Kia Sonet vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza vs Toyota Taisor (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Kia Sonet if you want the most power (118 bhp), the biggest boot (385 L).
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.40 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars).
- Pick the Toyota Taisor if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.5 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Kia Sonet | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | Toyota Taisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.41 Lakh – ₹14.09 Lakh | ₹7.40 Lakh – ₹13.71 Lakh | ₹7.70 Lakh – ₹13.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L NA 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-petrol (Boosterjet) |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 100 bhp | 99 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, iMT, DCT, Torque Converter AT, AMT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 18.2-24.1 km/l (ARAI, varies by engine and gearbox) | 17.38-19.89 kmpl (petrol/turbo), 22.1 km/kg (CNG) | 20.0-22.8 km/l petrol, 28.5 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 385 L | 328 L | 308 L |
Kia Sonet in short
The Kia Sonet is one of the most feature-loaded sub-4-metre SUVs on sale, and its 2024 facelift sharpened the styling while making six airbags standard across the range. It remains the only car in its class to offer a diesel-automatic combination, giving it a unique selling point against the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV 3XO. The wide engine-gearbox matrix and segment-first features like ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera keep it a strong all-rounder.
Full Sonet 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 →Toyota Taisor in short
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor is Toyota's take on the Maruti Fronx, a coupe-styled crossover that straddles the hatchback and compact SUV segments. Its highlight is the peppy 1.0 Boosterjet turbo-petrol with a proper six-speed torque-converter automatic, a rarity at this price. Against the Fronx, Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter, it offers sportier looks and Toyota's warranty advantage.
Full Taisor prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Sonet vs Brezza vs Taisor — which should I buy?
Pick the Kia Sonet if you want the most power (118 bhp), the biggest boot (385 L). Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.40 Lakh), the best crash-test score (5 stars). Pick the Toyota Taisor if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.5 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Sonet, Brezza, Taisor?
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza starts lowest at ₹7.40 Lakh, against ₹7.41 Lakh for the Sonet and ₹7.70 Lakh for the Taisor (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Kia Sonet: not yet NCAP-tested; Maruti Suzuki Brezza: 5 stars; Toyota Taisor: not yet NCAP-tested.