Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza

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Skoda Kushaq

Skoda Kushaq

Monte Carlo 1.5 TSI DCT

18.99 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

ZXi Plus AT

13.55 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Mild Hybrid

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1462 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

DCT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

7
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

N/A
–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

N/A
–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

149.55 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm
103.05 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm
139 Nm at 4400 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
MPFI

E20 Compatibility

–

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

N/A

Official Fuel Economy

18.72 kmpl
20.17 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.9 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

15.4 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
48 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

12.15 kmpl
–

0-100kph

9.62 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

5.18 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

6.37 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson suspension
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
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 and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Disc
Ventilated Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Drum

Wheel Size

17 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/60 R16

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/60 R16

Wheels

Alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4229 mm
3995 mm

Width

1760 mm
1790 mm

Height

1612 mm
1685 mm

Wheelbase

2651 mm
2500 mm

Ground Clearance

188 mm
–

Kerb Weight

1321 - 1322 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

491 - 1405 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Cooled Glovebox

Bluetooth Connectivity

Cup Holders

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Glove Box

Front Seatback Pockets

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only with Light

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
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

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

Panoramic
Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Heated ORVM

–

Interior Lamps

–

12 Volt Port

–

Cooled Storage

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Trunk Light

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Steering Mounted Controls

–
Audio and Phone

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

Safety

Crash Test Rating

–

Airbags

6
6

GNCAP Rating

5
–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

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

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

NCAP Rating

5
–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Side Airbag

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Heads Up Display

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Driver Airbag

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

–
Automatic

Curtain Airbag

–

BNCAP Rating

–
5

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Roof Rails

Functional

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Spoiler

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

LED fog lamps

–

Rub Strips

–

LED headlamps

–

LED taillights

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Stop Lamp

–

LED DRLs

–
Projector

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Antenna

–
Shark Fin

Connected LED

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analogue

Tachometer

Analogue

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

–

Seats

–

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

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

Rear Only
–

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
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

Seat Material

–
Leatherette

Entertainment

Audio System

Speakers

6
6

CD Player

USB Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.01-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

On-board

Voice Commands

Alexa

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

Second Row USB port

–
Type A and Type C

Front Passenger Screen

–

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

•2d

Hello Autocar, I am looking for a vehicle primarily for urban use, with occasional long-distance travel. My priorities include fuel efficiency, an engaging driving experience, ample space for five occupants, and a sufficient boot capacity. My budget is between Rs. 10 lakh and Rs. 16 lakh. I am currently considering the new Maruti Suzuki Brezza and the Skoda Kushaq. I would appreciate your expert recommendation.

Verified
•9m

Go for the Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI. It is the better fit for your requirements. The Kushaq is one of the most engaging cars to drive in this price range, with a strong turbo petrol engine and a well-sorted chassis that makes both city driving and highway runs enjoyable. It is also genuinely spacious for five occupants and has a decent boot, which makes it a practical family car. The Brezza is a very sensible choice with excellent reliability and low running costs. It also now comes with a turbo petrol, but it is not as engaging to drive and does not feel as premium inside. The Kushaq strikes a better balance for your needs. The only caveat is that Skoda's service network is not as extensive as Maruti's.

VehicleSkoda Kushaq
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
•2w

I'm considering buying a second family car. My priorities are a comfortable 5-seater, high ground clearance and a smooth driving experience, with a budget of under 10 lakh. Which is the better choice among the Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Skoda Kushaq?

Verified
•1w

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It is the most sensible choice for a second family car under Rs 10 lakh. It offers a comfortable 5-seat layout, good ground clearance and a smooth, fuss-free driving experience. The naturally aspirated petrol engine of this Maruti Suzuki car is refined and easy to live with. Plus, Maruti’s service network and low running costs make it a very easy car to own long-term. The rear seat is comfortable for family use, and the ride quality is well-suited to bad Indian city roads.The Kia Sonet and Tata Nexon are both good cars, but the Sonet’s rear seat is spacious, and the Nexon’s would also feel tight for a family of five. The Skoda Kushaq is spacious but is a more driver-focused car, and would go well above the Rs 10 lakh mark for even the base version.The Brezza is not the most exciting car in the segment, and there is an updated one arriving in just a few weeks.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleTata Nexon
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•3w

I am planning to buy an automatic car under Rs. 15 lakh as I am a first-time buyer. My usage will mostly be city driving, with occasional highway trips, and I expect to drive around 750 km per month on average. My shortlist includes the Skoda Kushaq Classic, Skoda Kylaq Signature, Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5, Hyundai Venue HX6 DCT, and Maruti Brezza ZXi AT.

Verified
•3w

Pick the Skoda Kylaq. For mostly city runs, it is the easiest to live with, thanks to its compact dimensions and smooth auto gearbox and for the few highway runs you will find it also cruises calmly and feels secure at typical highway speeds. Fuel efficiency is not class leading, expect 8-9kpl in the city and about 14kpl on highway runs but with your 750 km a month running this will not pinch you. As an option you can also consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, it too has a smooth gearbox and its city ride is nice and plush, but wait for just a month as an update is right around the corner.

VehicleSkoda Kylaq
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
•21w

I am driving 2018 Ford Ecosport diesel. I live in faridabad. My daily running is 100km. 10km rough rural patch and 90km highway. My budget is 12 lakh. I mostly travel alone and doesnt require boot space. I am looking for a car for next 10 years. Relaibility is important as my I have less holidays. I am not after fancy features like sunroof and digital cluster. I am confused between Brezza CNG, Brezza petrol, Skoda Kushaq petrol, Sonet petrol and Taisor CNG. Please suggest.

Verified
•20w

For your needs, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG is a good fit. However, a facelift of the Brezza is expected later this year, and spy shots suggest it may get an underbody CNG tank like the Dzire.As boot space and new features are not priorities for you, you could go for the current Brezza, but also consider the Fronx CNG or its Toyota counterpart, the Taisor CNG. All three offer good ride quality and sufficient ground clearance to tackle rural roads, while remaining stable and comfortable on the highway. Being Marutis, reliability is also very good.Before making a decision, do take a test drive of all three. In the case of the Taisor and Fronx, visit both showrooms to see who can offer you the better deal, as under the skin they are essentially the same car.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
•30w

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
•30w

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.

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