Complete comparison — price, mileage, features, safety and final verdict
The Tata Nexon and Maruti Brezza are the two best-selling compact SUVs in India, and they represent two fundamentally different philosophies. The Nexon leads with a 5-Star safety rating and striking design; the Brezza counters with Maruti's legendary reliability, better mileage and a CNG option. Here's the complete breakdown.
| Parameter | Tata Nexon | Maruti Suzuki Brezza |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹8–15 Lakh | ₹8.5–15 Lakh |
| Safety Rating | 5-Star Global NCAP | Not Rated |
| Fuel Options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, CNG |
| Mileage | 17–23 kmpl | 19–25 kmpl |
| Transmission | Manual, AMT, DCT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Key Strength | Safety, design | Mileage, reliability, CNG |
| EV Version | Yes (Nexon EV) | No |
Buy the Nexon if safety is your priority — its 5-Star Global NCAP rating is the segment benchmark. It also offers a diesel option the Brezza doesn't have, plus a more distinctive design and an available electric version if you later want to switch.
Full Tata Nexon Review →Buy the Brezza if running costs and reliability top your list. Its mileage is better, the CNG variant slashes fuel bills further, maintenance costs are the lowest in the segment, and Maruti's service network reaches everywhere.
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