Maruti Suzuki India celebrates a decade of success with the Brezza, India’s No.1 Compact SUV

Maruti Suzuki celebrates a decade of the Brezza, India’s No.1 compact SUV, highlighting its role in shaping the country’s fast-growing SUV segment. Since 2016, the model has consistently ranked among India’s top bestselling passenger vehicles, reflecting strong customer trust and enduring popularity.

Maruti Suzuki India Limited is marking the 10th anniversary of the Brezza, recognised as India’s No.1 compact SUV, highlighting a decade of strong market performance and sustained customer trust. Since its debut in 2016, the Brezza has played a pivotal role in shaping the compact SUV category, helping it grow into one of the largest and most competitive segments in the country’s passenger vehicle market.

Positioned as a youthful urban SUV, the Brezza has resonated with evolving customer aspirations by combining practicality, style and everyday versatility. Designed to complement modern lifestyles, the model has become a preferred choice for buyers seeking a vehicle that reflects personal identity while supporting both daily commutes and weekend adventures.

Over the past decade, the Brezza has consistently demonstrated strong sales momentum, maintaining a place among India’s top 10 bestselling passenger vehicles. Its continued popularity underscores the brand’s leadership in the compact SUV space and reflects the confidence customers have placed in the model year after year.

Speaking on this milestone, Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “The Brezza story is one that has empowered the SUV era in India. Conceptualised, designed and developed with new-age customer aspirations, the Brezza’s authentic SUV DNA and feature-loaded cabin have constantly redefined customer expectations with each new model launch. As we reflect on its journey through the decade on its 10th anniversary, it’s worth noting that the Brezza has not just consistently retained its position as India’s most loved SUV; it has also steadily expanded the market share for the entire compact SUV segment to 31% contribution to today.”

“The Brezza name today is synonymous with SUVs and continues to command strong brand consideration, with 56% of customers considering it as their predetermined choice. We at Maruti Suzuki are deeply thankful to our customers for making the Brezza their SUV of choice for a decade. We remain committed to offering our customers the perfect blend of style, technology, performance, and appeal that wins brand love,” he added.

A true symbol of success, the Brezza won over 28 of the most recognised automotive awards in its first year, including the coveted Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2017. From its early sporty, glamorous image to today’s powerful, hot and tech avatar, the Brezza has evolved over two generations with a drive for constant innovation. The Brezza makes a strong connect with today’s dynamic customers who like to play by their own rules as driven, confident, adventure seekers who look for a commanding SUV with a bold driving experience. The Brezza is an SUV that adds “More Power to Your Play,” ensuring the SUV serves as an extension of its owner’s personality, empowering them to make the most of every moment.

The latest generation Brezza is powered by a 1.5L petrol engine with Progressive Smart Hybrid Technology, advanced 6-speed automatic transmission with steering-mounted paddle shifters, 360-view camera, electric sunroof, Head-Up Display, Smart Play Pro+ with surround sound, and 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP?*2) with Hill Hold Assist as standard, reinforcing Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to safety and innovation.