Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza vs Skoda Kylaq (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 claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.40 Lakh).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Venue | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | Skoda Kylaq |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.65 Lakh | ₹7.40 Lakh – ₹13.55 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.5L K15C NA petrol / 1.0L Boosterjet turbo-petrol / CNG | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 100 bhp | 114 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17–24 kmpl | 17.38-19.89 kmpl (petrol/turbo), 22.1 km/kg (CNG) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 375 L | 328 L | 446 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 →Skoda Kylaq in short
The Kylaq is Skoda's first sub-4-metre SUV and its most affordable car in India, aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Every variant gets the willing 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, giving it the strongest driving manners in its class. A five-star Bharat NCAP result seals its family-car credentials.
Full Kylaq prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Venue vs Brezza vs Kylaq — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.40 Lakh). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Venue, Brezza, Kylaq?
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza starts lowest at ₹7.40 Lakh, against ₹8.00 Lakh for the Venue and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Maruti Suzuki Brezza: 5 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars.