Renault Kiger vs Skoda Kylaq vs Toyota Taisor (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Renault Kiger if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.30 Lakh).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the most power (114 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (446 L).
- Pick the Toyota Taisor if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.5 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Renault Kiger | Skoda Kylaq | Toyota Taisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.30 Lakh – ₹11.30 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh | ₹7.70 Lakh – ₹13.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.0L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol | 1.2L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol (Boosterjet) |
| Max power | 99 bhp | 114 bhp | 99 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, CVT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 19.2-20.5 kmpl (ARAI) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 20.0-22.8 km/l petrol, 28.5 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 4 stars | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 405 L | 446 L | 308 L |
Renault Kiger in short
The Renault Kiger is the price warrior of the compact SUV class, refreshed in 2025 with a bolder face, updated cabin and six airbags. It significantly undercuts the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Brezza while offering a willing 100 PS turbo-petrol and a 405-litre boot. A four-star Global NCAP result counters the budget-badge perception.
Full Kiger 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 →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
Kiger vs Kylaq vs Taisor — which should I buy?
Pick the Renault Kiger if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.30 Lakh). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the most power (114 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (446 L). 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 Kiger, Kylaq, Taisor?
The Renault Kiger starts lowest at ₹6.30 Lakh, against ₹7.70 Lakh for the Taisor and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Renault Kiger: 4 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars; Toyota Taisor: not yet NCAP-tested.