Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.2-litre turbo petrol incoming?
- 1Upcoming 1.2L turbo petrol engine will replace the current 1.5L NA petrol engine
- 2Engines above 1.2L in sub-4-meter models attract higher taxation rates
- 3Reduced taxation on the smaller engine will translate into more saving
Maruti Suzuki India seems to be planning the launch of a new turbo-petrol engine for the Brezza. The upcoming 1.2L turbo-petrol engine is likely to replace the current 1.5L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder petrol engine. This shift could have a significant impact on both the performance and affordability of the Brezza. So, let's dive into the details and explore how this change might affect everything from power delivery to the overall cost for customers.
Maruti Suzuki Brezza turbo petrol — Tax-friendly engine option
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is powered by a 1.5L petrol engine that delivers 103PS of power and 137Nm of torque. This petrol engine comes paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission, offering flexibility for different driving preferences.
However, there's an important detail many miss when considering these specs—the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a sub-4 meter model. Taxation rules in India impose a GST rate of 29% on petrol vehicles with engines under 1.2L. However, engines exceeding this capacity, like the Brezza’s 1.5L engine, attract a higher tax rate of 43% for subcompact models. This distinction has a noticeable impact on the vehicle's overall cost.
Here’s where it gets interesting for your wallet. If Maruti Suzuki decides to introduce a 1.2L turbo petrol engine in the future, it could significantly alter the Brezza’s pricing dynamics. This would bring a significant change to the pricing structure and could make the Brezza even more appealing
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Maruti Brezza 1.2L Turbo Petrol Engine Gets Z-Series Foundation
The upcoming Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.2L turbo petrol engine will be based on the 2024 Swift's new 1.2L Z-Series N/A petrol engine. This engine, which debuted with the next-generation Swift, produces 82PS of power and 112Nm of torque, paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or an AMT. However, in the Brezza, the turbo petrol engine may be tuned slightly higher for improved performance.
Where does the Maruti Suzuki Brezza price stand right now?
| Variant | Ex-Showroom Price (Rs) |
|---|---|
| LXI | 8,34,000 |
| LXI CNG | 9,29,000 |
| VXI | 9,69,500 |
| VXI CNG | 10,64,500 |
| Smart Hybrid VXI AT | 11,09,500 |
| Smart Hybrid ZXI | 11,14,500 |
| ZXI CNG | 12,09,500 |
| Smart Hybrid ZXI AT | 12,54,500 |
| Smart Hybrid ZXI+ | 12,58,000 |
| Smart Hybrid ZXI+ AT | 13,98,000 |
As of now, the base price of the Maruti Suzuki Brezza starts at Rs 8.34 lakh, with the CNG variant priced from Rs 9.29 lakh. With the introduction of the new Brezza turbo engine, price changes are expected. since there will be a big saving on taxes, we expect Maruti Suzuki to pass on those savings to the end consumers as well.
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