Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (375 L).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.85 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.51 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Venue | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | Maruti Suzuki Fronx |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.65 Lakh | ₹7.40 Lakh – ₹13.71 Lakh | ₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.5L K15C NA petrol / 1.0L Boosterjet turbo-petrol / CNG | 1.2L NA Petrol / 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet Petrol / CNG |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 100 bhp | 99 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17–24 kmpl | 17.38-19.89 kmpl (petrol/turbo), 22.1 km/kg (CNG) | 20.01–22.89 kmpl (petrol), 28.51 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 375 L | 328 L | 308 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 Venue prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Brezza in short
Facelifted in July 2026 with a Rs 7.40 lakh entry price — notably for the new turbo, which Maruti has made the range's entry engine — the Brezza remains Maruti's sub-4-metre SUV workhorse and a perennial top-three seller. The big news is the 1.0L Boosterjet turbo-petrol option (from the Fronx) alongside the familiar 1.5L K15C and a new underbody dual-cylinder CNG kit that frees up boot space, plus front parking sensors, TPMS and Level 1 ADAS features like blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert. It fights the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Kia Syros and Mahindra XUV 3XO, and its 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and strong resale keep it the segment's safe default.
Full Brezza prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Fronx in short
The Fronx is a Baleno-based crossover coupe sold through Nexa, notable for reviving Maruti's 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo-petrol engine. It straddles the premium hatchback and compact SUV spaces, rivalling the Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter and even the Nissan Magnite. Sharp pricing and a wide powertrain spread — NA petrol, turbo and CNG — have made it a strong seller.
Full Fronx prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Venue vs Brezza vs Fronx — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (375 L). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Pick the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.85 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.51 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Venue, Brezza, Fronx?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx starts lowest at ₹6.85 Lakh, against ₹7.40 Lakh for the Brezza and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Venue (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Maruti Suzuki Brezza: 5 stars; Maruti Suzuki Fronx: not yet NCAP-tested.