Maruti Suzuki Brezza vs Tata Punch

Autocar India
Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

ZXi Plus AT

13.55 lakh

Tata Punch

Tata Punch

Accomplished + S CNG AMT

10.77 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Mild Hybrid
N/A

Engine Displacement

1462 cc
1199 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
CNG

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
AMT

Number of Gears

6
5

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

103.05 hp at 6000 rpm
87.8 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

139 Nm at 4400 rpm
115 Nm at 3250 rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Max Engine Power on CNG

–
73.4 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque on CNG

–
103 Nm at 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
MPFI

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

20.17 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

48 litres
37 litres

E20 Compatibility

–

CNG/LPG Tank Capacity

–
43.2 Kg

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

MacPherson Strut
Independent Mcpherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam
Non-independent Torsion beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt

4 Wheel Steer

–

Front Brakes

Ventilated Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drum

Wheel Size

16 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/60 R16
195/60 R16

Rear Tyre Size

215/60 R16
195/60 R16

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
3876 mm

Width

1790 mm
1742 mm

Height

1685 mm
1615 mm

Wheelbase

2500 mm
2445 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
–

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
193 mm

Boot Capacity

–
210 litres

Comfort

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Cruise Control

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Power Outlet

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Fully Digital

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear AC Vents

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Driving Modes

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Push Button Start

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Front Seatback Pockets

Glove Box

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Heated ORVM

–

Interior Lamps

–

Keyless Entry

Launch Control

12 Volt Port

–

Cooled Storage

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light
Front Passenger Only

Ambient Lighting

Trunk Light

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Sunroof

Single Pane

Sunglass Holder

–

Auto Parking

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

Cooled Glovebox

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Remote Locking

Roof Grab Handles

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Door Pockets

–

Dead Pedal

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Safety

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Side Airbag

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Overspeed Warning

Blind Spot Monitor

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Heads Up Display

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
Warning Only

Hill Start Assist

Airbags

6
6

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Adaptive Cruise Control

Central Locking

Driver Airbag

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Curtain Airbag

BNCAP Rating

5
5

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Door Ajar Warning

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Dual Tone Horn

Electronic Stability Control

Seat Belt Warning

Rear Defogger

Passenger Airbag

Automatic Wipers

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Traction Control

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto-dimming

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Child Safety Lock

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Hill Descent Control

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's window Only

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Exterior

Spoiler

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

LED fog lamps

Rub Strips

–

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Projector Headlamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Stop Lamp

LED DRLs

Projector

Roof Rails

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Connected LED

Body Coloured Bumpers

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Illuminated Logo

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Interior

Shift Indicator

Speedometer

Analogue
Digital

Trip Meter

Tachometer

Analogue
Digital

Low Fuel Level Warning

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Fabric

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Head-up Display

–

Gear Indicator

–

Third Row Seats

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Massage Seats

–

Heated Seats

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Entertainment

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Rear Entertainment Screens

Display

10.1-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen

CD Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
Phone-based

Second Row USB port

Type A and Type C
–

Wireless Phone Charging

Speakers

6
4

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Audio System

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

USB Input

Voice Commands

Alexa

Front Passenger Screen

–

Gesture Controls

MirrorLink

–

Video Player

–

AUX Input

–

Touchpad

–

Branded Music System

–

Web Browser

–

Connected Car Features

Tow Away Alert

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Geo Fence

–

Driving Analytics

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Find My Car

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Phone App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I currently own a 2021 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga petrol, which has covered around 85,000 km and delivers approximately 7-8 km/l in city driving. Due to rising fuel costs, I am considering switching to a CNG car. I plan to sell my Ertiga before buying the new car. Since my children are now in college, I no longer need a 7-seater. I am specifically looking for a CNG + AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and feel an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving less tiring. The cars I am considering are: Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG The Tata Punch is currently my preferred choice. I also considered the Brezza, but its lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced several tyre punctures in the past. My maximum budget is Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an EV would suit me within this budget, as I do not want to deal with range anxiety at this stage. Based on your road tests, which car would you recommend? Is the Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I consider another option?

•1w

I currently own a petrol Maruti Suzuki Ertiga purchased in 2021, that has covered around 85,000 km. It currently gives me around 7-8 kpl in city driving, so increasing fuel costs have made me consider switching to a CNG car. I also no longer require the Ertiga's third-row seats, as my son and daughter are now in college, so a five-seater would be sufficient for my needs. I am interested in the CNG and AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and believe an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving and traffic much less tiring. Currently, I am considering Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi CNG and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG. The Punch Adventure S CNG AMT is currently my preferred choice because it seems to offer a good balance of features, practicality and running costs. At its price, I also get more features, a CNG + AMT combination and what appears to be a very strong safety package. I was also considering the Brezza ZXi and VXi CNG, particularly for their larger size and Maruti's reputation for reliability. However, the lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced tyre punctures several times. My budget is a maximum of Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an electric car under Rs. 14 lakh would be suitable for me, as I would prefer to avoid range anxiety at this point. Based on your road tests and experience, which of these cars would you recommend? Is the Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I seriously consider one of the other options? Also, is there another car I may have overlooked?

•3w

I am planning to purchase my first car. I don't have any specific requirements or daily running. I will mainly use it for city rides with family when needed and occasional weekend highway trips. My budget is up to Rs. 12 lakh. Which one should I choose among the Tata Punch, Skoda Kylaq, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, and Tata Nexon? I am also open to other options.

•4w

Hi! My wife is a dentist and currently drives a Dzire. Her hospital is nearby, and her average monthly running is less than 500km. We are planning a new car. We are considering the new 1.0 Brezza, the Punch EV, or even the Tiago EV because of uncertainty around petrol in the future. Our son wants a Creta or Seltos base model. I have a Hyryder base model. We are really confused about what to do.

•4w

I'm confused between Tata Punch 1.2 Adventure AMT and Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXI Turbo. Both are priced almost the same. My usage will mostly be weekend city driving, with the occasional 100+ km highway trip. The Punch offers more features for the price, while the Brezza has the advantage of Maruti Suzuki's proven reliability, lower maintenance costs, and excellent after-sales service. Considering my usage and priorities, which one would you recommend?