Tata Nexon vs Maruti Brezza 2025: Which Compact SUV Offers..

Tata Nexon vs Maruti Brezza 2025: Which Compact SUV Offers Better Value?

In the bustling Indian compact-SUV market, two names consistently stand out: the Tata Nexon and the Maruti Brezza. If you’re looking at buying a compact SUV in 2025, it’s worth digging deeper into how these two compare across key parameters: performance, features, safety, mileage, pricing and ownership experience. Here’s a detailed breakdown to help you decide which one truly offers better value.

Design & Presence

Tata Nexon: The Nexon sports a bold and distinctive design. Its strong shoulder lines, two-tone colour options in some variants, and sculpted silhouette give it a premium feel. The cabin is slightly upmarket for its class.
Maruti Brezza: The Brezza leans more towards a practical, conservative design – efficient and familiar rather than flashy. It has broad appeal thanks to Maruti’s trusted brand image.

If style matters to you and you want something that stands out, the Nexon scores slightly higher on design appeal. For a safe and trusted look that blends in well, Brezza wins.

Engine, Performance & Mileage

Tata Nexon:

The Nexon offers a range of engines including 1.2 L turbo-petrol, 1.5 L diesel, and even EV variants.
For example, one spec listing shows 1.5L diesel displacing 1497 cc, generating ~113 bhp and ~260 Nm torque.
Mileage: Around ~24.08 kmpl (ARAI rated) for certain diesel spec.

Maruti Brezza:

The Brezza in its 2025 update offers a 1462 cc petrol engine (≈1.5 L) according to some specs.
Mileage: For its petrol/manual version the company claims ~17.38-19.89 kmpl for petrol and ~25.51 km/kg for CNG in earlier versions.

Verdict on performance & mileage:

The Nexon offers more variety (diesel, possibly turbo options, EV variants) which gives flexibility for performance-oriented buyers.
The Brezza’s mileage is competitive especially in petrol/CNG trims, and Maruti’s servicing network generally supports low running costs.
If you prioritize outright performance options or more diversity, Nexon is ahead. If you want simple, efficient, reliable petrol/CNG engine, Brezza wins.

Features & Technology

Nexon:

The latest Nexon facelift (2023/24) brings features like a larger touchscreen, connected-car tech (iRA), multi-drive modes, 360° surround view camera, blind view monitor.
Safety features: Standard 6 airbags across variants in many cases.
The official Tata site lists 6 airbags, E-Call / B-Call emergency functions, 360° parking sensors, blind view monitor etc.

Brezza:

The Brezza gets decent features for its segment – rear AC vents, decent boot space, hybrid or mild-hybrid tech depending on variant.
Maruti’s spec sheet mentions cruise control, flat-bottom steering (in some trims) and the usual ABS/EBD safety features.
Boot space: 328 L according to official Maruti page.

Verdict on features:

The Nexon offers more premium features and more up-market feel (360° camera, connected car tech etc).
Brezza covers the essentials well but may lag behind the Nexon in terms of “luxury” or high-end gadget features.
If you value tech & premium feel, Nexon is better. If you’re fine with good basics and want reliability, Brezza suffices.

Safety

Nexon:

The Nexon has a strong safety record. It was the first model in India to get 5-star rating for adult occupant protection from Global NCAP.
Standard 6 airbags, features like blind-view monitor, 360° camera, automated features are beneficial.

Brezza:

While Maruti provides standard safety features (ABS with EBD, air-bags depending on variant) and Maruti’s network is strong, specific independent crash test star ratings for the latest model may be less widely publicised in the sources I found.
Maruti’s spec for 2025 update emphasises improved comfort and refinement but doesn’t highlight a new crash-test star rating.

Verdict on safety:

The Nexon appears to have a stronger safety proposition out of the box.
If safety is top priority (especially for family use or longer trips), Nexon may have the edge.

Pricing & Value

Nexon:

According to one listing: Ex-showroom price for Nexon starts from Rs 8.29 lakh (and variants go higher) for older specs.
Given the features and safety it offers, the value proposition is strong.

Brezza:

Starting ex-showroom price is around Rs 8.25 lakh (for base version) according to official Maruti site.
Mileage figures are good; running cost likely lower thanks to Maruti’s wide service & spares network.
Also note Maruti recently cut prices (GST changes) which may improve its value further.

Verdict on pricing & value:

Both begin in similar price buckets for base trims.
The Nexon gives more features and safety at similar pricing, offering a “premium-for-value” feel.
The Brezza offers better brand trust with Maruti, lower running cost, simpler ownership.
For budget-conscious buyers valuing total cost of ownership, the Brezza could edge it. For buyers wanting more features & safety, Nexon gives more at the price.

Ownership Experience & After-Sales

Maruti has an enormous service network in India; the Brezza thus comes with an advantage in convenience, spares, resale value in many markets.
Tata’s network has improved significantly especially in urban locations, but in some smaller towns the service reach may still slightly lag behind Maruti.
Resale value: Historically Maruti-badged cars tend to hold resale value strong due to brand trust, availability of service/spares.
Features like connected-car tech and premium features in Nexon could help in market perception but may also increase maintenance/repair complexity.

Which One Should You Choose?

Choose the Nexon if:

You want the most up-to-date features and tech in the compact SUV segment.
Safety is a high priority (family usage, long drives).
You don’t mind paying slightly more (or maintain a bit more) in exchange for premium feel.
You are comfortable with Tata’s service network for your region (major city or urban area).

Choose the Brezza if:

You prioritise reliability, lower running cost and a wide service network.
You want a simpler, trusted ownership experience.
You are willing to sacrifice some premium features in favour of practicality and cost-of-ownership benefits.
Your usage is primarily city or moderate suburban, and you don’t need all the high-end tech.