Maruti Brezza 2022 LXI: A Detailed Look at the Compact SUV
The Maruti Brezza 2022 is a popular compact SUV, and we are taking a detailed look at its LXI variant, which is the base model. This article will cover the car’s features, design, and pricing.
Exterior Design Highlights
From the front, the Maruti Brezza 2022 features a distinct look. It includes halogen projector headlights with side indicators. The front grille showcases the Suzuki logo with chrome inserts. Below, you will find housing for fog lamps and a lower grille with a unique design. The car offers good ground clearance and comes with a dual wiper setup.
The side profile of the LXI variant does not include wheel covers as standard, though they might be shown for display. It features disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The tires are sized 215/60 R16. Black cladding is present around the wheel arches, with an additional wide black cladding on the side (which is an accessory). The outside rearview mirrors are body-colored, electrically adjustable, and include integrated turn indicators. The door handles are also body-colored, and the car comes with a remote central locking key.
The rear profile of the Brezza 2022 is particularly attractive, giving a “Range Rover car feel.” It features LED tail lights and a reverse light. The base variant does not have a rear wiper. Above, you will find a high-mount stop lamp and an integrated spoiler. An antenna is also present. The rear bumper includes reflectors and four parking sensors as standard. A reverse camera, if seen, is an accessory and installed later.
Interior Features and Comfort
The interior of the Brezza LXI features an all-black dashboard and door panels. The door panels include power window controls, a door opener, and a bottle holder. Seat covers, if present, are an accessory. The driver’s seat offers height adjustment. The car has ABC pedals for its manual transmission. Levers for opening the bonnet and fuel lid are also provided. Essential buttons for traction control and idle start/stop are available.
The instrument cluster shows the speedometer, fuel gauge, and provides information such as average, range, and trip mileage. The top speed displayed is 220 km/h. The steering wheel, adorned with the Suzuki logo, does not have audio controls in this variant (as an audio system is not standard). It offers controls for wipers and headlights. The steering wheel can be adjusted for tilt (forward and backward).
The center console houses a 5-speed manual gearbox and the handbrake. Two cup holders and additional storage space are available. An aftermarket touchscreen audio system from Sony, supporting Bluetooth, USB, and AUX, can be installed, along with its microphone.
For the second-row passengers, power window controls are provided. The base variant does not include headrests for the rear seats. Despite this, the seating is comfortable, offering good space.
Engine and Performance
The Maruti Brezza 2022 comes with a 1.5-liter K15C petrol engine. This engine offers both manual and automatic transmission options. It produces 103 BHP of power and 137 Nm of torque. Only a petrol engine option is available for this car.
Safety and Dimensions
For safety, the Brezza LXI includes ABS with EBD, dual airbags, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), traction control, reverse parking sensors, and seatbelt warnings. While the previous generation Brezza achieved a 4-star crash test rating, the 2022 model has not yet undergone a crash test.
The dimensions of the Brezza 2022 are as follows: it has a length of 3995 mm, a height of 1790 mm, and a wheelbase of 2500 mm. The boot space offered is 328 liters. A spare wheel with a steel rim (similar tire size) is located under the boot floor. A parcel tray is not provided as standard in the base variant.
Pricing and Variants
The Maruti Brezza 2022 LXI variant starts at an ex-showroom price of ₹7.99 lakh. The on-road price in Lucknow is approximately ₹9.18 lakh.
The Brezza 2022 is available in four variants: LXI, VXI, ZXI, and ZXI+. Higher variants like the ZXI+ offer additional features such as a sunroof, six airbags, ambient lighting, and a 360-degree view camera.
Color Options and Warranty
The Maruti Brezza 2022 is available in several color options, including White, Red, Blue, Grey, Silver, and Khaki Golden.
Maruti provides a standard warranty of 2 years or 40,000 kilometers, which can be extended up to 5 years.
Competition
The Maruti Brezza 2022 directly competes with other compact SUVs in the market, such as the Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. It faces strong competition, particularly with the Hyundai Venue 2022.
Conclusion
The Maruti Brezza 2022 LXI variant offers a good package of features and design for a base model compact SUV. While some premium features like a standard music system, rear wiper, or rear headrests are not included, the car provides essential safety features and a strong road presence.
