Skoda has officially entered the compact SUV segment with the launch of the Kylaq. The new vehicle is Skoda’s most affordable SUV in the market and will go up against the best-seller in the segment, Maruti Suzuki Brezza. Here is all you need to know about the two compact SUVs including specifications, dimensions and features.Â
Skoda Kylaq vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza: Engine Specifications
The new Kylaq is powered by the 1-litre TSI turbo petrol engine with an output of 114 bhp and 178 Nm of torque. The engine is available in two transmissions — a 6-speed manual or 6-speed torque converter automatic with paddle shifters. According to Skoda, the Kylaq manual model does 0 – 100 kmph in 10.5 seconds.
Maruti Suzuki Brezza, on the other hand, comes with a bigger 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine, but it churns out 102 bhp and 136 Nm of torque. It offers a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic torque converter. According to Maruti Suzuki, the manual version returns 19.89 kmpl and AT 19.80 kmpl.
| SUVs | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | Skoda Kylaq |
| Engine | 1462 cc | 999 cc |
| Power | 120 bhp | 114 bhp |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Transmission | 5MT / 6AT | 6MT / 6AT |
| Fuel Economy (MT / AT) | 19.89 kmpl / 19.80 kmpl | NA |
Skoda Kylaq vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza: Dimensions
The Brezza may be taller and wider than the new Kylaq, but the Skoda SUV has a longer wheelbase and offers class-leading boot space.
| SUVs | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | Skoda Kylaq |
| Length | 3995 mm | 3995 cc |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1783 bhp |
| Height | 1685 mm | 1619 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2566 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm | 189 mm |
| Boot Space | 328 litres | 446 litres |
Skoda Kylaq vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza: Features
The Kylaq is equipped with a 10.1-inch infotainment system with an 8-inch digital instrument cluster with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a single-panel sunroof, first-in-class six-way adjustable driver and passenger seats with ventilation function. The Kylaq comes standard with over 25 active and passive safety features, including six airbags, traction and stability control, anti-lock brakes, Electronic Brake Distribution, Brake Disc Wiping, Roll Over Protection, Motor Slip Regulation, Electronic Differential Lock, Passenger airbag de-activation, Multi Collision Braking and ISOFIX seats and much more.
The Brezza sports a 7-inch infotainment system with Arkamys sound system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, head-up display, a sunroof and a height-adjustable driver seat. It offers plenty of safety features like twin front airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, Electronic Stability Program and Hill Hold Assist.
