Kia Syros vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza (2026)
Kia Syros (₹8.42 Lakh – ₹15.82 Lakh) and Maruti Suzuki Brezza (₹7.40 Lakh – ₹13.71 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more affordable — it starts ₹1.02 Lakh lower than the Kia Syros.
- The Kia Syros is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 100 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more efficient on paper — up to 22.1 kmpl vs 20.8 kmpl.
- The Kia Syros has the bigger boot: 465 litres vs 328 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Kia Syros in short
Launched in early 2025, the Kia Syros slots between the Sonet and Seltos with boxy, EV3-inspired styling and a surprisingly premium cabin. It brings big-car features to the sub-4-metre class, including a panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS and segment-first reclining-and-sliding rear seats with ventilation. A 5-star Bharat NCAP rating strengthens its case against the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza and its own sibling, the Sonet.
Full Syros 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 →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Syros or Brezza?
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more affordable — it starts ₹1.02 Lakh lower than the Kia Syros. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Syros vs Brezza — which is safer?
The Kia Syros scores 5 stars and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the Syros or the Brezza?
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more affordable — it starts ₹1.02 Lakh lower than the Kia Syros. The Kia Syros is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 100 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is more efficient on paper — up to 22.1 kmpl vs 20.8 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.