Maruti Brezza Facelift Vs Skoda Kylaq: Japanese Simplicity Or German Power?
The Brezza and the Kylaq are offering feature-loaded cabins in their respective styles
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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
| Model |
Maruti Brezza |
Skoda Kylaq |
| Price (ex-showroom) |
Rs 7.40 lakh to Rs 13.55 lakh |
Rs 7.59 lakh to Rs 12.99 lakh |
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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.
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The Kylaq starts at Rs 7.59 lakh and goes up to Rs 12.99 lakh for the top-spec automatic variant.
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The Brezza offers a dual-tone option with a black roof for an additional Rs 15,000 based on the variant you select.
Dimensions
| Parameter |
Maruti Brezza |
Skoda Kylaq |
Difference |
| Length |
3995 |
3995 |
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| Width |
1790 |
1783 |
+7 mm |
| Height |
1685 |
1619 |
+66 mm |
| Wheelbase |
2500 |
2566 |
(-66 mm) |
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Both the SUVs are similar in terms of length and width.
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In terms of height, the Brezza is 66 mm taller than the Kylaq.
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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
| Maruti Brezza |
Skoda Kylaq |
| Vivacious Orange |
Candy White |
| Lustrous Beige |
Brilliant Silver |
| Pearl Arctic White |
Cherry Red |
| Bluish Black |
Carbon Steel |
| Splendid Silver |
Deep Black |
| Magma Grey |
Lava Blue |
| Sizzling Red |
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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.
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The Kylaq provides six colours, which are Candy White, Brilliant Silver, Cherry Red, Carbon Steel, Deep Black, and Lava Blue.
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The Brezza also offers a dual-tone option with a black roof in Sizzling Red, Lustrous Beige, and Pearl Arctic White.
Powertrain Options
| Model |
Maruti Brezza |
Skoda Kylaq |
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| Engine |
1-litre turbo petrol |
1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol with mild hybrid |
1.5-litre petrol+CNG with mild hybrid |
1-litre turbo-petrol |
| Transmission |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT |
| Power (PS) |
110 PS |
103 PS |
88 PS |
116 PS |
| Torque (Nm) |
170 Nm |
139 Nm |
121.5 Nm |
178 Nm |
| Drivetrain |
Front-wheel drive |
Front-wheel drive |
Front-wheel drive |
Front-wheel drive |
*MT- Manual Transmission, AT- Torque Converter Automatic
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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
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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.
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The Brezza now gets a new 6-speed manual gearbox across the lineup.
Features & Safety
| Feature |
Maruti Brezza |
Skoda Kylaq |
| All-LED headlights |
✅ |
✅ |
| LED DRLs |
✅ |
✅ |
| LED front fog lamps |
✅ |
✅ |
| Alloy wheels |
16-inch wheels |
17-inch wheels |
| ORVM-mounted turn indicators |
✅ |
✅ (LED) |
| Roof rails |
✅ |
✅ |
| LED taillights |
✅ |
✅ (connected) |
| Rear spoiler |
✅ |
✅ |
| Rear fog lamps |
❌ |
❌ |
| Dual-tone cabin |
✅ |
✅ |
| Front centre armrest with storage |
✅ (sliding, storage) |
✅(sliding, storage, leatherette) |
| Rear centre armrest with cupholders |
✅ |
✅ |
| Tilt and telescopic adjustment for the steering wheel |
✅ |
✅ |
| Ambient lighting |
✅ (64-colour) |
✅ |
| Automatic climate control with rear AC vents |
✅ |
✅ |
| Power-adjustable front seats |
❌ |
✅ (6-way driver + co-driver) |
| Ventilated front seats |
✅ |
✅ |
| All four power windows |
✅ |
✅ |
| Paddle shifters |
✅ (AT only) |
✅ (AT only) |
| PM2.5 air filter |
✅(with AQI display) |
❌ |
| Air purifier |
✅ (Auto Purify w/ PM2.5 display) |
❌ |
| Cruise control |
✅ |
✅ |
| Sunroof |
✅Electric sunroof |
✅Electric sunroof |
| Push-button start/stop |
✅ |
✅ |
| Electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs |
✅ (auto-fold) |
✅ (auto-fold with car lock) |
| Wireless smartphone charger |
✅ (with active cooling) |
✅ |
| Auto-dimming IRVM |
✅ |
✅ |
| Heads-up display |
✅ |
❌ |
| Digital driver’s display |
(TFT colour MID) |
✅ |
| Touchscreen infotainment system |
10.1-inch Screen |
10.1-inch Screen |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
✅ |
✅ |
| Connected car tech |
✅ (Next Gen Suzuki Connect) |
❌ |
| Sound system |
✅ (ARKAMYS Surround Sense) |
✅4-speaker + tweeters |
| 6 airbags (as standard) |
✅ |
✅ |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) |
✅ |
✅ |
| Parking sensors |
✅ (front + rear) |
✅ (rear only) |
| Parking camera |
✅ 360-degree |
✅ Reverse View |
| Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) |
✅ |
✅ |
| Hill-hold assist |
✅ |
✅ |
| ISOFIX child seat mounts |
✅ |
✅ |
| Rain-sensing wipers |
❌ |
✅ |
| All-wheel disc brakes |
❌ |
❌ |
| Rear wiper with washer |
✅ |
✅ |
| Rear defogger |
✅ |
✅ |
| Level-1 ADAS |
✅ (Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Safe Exit Warning) |
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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.
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The Kylaq, in addition to a similar-sized infotainment system, has 6-way power-adjustable and ventilated front seats.
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With the Brezza, you also get leatherette upholstery, a new automatic climate control switch, and a front centre armrest with storage.
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The Kylaq is also well equipped with a digital driver’s display, ambient lighting, electric sunroof, wireless phone charger, and even paddle shifters.
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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.
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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
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Tata Nexon: The most popular SUV, which has multiple powertrain options and offers a feature-loaded and tech-loaded cabin as well.
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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.
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Hyundai Venue: Offers a modern cabin experience, plenty of convenience features, and multiple engine choices to suit different requirements.
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Kia Sonet: Stands out with its stylish design and feature-rich interior, while offering both petrol and diesel engine options.
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Kia Syros: Offers a quirky personality, with a roomy and high-quality interior, a plethora of equipment, and competent turbo-petrol and diesel engines.
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Nissan Magnite/ Renault Kiger: With accessible pricing, essential features, and a stylish look, these SUVs offer a value-for-money option in this segment.
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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.
