KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Maruti Brezza reintroduced with mild-hybrid
- The mild hybrid system was removed back in July 2023
- Read all details below
Maruti Suzuki has recently reintroduced the Brezza, featuring its mild-hybrid technology in the manual variant. In a subtle reshuffle of the Maruti Brezza range back in July 2023, Maruti had opted to omit the mild-hybrid tech from the manual versions of the compact SUV. Now, the company has re-launched this fuel-saving technology, but it is exclusively available on higher-spec variants, with prices starting at Rs 11.05 lakh.
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Maruti Brezza Gets Its Mild-Hybrid Back; Limited To Higher Variants
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The SHVS technology has made a return in the ZXi and ZXi+ editions. Formerly exclusive to the automatic versions, this feature has now been extended to these variants. As a result of this addition, the mileage for these versions has seen an improvement of 2.51 kmpl, rising from 17.38 kmpl to 19.89 kmpl. For those unfamiliar, the AT and CNG variants are reported to deliver a mileage of 19.80 kmpl and 25.51 km/kg, respectively.
Maruti has chosen to incorporate mild-hybrid technology in the high-end ZXI and ZXI+ manual variants of the Brezza, with prices set at Rs 11.05 lakh and Rs 12.48 lakh, respectively. Similarly, the technology remains accessible in the VXI AT (Rs 11.15 lakh), ZXI AT (Rs 12.55 lakh), and ZXI+ AT (Rs 13.98 lakh) variants, consistent with the previous offering.
Powertrain
The sub-4 metre SUV, Brezza, is equipped with a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine delivering 102bhp and 137Nm of torque. In the CNG variant, the engine is detuned to produce 87bhp and 121Nm. Both manual and automatic transmission options are available, with a choice between a five-speed manual and a six-speed automatic unit.
The Brezza, with prices commencing at Rs. 8.29 lakh (ex-showroom), retains its current pricing for the updated variants. It's worth highlighting that the carmaker has opted not to make any adjustments to the prices of these refreshed models. However, it's important to be aware that an impending price hike is anticipated across the entire model range, with the changes set to be implemented later this month.
Verdict
As the Brezza continues to offer its updated variants, buyers can take advantage of the existing pricing before an anticipated model-wide price increase later this month. With its blend of features, performance, and affordability, the Brezza stands as a compelling choice in the competitive SUV market. With reintroduction of mild hybrid tech, it will attract a greater number of buyers and even sway away some sales from its competitors towards itself.
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