2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza Review: Why the 2022 Brezza Is Such a Big Deal ЁЯТе Everything You Need to Know Before Buying
By Khan Tabrez | May 3, 2026 | 10 minutes Read
A Necessary Reinvention
The Brezza has been one of India's most consistent automotive success stories — over 7,50,000 units sold, a 2017 Car of the Year title, and years of top-10 monthly sales. But the segment has caught up fast, and Maruti knows it. The 2022 Brezza hits back with new sheetmetal, more technology, an upgraded engine, and a new automatic gearbox — dropping the "Vitara" name for good in the process.
It is not the most feature-packed or powerful car in its class, and rivals do offer more punch and equipment per rupee. But for buyers who value reliability, fuel efficiency, and the peace of mind that comes with India's most trusted service network, the Brezza makes a quietly compelling case. You may not get everything on your wishlist — but you will get a car that never gives you a reason to worry.
Platform and Safety
The Global-C platform carries over from the previous generation — the same architecture that earned the old Brezza a 4-star Global NCAP rating. Maruti's decision to relabel it the "TECT" platform has caused unnecessary confusion, but the underlying structure is unchanged, and the safety credentials remain solid. The 2022 model adds six airbags as standard on top variants, extends ESP to the manual gearbox, and brings Hill Hold Assist and ISOFIX as part of a 20-plus safety feature package. The top-spec ZXi+ also gets Suzuki Connect with geofencing, vehicle tracking, and emergency alerts.
Exterior: Bolder and More Grown-Up
Build quality is adequate — panels feel reasonably solid, though there is some flex when pressed, and panel gaps around the tailgate were slightly inconsistent on our test car. Paint quality is average. Six monotone and three dual-tone colour options are available, and the Brave Khaki with Arctic White roof combination looks particularly sharp.
Interior: Improved But Not Transformed
The new layered dashboard is a genuine visual step forward, finished in a consistent dual-tone black and brown theme with fabric door inserts that lift the cabin atmosphere. Hard plastics are the norm throughout, but they are durable and do not scratch easily. Fit and finish, however, remains a sticking point — sharp edges near the A/C vents, a loose gear lever trim panel on the manual test car, and a faint B-pillar rattle on the automatic were all noted. These are the kinds of issues existing Maruti owners will recognise, and new buyers should be aware of.
Space is a strong suit. Front seat travel is generous, and the new telescopic steering reach adjustment makes finding a comfortable driving position easier than before. Rear legroom is competitive — at 5'10" there is adequate knee room even with the front seat in a normal driving position, more than what the Venue or Sonet offer. The backrest angle is slightly upright, and taller passengers will notice limited under-thigh support. Three adults across the rear is a tight fit. The mild-hybrid battery under the front passenger seat slightly restricts foot space for the rear-left passenger — a minor but real compromise. Boot space is 328 litres with a 60:40 split-folding seat, which is the smallest figure in the segment — the Kia Sonet offers 392 litres and the Renault Kiger 405 litres.
Features: Where the Brezza Punches Above Its Weight
This is the 2022 Brezza's strongest chapter. The headline additions — a sunroof, head-up display, and 360-degree camera — are genuinely class-competitive, and the sunroof is a first for any Maruti model. The HUD shows speed, gear, RPM, and warning lights. The 360-degree camera delivers a sharp, high-resolution feed with dynamic guidelines in both rear and top-down views — one of the better implementations in the segment.
The top-spec ZXi+ gets a 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen that is noticeably smoother and more intuitive than Maruti's older systems, with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a "Hi Suzuki" voice assistant. Suzuki Connect unlocks 40-plus remote functions via smartphone, smartwatch, and Alexa. The Arkamys-tuned audio system through four speakers and two tweeters sounds genuinely good and is unlikely to push most owners toward an aftermarket upgrade.
What's missing at this price point is harder to ignore, though — no ventilated seats, no leather upholstery, no tyre pressure monitoring, no drive modes, no auto wipers, and no front parking sensors. Rivals offer several of these at comparable or lower prices.
Engine and Performance: Built for Efficiency, Not Excitement
The K15C DualJet Petrol
Both variants share the updated 1,462cc K15C naturally aspirated petrol engine, producing 102bhp and 137Nm — marginally down from before. The meaningful changes are under the hood: dual injectors per cylinder, dual variable valve timing, and an upgraded Smart Hybrid system with a larger lithium-ion battery that provides longer acceleration assist and better energy recuperation. The result is a significant efficiency gain — 20.15kmpl for the manual and 19.80kmpl for the automatic on the ARAI cycle, up from 17.03 and 18.76kmpl respectively.
