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Mahindra NuvoSport vs. Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza

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On paper, it may look like a really hard comparison- the Vitara Brezza is clearly ruling the sales charts while the Mahindra NuvoSport feels like a car much bigger than the compact SUV segment where it is being positioned by M&M. The sub 4m SUV segment is hugely lucrative in India and car companies are realizing this and hence this flood of upcoming launches in the segment.

 

Design wise, the Brezza offers a neat design with clean lines and subtle styling cues while the NuvoSport is more flamboyant, eye grabbing and is visibly more intimidating and big as compared to the Vitara Brezza. The Brezza has a black dashboard with aluminum touches and build quality is slightly better than the NuvoSport. The NuvoSport gets a dashboard similar to the Quanto. The Brezza offers seats that are a little too firm while the NuvoSport comes with wider seats but they are not as supportive. The NuvoSport has a longer wheelbase and more interior room. The jump suits are the back make it a 5+2 arrangement though these added seats are ideally suited for children.

 

 

The NuvoSport is wider than the Brezza and hence more comfortable on long trips. The NuvoSport has two extra seats, big space under the rear bench and a bigger boot. The Vitara Brezza gets keyless entry, push button start, navigation, Apple CarPlay and projector headlamps which are not present in the NuvoSport along with automatic climate control and a cooled glove box and reverse camera. The NuvoSport only has parking sensors at the back. Both the cars have ABS, EBD and dual airbags. The Brezza and NuvoSport both come with touch screen infotainment systems though the former is easier to use. The Brezza has a 1.3 litre diesel motor which dishes out 90 PS and 200 Nm while the NuvoSport has a more powerful and punchier engine. However, the lower weight of the Brezza makes it quicker and VGT eliminates all traces of turbo lag.

 

However, the NuvoSport is one to choose if you are big on power. The NuvoSport has a 101 PS and best in class 240 Nm 1.5 litre engine. The NuvoSport’s cabin is more silent as compared to the Vitara Brezza. Both cars come with a five speed manual transmission unit. The NuvoSport is taller than the Vitara Brezza and has the better suspension system of the two. The Vitara Brezza is easier to park and maneuver though. Overall handling is better in the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. The NuvoSport is priced at INR 9.12 lakhs for the top end model which is a little cheaper than the Vitara Brezza’s INR 9.54 lakhs for the top model. The NuvoSport offers 17.5 kmpl and the Brezza offers a really impressive figure of 24.3 kmpl.

 

This goes to show that when it comes to total ownership costs of both models, the Vitara Brezza edges past the NuvoSport. In terms of handling, drivability, features and overall experience, the Brezza is definitely the better car to buy. 

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Top 6 Facts About the Mahindra NuvoSport

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Mahindra NuvoSport – SUV

The Mahindra NuvoSport is one of the biggest launches for Mahindra & Mahindra in 2016. This compact seven seater SUV has already generated huge interest amongst fans and loyalists of the brand along with prospective car buyers in the compact SUV segment.
Apart from knowing the on road prices, here are the top 6 facts that you should definitely know about-
With bookings open for INR 10, 000, the Mahindra NuvoSport can be confirmed for purchase right away at your nearest dealership. There has been no official confirmation from Mahindra & Mahindra but dealerships are accepting bookings for the compact SUV in lieu of this small and token amount. According to sources, the number of bookings is already higher than expected which augurs well for India’s largest utility vehicle maker.

 

Design wise, the Mahindra NuvoSport is a replacement for the Quanto which retains the basic body structure and even the rear looks quite similar even though the front fascia has been completely changed and face lifted. This is an all new car in that respect with a complete interior and exterior makeover alike. The NuvoSport improves on each and every aspect as compared to the Quanto, particularly keeping the new headlights, LED DRLs, narrow grille, high bonnet line, big bumper, brushed metal sump guards at both front and rear and the floating roof into context. There will also be round fog lamps and 5 spoke alloy wheels for higher variants in addition to seating for seven people.

 

There will be four grades for the NuvoSport spread through six unique variants, namely the N4, N6, N4+, N8, N6 AMT and N8. ABS may be a standard feature throughout the entire vehicle lineup while dual airbags are likely to be optional for the N4 grade. The top end N8 grade will get steering mounted buttons, Bluetooth, touch screen audio system, voice command recognition, tilt steering adjustability and alloy wheels among other features.

 

The NuvoSport makes use of the same platform as that of the new generation Scorpio and does not use the previous platform used for the Quanto. This automatically means that the compact SUV will offer better handling, balance and drivability in comparison to its predecessor. This may well be a good move from Mahindra & Mahindra. This should also mean that the NuvoSport is likely to get a longer wheelbase than the NuvoSport in spite of being a sub 4m vehicle.

 

The new NuvoSport is slated to come with a trusted and time tested 1.5 litre diesel engine which is also used for the TUV300. However, there will be a 1.2 litre petrol engine option like the KUV100 and Mahindra is reportedly considering an AMT gearbox option for the NuvoSport apart from the likely 5 speed manual transmission unit for all regular variants.

 

The NuvoSport will be launched on the 4th of April and Mahindra & Mahindra will definitely look to price the car competitively in order to outstrip rivals like the Ford EcoSport and Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. The prices are estimated to be between INR 6-8.5 lakhs (ex-showroom). You can check on road prices in Delhi here.