Maruti Brezza Petrol 25,000+ Km Ownership Review

I have owned a 2025 Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi for nearly 10 months, and after 25,000 kilometres on the odo and three services, here is what iI felt about owning a Brezza which so far has mostly been positive 

Looks like a mini tank on road

Undoubtedly, one of the first things that you judge a car by is its looks. What I especially love about it is that, unlike many of its segment rivals, the Brezza does not simply look like a hatchback with big tyres and a raised ground clearance.

The Brezza, with its brute and boxy design, mimics traditional big SUVs and is arguably one of the most proportionate sub-compact SUVs in its segment. 

It looks pleasing to the eye from every angle, be it the front with the sleek gloss-grey grille connecting the smoked headlamps, the side profile with the chunky body cladding and the large rear quarter glass, or the rear-end with the premium-looking slim LED taillights. 

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Inside, Brezza Is A Typical Maruti Experience

I’ve found the cabin to be a classic case of function over form. On the positive side, the ergonomics are spot on; everything is exactly where I’d expect it to be, and the visibility afforded by the upright A-pillars is arguably the best in class. 

The cabin is a monochrome sea of hard, scratchy black plastics that feel hollow to the tap, and while it’s built to last, it lacks any sense of occasion. is the lack of driver seat height adjustment in this variant. 

For a car marketed on its "SUV stance," being unable to fine-tune my driving position felt like a glaring omission. The 7-inch SmartPlay Pro infotainment is functional enough, but the thick plastic bezels surrounding it look dated, and the four-speaker setup is mediocre at best, sounding tinny the moment you push the volume.

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I found the Automatic Climate Control to be the only real "premium" touch here, and it does a solid job of cooling the cabin quickly. However, the cost-cutting is evident elsewhere: there's no rear center armrest, no 60:40 split for the rear bench, and those fixed rear headrests are a literal pain for taller passengers.

 On the plus side, the visibility is excellent and the cabin feels genuinely airy, but the lack of a rear wiper and washer in the VXI means that visibility disappears the moment it rains. It’s a cabin that prioritizes interior volume and basic ergonomics over comfort or aesthetics. 

One of the few SUV left with 4-cylinder engine

Turning the ignition on instantly highlights Maruti's K15C Petrol engine’s impressive refinement, as it is barely audible, and vibrations are non-existent. The story continues as you start driving. No wonder this engine is used in almost every Maruti offering like Ertiga, Grand Vitara, Victoris and XL6 in some state of tune

Producing 103 HP and 137 Nm of torque, the Brezza has great driveability within the city, requiring minimal frequent gearshifts. Power is adequate, too, and I rarely ever need to plan quick overtakes in advance.

Unsurprisingly, mileage is a strong point. It returns 13 to 15 km/l in the city and 18 to 19 km/l out on the highway, when I keep a light foot and drive it at a relaxed pace. Heavier throttle inputs do drop these numbers, but not significantly. 

While these numbers may seem low for a Maruti, it still trumps its turbo petrol rivals - some of which barely manage double-digit figures in the city, especially when driven spiritedly.

One thing that left me pleasantly surprised about the Brezza is its braking. The brakes are very progressive, offer a great bite, and bring the car to a halt well on time in most situations and road conditions.

There Was A Maruti Mechanic Everywhere I Went

Maruti’s reliability and peace of mind ownership needs no introduction. Throughout these 25,000 kilometres, I have driven my Brezza in the city, on the highway, at hill stations, and on rough rural roads, and have not faced any issues so far. 

All three of its services to date have been carried out at authorised Maruti service centres, which, unsurprisingly, have been hassle-free. As long as you communicate the issues (if any at all) with the car to your service advisor beforehand, ideally, you will not face any problems in your service quality and experience. 

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Engine Does Not Likes To Be Driven Hard

Although Maruti’s K15C is smooth and linear until the mid-range, it is not an engine that likes to be pushed to the top-end of the rev range, unless really necessary. I have felt this especially out on expressways, where speed limits usually range from 100 to 120 km/h. 

While the car can maintain those speeds in 5th gear, it does not like doing that, and it is best left at 80-90 km/h. A sixth gear is sorely missed, as it would have greatly aided cruising at speeds above 80 km/h, while also improving efficiency. 

This is an area where the Brezza’s turbo-petrol-powered rivals have a clear edge over it. Not only do they offer a much superior highway performance thanks to their diesel-like torque, but the availability of a sixth gear helps maintain triple-digit speeds while also being fuel efficient.

The Brezza’s driving dynamics are not much to write home about either. The steering has been tuned for ease of use over outright driver engagement and responsiveness. The response to the steering inputs feels slightly delayed, making it a car that does not enjoy being pushed hard around corners.

Boot space is deceptively on the smaller side

While 328 litres of boot space may sound decent on paper, real-world use case tells a different story. If you have three to four members in your family, the Brezza’s boot will be adequate for one large suitcase and two small duffel bags, or one medium and one small suitcase with multiple duffel bags. 

Rivals in this segment, such as the Kia Sonet (385L), XUV 3XO (364L), and Skoda Kylaq (446L), offer better boot space.

No Safety rating, big thumbs down!!

Unlike some of its Global NCAP 5-Star rated competitors, the Brezza has only achieved a 4-Star rating when it was tested under the previous GNCAP guidelines. Its sheet metal quality leaves a lot to be desired, as even small pebble impacts leave tiny, but noticeable, dimples on the car’s body. 

Thankfully, Maruti has now started offering six airbags as standard across its car lineup, making the Brezza a lot safer than it was previously. However, at the time of our purchase, the VXI variant only came with dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and ISOFIX child seat mounts as standard, making this a con specific to the pre-update models.

Overall, the Brezza is a value-for-money package that you just cannot go wrong with. Owing to its smooth, reliable and efficient petrol engine and slick shifting 5-speed gearbox, coupled with Maruti’s vast after-sales service network, it remains a solid option for those looking for a no-nonsense city and highway runabout in the ₹8 lakh to ₹13 lakh price range.

What I Love About My Brezza Vxi
 

• Great Road presence and stance 
• Very nice interior space and boot space 
• Quite modest cost to buy and own 
• Good mileage and excellent braking 
• Resell value and Maruti's service netwrk is unmatched

What I Hate about My Brezza Vxi
 

• Very dumbed down and bland driving manners
• Engine lacks a punch, but not a dealbreaker
• VXi variant does not even have basic armrest and rear wiper
• Maruti really need to upgrade their interiors, Period.

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