Automatic Gearbox
The new Aisin-sourced 6-speed torque converter is a significant upgrade over the old 4-speed unit. In the city, it is smooth, unobtrusive, and easy to live with. The Smart Hybrid assist kicks in between 1,400–2,000rpm in Drive mode, adding a helpful shove off the line. Cruising at 100kmph sees the engine spinning at a relaxed 2,000rpm. On the highway, though, the tall 5th and 6th gears blunt performance — 6th gear in particular feels almost inert when you floor the accelerator. Overtaking at highway speeds requires dropping two gears, and lift-off downshift jerks are noticeable. The paddle shifters are present but, given the engine's relaxed character, offer limited reward. Battery assist is also unavailable in Manual mode — a missed opportunity.
Manual Gearbox
The 5-speed manual is where Maruti's cost-cutting shows most clearly. The missing 6th gear forces the engine to spin at around 3,000rpm at 100kmph — noticeably busy, and audible to passengers. The AT is considerably more relaxed at the same speed. In the city, the MT is easier to forgive — the clutch is light, gearshifts are smooth, and low-speed drivability is good. Highway performance is sedate, and sudden overtakes require aggressive downshifting. A 6-speed box is standard practice in 2022, and its absence here is hard to justify.
NVH
City driving is impressively quiet. On the highway, engine noise becomes intrusive at higher revs — especially in the manual — and wind noise creeps in noticeably above 80kmph.
Ride, Handling, and Dynamics
Ride quality is the Brezza's most consistent strength. The MacPherson strut front and torsion beam rear setup, paired with generously sized 215/60 R16 tyres, delivers a well-cushioned, silent ride over city roads and broken surfaces. Sharp potholes do thud through, and successive bad patches introduce some bounce and lateral movement, but overall compliance is excellent and high-speed stability is reassuring.
Handling is predictable and neutral in everyday use — exactly what this car's buyers want. Understeer builds under harder cornering, and body roll is evident when pushed — neither surprising nor alarming, but a reminder that this is a comfort-first machine. The electric power steering is light and city-friendly, weighing up satisfactorily at speed, though it lacks feel on twisty roads and does not self-centre cleanly — a recurring Maruti trait. Disc brakes at the front and drums at the rear do their job adequately with no drama under hard stops.
Price: Ambitious at the Top
Entry-level variants start at ₹7.99 lakh — barely more than before. But almost every meaningful new feature is reserved for the top-spec ZXi+ trim, which costs roughly ₹2.5 lakh more than the previous top variant. The ZXi+ AT at ₹13.80 lakh is the most expensive petrol automatic in the segment — above the Kia Sonet GTX+ AT (₹13.09 lakh), Mahindra XUV300 top trim (₹13.06 lakh), Hyundai Venue SX(O) turbo-DCT (₹12.57 lakh), and Tata Nexon top trim (₹12.39 lakh). The AT commands a ₹1.5 lakh premium over the manual, which is steep.
Critically, the Brezza is petrol-only. Every major rival offers a diesel option — a meaningful gap for high-mileage drivers and buyers in diesel-friendly markets.
Ownership and Warranty
Maruti's after-sales network remains unmatched in reach, affordability, and reliability — a genuine advantage, particularly outside major cities. The standard warranty is 2 years or 40,000km, extendable to 5 years or 1,00,000km. Given the new engine technology and electronics on board, opting for maximum warranty coverage is strongly advisable.
Verdict
The 2022 Brezza is Maruti's best compact SUV yet — more modern, better equipped, and more fuel-efficient than the car it replaces. Its ride quality, cabin space, and ownership experience remain segment strengths, and the sunroof, HUD, and 360-degree camera genuinely differentiate the top trim.
But the cracks are real. The naturally aspirated engine cannot match the punch of turbocharged rivals, the 5-speed manual belongs to another era, interior quality falls short of top-trim pricing expectations, the boot is the smallest in class, and there is no diesel on offer. At ₹13.80 lakh for the ZXi+ AT, the Brezza asks buyers to pay a premium for Maruti's badge, network, and reliability — and many will happily do so. If outright performance, feature-per-rupee value, or a diesel engine tops your priority list, the Nexon, Venue, or Sonet will serve you better. But if you want a refined, comfortable, and hassle-free city SUV backed by India's best service network, the 2022 Brezza makes a compelling — if expensive - case.
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