Maruti Suzuki Brezza vs Honda Elevate

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Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Petrol ZXi+ AT

12.86 lakh

Honda Elevate

Honda Elevate

Petrol ADV Edition CVT

16.57 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Engine Displacement

1462 cc
1498 cc

Engine Type

N/A
N/A

Max Engine Power

103 hp at 6000 rpm
121hp at 6600 rpm

Max Engine Torque

136.8 Nm at 4400 rpm
145Nm at 4300 rpm

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
CVT

Number of Gears

6
–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Tank Capacity

48 litres
40 litres

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Official Fuel Economy

19.8 kmpl
16.92 kmpl

E20 Compatibility

Auto Start/Stop

–

User Reported Mileage

17.84 kmpl
24.22 kmpl

0-100kph

13.31 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.87 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

9.9 s
–

Terrain Modes

–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
13.1 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
8.6 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
10.85 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drums
Drum

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

4 Wheel Steer

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Nonindependent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Wheel Size

16 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/60 R16
215/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

215/60 R16
215/55 R17

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
N/A

Turning Radius

–
5.2 m

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
4312 mm

Width

1790 mm
1790 mm

Height

1685 mm
1650 mm

Wheelbase

2500 mm
2650 mm

Boot Capacity

328 litres
458 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
1258 kg

Ground Clearance

–
220 mm

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Cabin Boot Access

Door Pockets

Powered Tailgate

Driver Armrest Storage

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Trunk Light

Cup Holders

Cooled Glovebox

Electric Tailgate Release

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Bluetooth Connectivity

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Rear Reading Lamp

Front Seatback Pockets

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Interior Lamps

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Sunglass Holder

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Single Pane
Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Roof Grab Handles

–

Cooled Storage

–

12 Volt Port

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Glove Box

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Vehicle to load (V2L)

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

High Beam Assist

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Curtain Airbag

Dashcam

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Driver Airbag

Heads Up Display

Lane Departure Avoidance

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Front Collision Avoidance

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Side Airbag

Overspeed Warning

Seat Belt Warning

Passenger Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Speed Assist System

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rollover Protection System

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Projector Headlamps

Roof Rails

Rub Strips

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

LED DRLs

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

LED fog lamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

ORVM turn indicators

Cornering Headlights

Scuff Plates

Puddle Lamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Stop Lamp

–

Connected LED

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Spoiler

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analog
Digital

Tachometer

Analog
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Fabric
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Third Row Seats Split

–

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Speakers

6
8

Branded Music System

–

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Web Browser

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

MirrorLink

–

Video Player

–

Inbuilt Music App

–

Connected Car Features

Over the air (OTA) updates

Geo Fence

–

Emergency Call Button

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Find My Car

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Remote AC On / Off via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

Alexa Compatibility

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

SOS Button

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Phone App

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Location Based Services

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Digital Key

–

Questions you may find useful

•10w

I’m planning to buy my first car in Bengaluru next month. My budget is a maximum of ₹13 lakh on-road. My usage will be 60% city and 40% highway. I am considering the Kia Seltos and Honda Elevate base models, along with the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi (should I wait for the facelift?) and the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5. Which would be the best overall option in terms of good mileage, reliability, and low service cost? I am planning to keep the car for 10 years and am also open to other options.

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•10w

With a hard cap of ₹13 lakh on-road in Bengaluru and a 60-40 city-highway mix for the next 10 years, the Maruti Brezza VXi (manual) fits your brief best. It stays within budget in Bengaluru in most cases, uses less fuel in city traffic than the cars you’ve named, and Maruti’s service is the cheapest and easiest to find. The Brezza’s high seat and simple 1.5 petrol make it easy in Bengaluru traffic. If you’re coming from no car, you’ll also like how smooth and quiet it feels in daily use.Two things to note for you. It won’t feel as quick when you want a fast overtake as the XUV 3XO, and its cabin won’t wow you like the Kia trims. On your facelift question, if you can wait for a few months then yes, its always better getting a newer car, but you would likely pay a bit more.

VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
•28w

I have been driving a Honda Jazz Automatic for the last seven years. I am 6 feet tall and now want to buy a new compact SUV such as the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, Grand Vitara, Brezza, or Taigun. Please advise which of these offers the best driver legroom so my knees are not strained. I am a retired 69-year-old.

