Maruti Brezza Facelift Vs Skoda Kylaq: Japanese Simplicity Or German Power?

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The Maruti Brezza has received a facelift, featuring new equipment, enhancements, and a turbo-petrol engine. With Maruti now making the Brezza in line with current car trends, there’s also one car that everyone is talking about: the Skoda Kylaq. The Kylaq is the smallest car from Skoda, which also has a turbo petrol engine and a feature-packed cabin as well. 

So let's compare them and find out which one would be a better pick for you.

Price

• The Brezza starts at Rs 7.40 lakh for the base turbo-petrol manual and goes up to Rs 13.55 lakh for the top-spec petrol automatic. 

• The Kylaq starts at Rs 7.59 lakh and goes up to Rs 12.99 lakh for the top-spec automatic variant. 

• The Brezza offers a dual-tone option with a black roof for an additional Rs 15,000 based on the variant you select. 

Dimensions

• Both the SUVs are similar in terms of length and width.

• In terms of height, the Brezza is 66 mm taller than the Kylaq.

• The Brezza has a shorter wheelbase by 66 mm than the Kylaq.

If you want to know how the Brezza compares with the previous model as well, check our comparison of it. 

Colour Options

• The Brezza offers seven colours to choose from, which include Pearl Arctic White, Bluish Black, Splendid Silver, Magma Grey, Sizzling Red, and newly introduced Vivacious Orange and Lustrous Beige. 

• The Kylaq provides six colours, which are Candy White, Brilliant Silver, Cherry Red, Carbon Steel, Deep Black, and Lava Blue. 

• The Brezza also offers a dual-tone option with a black roof in Sizzling Red, Lustrous Beige, and Pearl Arctic White. 

Powertrain Options

*MT- Manual Transmission, AT- Torque Converter Automatic

• The Brezza now offers a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine along with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol and a 1.5-litre petrol+CNG   

• The Kylaq offers a single powertrain, which is a 1-litre turbo-petrol unit mated to a 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter.

• The Brezza now gets a new 6-speed manual gearbox across the lineup. 

Features & Safety

• The Brezza with the facelift offers new equipment such as a 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charger, and ventilated front seats. 

• The Kylaq, in addition to a similar-sized infotainment system, has 6-way power-adjustable and ventilated front seats.

• With the Brezza, you also get leatherette upholstery, a new automatic climate control switch, and a front centre armrest with storage.

• The Kylaq is also well equipped with a digital driver’s display, ambient lighting, electric sunroof, wireless phone charger, and even paddle shifters. 

• In terms of safety, both are equipped with 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill hold assist, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and rear wiper with a washer as well. 

• The Kylaq adds convenience features like rain-sensing wipers, while the Brezza has additional safety features, which include rear cross traffic alert, blind spot warning, and safe exit warning with the higher variants. 

Other Cars To Consider

• Tata Nexon: The most popular SUV, which has multiple powertrain options and offers a feature-loaded and tech-loaded cabin as well. 

• Mahindra XUV 3XO: The 3XO has a more powerful engine than most rivals and advanced safety features such as ADAS, and it remains the widest in its segment. New Brezza vs XUV 3X0: See how Maruti’s updated SUV compares with its rival.

• Hyundai Venue: Offers a modern cabin experience, plenty of convenience features, and multiple engine choices to suit different requirements.

• Kia Sonet: Stands out with its stylish design and feature-rich interior, while offering both petrol and diesel engine options.

• Kia Syros: Offers a quirky personality, with a roomy and high-quality interior, a plethora of equipment, and competent turbo-petrol and diesel engines. The new Brezza takes on the Syros — here’s everything you need to know about the comparison.

• Nissan Magnite/ Renault Kiger: With accessible pricing, essential features, and a stylish look, these SUVs offer a value-for-money option in this segment. New Brezza vs Kiger and Magnite - check how they compare by tapping on the links.

• Maruti Fronx / Toyota Taisor: With a crossover look and powerful turbo-petrol engine, these SUVs provide power with the Japanese reliability and practicality as well. Thinking to buy the new Brezza? See how it fares against the Maruti Fronx and Taisor before signing the dotted line.