Skoda Kylaq vs Tata Nexon vs Toyota Taisor (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (446 L).
- Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.37 Lakh), the most power (118 bhp).
- Pick the Toyota Taisor if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.5 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Skoda Kylaq | Tata Nexon | Toyota Taisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh | ₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh | ₹7.70 Lakh – ₹13.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG | 1.2L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol (Boosterjet) |
| Max power | 114 bhp | 118 bhp | 99 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, DCT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) | 20.0-22.8 km/l petrol, 28.5 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 446 L | 382 L | 308 L |
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 →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
Kylaq vs Nexon vs Taisor — which should I buy?
Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (446 L). Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.37 Lakh), the most power (118 bhp). 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 Kylaq, Nexon, Taisor?
The Tata Nexon starts lowest at ₹7.37 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?
Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars; Tata Nexon: 5 stars; Toyota Taisor: not yet NCAP-tested.