The new Skoda Kylaq will be the newest addition to the sub-4 metre SUV range that consists of the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3X0, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, and the Nissan Magnite. Being a highly-competitive segment, the Kylaq has to fill in big shoes.
That said, one of the best-sellers in the segment is the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, which has been on sale for a long time in India. Let’s see how the upcoming Skoda Kylaq compares against the Maruti Suzuki Brezza in terms of engine specifications.
The Skoda Kylaq uses a familiar engine — a 1.0-litre turbo petrol unit that powers the Slavia as well. The engine comes paired to a manual or an automatic gearbox. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza uses a mild-hybrid 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to a manual or an automatic torque converter gearbox.
Looking at the numbers alone, the Kylaq has a displacement disadvantage, while it makes more power and torque than the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. The turbocharging helps the Kylaq, while the naturally aspirated unit in the Brezza is also a pleasant experience.