Verified
•27w

The Honda Elevate would be a great upgrade based on your requirements. It has a spacious pedal box and a wide range of adjustment for the driver’s seat, which makes it comfortable even for taller drivers. It will also feel familiar, as it uses a CVT transmission similar to the Jazz you are used to driving. The engine and gearbox combination is smooth, making the Elevate easy and stress-free to drive. This Honda car also offers a comfortable ride quality, good cabin space and a large boot, making it a well-rounded package.In the case of the Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun, their updates are expected soon. Also, while their turbo petrol engines are punchy, they are not as smooth in everyday driving as the Elevate’s naturally aspirated engine paired with the CVT.The Hyundai Creta CVT would have been a good option too, but its centre console tends to intrude and can brush against the left knee, especially if you are a tall driver.

VehicleHonda Elevate
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VehicleHyundai Creta
•28w

I am looking for a compact suv near 14-15 lacs. But can't decide . Initially I thought among Brezza, Venue and Sonet. Now I am seeing every car has some or the other shortcomings. I need a 5 seater comfortable car, automatic which will mostly be for city use and sometimes long drives with family. Should I consider the upper segments car like Elevate and Seltos but again budget will be high. So I am quite confused.

Verified
•27w

Given your budget, you should stick to the compact SUV segment, as you will only get a base model of a midsize SUV in this budget. Of course, any product will have its shortcomings, but the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Kia Sonet, and Hyundai Venue are all good options in the compact SUV space.The Brezza is the most spacious and practical of the lot, and it also has a good ride quality. The Kia Sonet is a great car too, but it's not comfortable for five, and its suspension is quite stiff. The Hyundai Venue is the newest and a good all-rounder, but expensive for higher variants.We would recommend the Hyundai Venue HX8 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT in your budget as it is a great combination of features, safety, and comfort, and would best meet your needs.

VehicleHyundai Venue
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleKia Sonet
•28w

I'm looking to buy my first car. Although I have good experience in driving cars, this will be my first own car. We are a family of 4 + 1 kid living in Kolkata and have a relocatable job (mostly in tier 1/2 cities). I'm looking for a long-term car (5+ years). Monthly, I need to drive ~500kms and 3/4 long drives in a year. Preferably automatic, as monthly 500kms are inside the city. Had evaluated Kylaq, Elevate, 3X0 and Brezza. Now with the Sierra and MG Hector 2026 models, I'm completely lost. Suggest

Verified
•28w

Since this is your first car, it's best to play it safe and go with a trusted brand you know will be reliable and cost-effective. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza, though not an exciting car, will best suit your needs. It is pretty spacious, has a smooth automatic option and is reasonably well-equipped.If your budget allows, consider the Honda Elevate, which is more spacious than the Brezza and hence more comfortable for your 4+1 family. It has a bigger boot too. If you are relocated to a Tier 2 city, the Brezza will benefit from Maruti Suzuki’s extensive dealer network.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleHonda Elevate
•29w

I currently own a Grand i10 (2015 model). Planning to upgrade to a compact SUV (automatic). My budget is approximately ₹14 to 18 Lacs. The expected usage is up to 1,000 km per month, primarily on weekends within Mumbai, with occasional highway trips. Based on this, which option would you recommend? My shortlist: Brezza, Grand Vitara, Victoris, Creta, Seltos (2025), or Elevate?

Verified
•29w

The new Kia Seltos with the 1.5 petrol-automatic should be your top pick as it is the newest, most spacious, and most modern car, packing in all the latest in terms of tech and features. The powertrain is smooth, and it will serve your needs well on city and highway drives.Prices of the 2025 Seltos 1.5 Petrol IVT will be revealed on January 2, 2026, but going by the variants revealed, Kia will introduce this powertrain across multiple variants, and this version should easily fit within your budget.

•31w

I want to replace my 2014 Hyundai Grand i10 with a non-Hyundai car. I am considering petrol versions of the Mahindra 3XO Revx A, Honda Elevate, Brezza, and Skoda Kylaq. My budget is Rs 13 lakh on-road. My usage is mostly 15km city driving, with two outstation trips per year. My priorities are low maintenance, mileage, and rear-seat comfort for my two small children. Should I pick the naturally aspirated Honda or one of the turbo options?

Verified
•30w

Given your requirements, we feel you should choose between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and the Honda Elevate.The Brezza is a pleasant compact SUV that ticks the boxes of comfort, space, and fuel economy. What also counts for a lot is Maruti's vast service network and relatively low cost of ownership.The Honda Elevate is a larger SUV and offers more rear seat space as well as luggage room. It's nice to drive, and the robust suspension is also something you'll appreciate on drives out of town. However, only the Elevate SV fits within your Rs 13 lakh budget, which means you get only basic features and will have to compromise on essentials like an audio system.

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