Autocar India
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I have had a Wagon R as my first car since 2022. Now, I want to buy another car. I am confused between the Nexon Camo CNG and the Brezza facelift CNG. As a spare tyre is not provided with the Brezza but is given with the Nexon, I am getting inclined towards the Nexon. However, due to the dilemma regarding Tata's service, I am getting inclined towards the Brezza. So, please advise suitably on which one to choose. I am considering CNG only because of the ethanol fiasco. Otherwise, I was okay with NA petrol or turbo petrol. The dilemma around ethanol in the future is forcing me to think about CNG. Am I thinking right?

Verified
4m

You are overthinking the ethanol issue. Modern petrol engines are engineered to handle E20, and there is no official roadmap beyond that. The impact is largely limited to a small drop in fuel efficiency, and there is no need to change your buying decision because of it. CNG car only makes sense if your running is high enough to justify the lower running costs, and you are comfortable with the compromises in boot space and performance.

Between the two cars, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG is the safer long-term choice. Maruti's service network is wider, ownership is generally more hassle-free, and the Brezza is a well-rounded, reliable SUV. The Tata Nexon CNG is the more feature-rich option and the spare tyre is a genuine advantage, but Tata's service experience can still be inconsistent depending on the city, so opt for it only if the dealer network in your area is good.

If you were otherwise happy with a naturally aspirated petrol, go for the Brezza petrol and do not let the ethanol debate sway your decision. 

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Hey, We are planning to buy a sub-4-metre SUV, and our main requirement is good suspension for Bengaluru’s pothole-filled roads, especially as my wife is pregnant. We have shortlisted the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Tata Nexon. Which one would you recommend for our requirements? I was also considering a larger SUV like the Honda Elevate, but a well-equipped variant costs around Rs. 18 lakh on-road, which is beyond my budget. Could you suggest some good options in both categories? I can stretch my budget up to around Rs. 15 lakh on-road if required.

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Given your priorities, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is the best fit. It has the most comfortable ride in the segment, with a suspension that deals with broken roads and potholes better than the Brezza or Nexon. The wide rear seat and good cabin space will also make a difference for your wife and family. The Brezza is the more reliable long-term ownership proposition, but its ride is not as plush as the 3XO. The Nexon is a good all-rounder, but the 3XO has the edge on ride comfort and rear seat space.On the Honda Elevate, it is a solid, reliable SUV with a comfortable ride, but at Rs 18 lakh on-road for the well-equipped variants, it is not worth stretching your budget for. The 3XO gives you a better ride and more features for less money.Overall, the 3XO is the best balance of ride comfort, space and value for your requirements. Go for the petrol automatic variant for the smoothest city driving experience.

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Posted on: 11 Aug 2026