as option in alcazar, next gen tucson and elantra can also use them too

[@houseoflaw8624]

Waiting for mg Hector plus comparison 🤩

[@dhruvp.agarwal6560]

Safari anyday😍😍

[@shreyanshmanitripathi4093]

Safari is the legendary car and when it meets with feel good features along with modern look definitely makes a more sense to buy .

[@praveenhegde8107]

What is stopping the Tatas from getting the old range rover P38 design with new platform as the new Tata Sumo , it would move the game further up for Tata.

[@anilanupammohanty2180]

I would have wanted hector plus too in the comparison. Most importantly include the Innova Crysta and let's see where these 5+2 setup FWD cars stand. Not apple vs apple thing but it would give us clearer picture about our investments when the budget is around 20-25 lakhs.

[@keshavmaskara4715]

The alcazar comes with very useful set of features like blind spot monitoring, better touchscreen,360 camera and most importantly sun sunshades in built......... Safari has been packed with features just to add to the list and not many of them will prove to be worthy

[@SG-yx5dv]

Can you do a video comparision review of safari vs crysta, waiting to see them

[@atshomarhu4823]

I hope xuv will offer best in class 3rd row

[@yashkumarjain8978]

If Safari had an interior like alcazar just the infointment system paddle shifters etc. it would be a unbeatable car in price range

[@manojprabakar959]

what is the drivetrain of Safari & Alcazar ? Rear Wheel Drive or Front Wheel Drive ?

[@ajinkyapandit9136]

Adventure Persona looks absolutely lit 🔥

[@M_N999]

Nowadays anything and everything is called an SUV . Gone are the Golden days when options were less but when SUV were SUV ... The most iconic trio were Pajero Old safari and Old Fortuner

[@shirishshinde2451]

very nice video

[@kunal241990]

Value proposition: HECTOR PLUS Indian Suv: Tata SAFARI Moderate SUV with slick styling & features: Hyundai ALCAZAR

[@itsmeee7364]

hector is no more value they increased the price by lakhs that tend to harrier n safari sells more then hector twins

[@kushagrasharma1566]

finally there something that could replace innova crysta