Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza (2026)
Hyundai Venue (₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.83 Lakh) and Maruti Suzuki Brezza (₹8.26 Lakh – ₹13.01 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.26 Lakh of each other).
- The Hyundai Venue is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 103 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more efficient on paper — up to 25.51 kmpl vs 24 kmpl.
- Only the Hyundai Venue has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Hyundai Venue has the bigger boot: 375 litres vs 328 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Venue | Maruti Suzuki Brezza |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.83 Lakh | ₹8.26 Lakh – ₹13.01 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.5L K15C NA Petrol with mild hybrid / CNG |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 103 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17–24 kmpl | 17.38–19.8 kmpl (petrol), 25.51 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 375 L | 328 L |
Hyundai Venue in short
The second-generation Venue, launched in late 2025, is Hyundai's volume compact SUV against the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon and Kia Sonet. It grew in size and moved decisively upmarket with dual curved displays, Level 2 ADAS and a diesel automatic option. A 5-star Bharat NCAP result finally silences criticism of the old car's safety.
Full Venueprices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Brezza in short
The Brezza is Maruti's sub-4-metre SUV workhorse and a perennial top-three seller in India's most crowded segment. Fully redesigned in 2022, it fights the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO with a petrol-only strategy backed by a CNG option. It counters rivals' turbo engines with proven reliability, a smooth 6-speed automatic and strong resale.
Full Brezzaprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Venue or Brezza?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.26 Lakh of each other). (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Venue vs Brezza — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Hyundai Venue — 5 stars; Maruti Suzuki Brezza — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Venue or the Brezza?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.26 Lakh of each other). The Hyundai Venue is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 103 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more efficient on paper — up to 25.51 kmpl vs 24 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.