Maruti Suzuki Brezza vs Skoda Kylaq vs Tata Nexon (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L).
- Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.37 Lakh), the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24.08 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | Skoda Kylaq | Tata Nexon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.40 Lakh – ₹13.55 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh | ₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L K15C NA petrol / 1.0L Boosterjet turbo-petrol / CNG | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG |
| Max power | 100 bhp | 114 bhp | 118 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17.38-19.89 kmpl (petrol/turbo), 22.1 km/kg (CNG) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 328 L | 446 L | 382 L |
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 →Tata Nexon in short
The Nexon is Tata's best-selling model and a perennial top-three player in India's cut-throat sub-4-metre SUV segment against the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. The 2023 facelift brought a dramatic Curvv-inspired design, twin digital displays and a 7-speed DCA automatic. It holds 5-star ratings from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP, and is the only car in the class with turbo-petrol, diesel and turbo-CNG options.
Full Nexon prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Brezza vs Kylaq vs Nexon — which should I buy?
Pick the Maruti Suzuki Brezza as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L). Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.37 Lakh), the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24.08 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Brezza, Kylaq, Nexon?
The Tata Nexon starts lowest at ₹7.37 Lakh, against ₹7.40 Lakh for the Brezza and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Maruti Suzuki Brezza: 5 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars; Tata Nexon: 5 stars.