Hello friend,
It’s always exciting when we look at a car that strikes a good balance of value, practicality, and style — and that’s why I’m writing about the Maruti Brezza VXi today. If you’re someone in Patna (or anywhere in Bihar) looking for an SUV that won’t make your wallet cry and yet gives you respectable features, then this variant might just hit the sweet spot.
Introduction: Why this car?
So brother, here’s the thing: the Brezza has been one of those popular names in India’s compact SUV space. But when it comes to the Maruti Brezza VXi variant, you’re getting a step up from the base, making it more usable for day-to-day life. Do you know it’s very special or unique in its segment because it gives features that most base variants skip?
In our town, you might expect the on-road price (Patna / Bihar area) of the Maruti Brezza VXi (petrol manual) to hover roughly around ₹11 to 12 lakh (just an estimate, local taxes, dealer add-ons, and maybe offers will change it). The ex-showroom price for the VXi variant is listed at about ₹9.26 lakh in Delhi.
Engine, Performance & Drive
Let’s get into what it gives under the hood. The Maruti Brezza VXi comes with a 1,462 cc petrol engine. For the petrol manual version, it generates around 99 bhp (or thereabouts) and decent torque. For everyday drives — city, occasional highway — it’s good.
From real life experience: imagine driving from Patna to Gaya on a weekend. You’ll appreciate the higher driving position, decent comfort, and the fact that it’s lighter to manoeuvre than a large SUV. However, don’t expect sports-car acceleration. On open highways it will do the job, but if you’re loading up 5 people + luggage, you’ll feel it more.
Mileage-wise, for the petrol, you’ll get something around 17-18 km/litre in mixed use (realistic city + highway) for the Maruti Brezza VXi. Some sources say around 17.38 kmpl. So for our roads, it may be a little less — say 14-16 km/litre if traffic’s heavy.
Features & Comfort: What you’re getting
Let’s talk about what the Maruti Brezza VXi brings in terms of features. And I’ll tell you like a friend: these features make the jump from base more meaningful.
- It gets a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto / Apple CarPlay.
- Automatic climate control instead of manual AC controls. Nice when summer hits.
- Height adjustable driver’s seat. This matters so you can find a comfortable driving position.
- On safety & comfort side: We’re talking dual front airbags as standard, ABS, etc.
- Good ground clearance: 198 mm for the Brezza. That means when you hit a pothole or a bad stretch of road (which we all face often), you’ll feel a little more confident.
From a comfort point of view: when you take your family for the weekend ride — kids in the back, luggage — the Brezza’s cabin is reasonably spacious for 5 people. Compared to say small hatchbacks, you’ll feel the difference. One real‐life example: I took a friend’s Brezza on a trip and with 4 adults + some bags the back seat had decent space and the driver view was solid.
Exterior & Interior Styling
From the looks too, the Maruti Brezza VXi isn’t just plain. It carries the SUV stance, decent road presence. In the town traffic of Patna/Bihar, the higher seating gives you a better view over smaller cars. The materials inside are good for the price — of course, you won’t get ultra-premium stuff, but for this budget and this class, you’ll feel you’re getting a serious car, not just a budget hatch.
Colour options: You have several colours such as Pearl Arctic White, Sizzling Red, Brave Khaki, Magma Grey and others. These colour names might sound fancy, but in our local context they mean you have the option to pick something that looks good and stands out.
From my view: if you pick something like Sizzling Red or Brave Khaki, you’re going to turn a few heads in traffic (in a subtle way), compared to the everyday white or silver. So if you care about looks, that’s a plus.
Practicality: Daily use, Maintenance & After-Sales
Talking about day-to-day life: In town errands, drop kids off, office, weekend trips — the Maruti Brezza VXi is very well sized. Not too big to become a burden in traffic, not too small to feel cramped on highways. The boot space is fine (for most normal families). The service network of Maruti Suzuki is strong in Bihar and the Patna region, so you’ll find service centres fairly easily. That’s a big plus.
Also, resale value tends to be decent with Maruti cars — as people trust the brand. So when you decide to upgrade later, you may not feel you lost too much.
However, one practical note: if you often carry very heavy loads + go offroad or want luxury premium finishes, then you might feel something missing (that’s true for most cars in this category). But if your usage is mostly city + highways with occasional bad roads, this one fits sweet.
Price & Value: Is it worth the money?
Now, brother, this is a big question. Let’s see: The variant listing shows ex-showroom of about ₹9.26 lakh in Delhi for the Maruti Brezza VXi. On-road (with RTO, insurance, etc) in Patna or our town will be higher — maybe around ₹11-12 lakh as I mentioned.
In that price band, what are you getting vs what else you could get? There are competitors but many either cost more, have fewer features, or larger service cost. So I feel you’re getting really good value.
From an ownership point of view: with the features, decent mileage, strong brand, service network — yes, you’re making a smart choice. Especially if you’re a normal guy who wants something reliable, comfortable, stylish — not just “cheap”.
Pros & Things to Consider
Pros
- Good mix of features for the price (touchscreen, automatic AC, decent engine).
- Spacious enough for a family of 5, comfortable for city and highway.
- Strong service / brand support from Maruti.
- Affordable compared to larger SUVs; easier to drive in city.
- Good ground clearance for roads that aren’t perfect (which is important here).
Things to Consider
- The mileage will drop in heavy city traffic; don’t expect a luxury-SUV experience.
- Interior materials are good but not ultra-premium; you’ll notice if you compare to top-segment.
- If you want diesel (many SUVs have diesel) this one is petrol only (in this variant).
- For heavy use with 5 people + luggage + rough terrain frequently, maybe a larger SUV could give more comfort.
- Colors: if you pick lighter colour you may see more dirt/mud especially after monsoon region roads.
My Verdict: Should you buy it?
If I were you and sitting in Patna, making a decision between say: “Do I buy a hatchback and save more?” vs “I go for Maruti Brezza VXi and step up in comfort?”, I would lean towards the Brezza because the jump in comfort and usability is quite meaningful. Especially if you use the car regularly, carry family/friends, or plan weekend trips.
If you’re mostly solo driving, short trips, maybe you could pick a smaller car to save money. But for a family car, daily + occasional trips, I’d say go for the Maruti Brezza VXi. It’s a smart buy.
Just make sure you check the exact on-road price at the local dealer in Patna, ask about waiting time (sometimes waiting period for these popular models), and check what colour you prefer. Also check for any additional accessories and warranty offers.
Final Words
So brother, in summary: the Maruti Brezza VXi is one of those “practical picks” in the compact SUV space that doesn’t feel like a compromise. You’re not buying just because “it’s cheap”, you’re buying because “it gives good value, decent features, everyday usability, and less trouble”.
When you drive it from Patna to your weekend destination, you’ll feel comfortable, confident, and maybe even proud. That comfort of “I picked a car that gives me what I need” — is worth a lot.
If you want, I can check latest offers in Patna (discounts, waiting period) and compare with other cars in same price band (like competitors) so you can pick with full info. Want me to do that?
