Tata Motors has recently unveiled the refreshed Nexon, featuring notable exterior and interior enhancements while maintaining its existing powertrain options. While the mechanical aspects of the Nexon remain largely unchanged, Tata Motors has disclosed the ARAI-claimed fuel efficiency figures for the various powertrain configurations. In this article, we will delve into a comprehensive comparison of the Nexon’s fuel efficiency with two prominent rivals from Maruti Suzuki: the Brezza and the Fronx.
Tata Nexon ARAI-Claimed Fuel Efficiency: Let’s begin by examining the ARAI-claimed fuel efficiency figures for the Tata Nexon across its powertrain options:
Petrol Variants:
- Petrol 5MT/6MT: 17.44 kmpl
- Petrol AMT: 17.18 kmpl
- Petrol DCT: 17.01 kmpl
Diesel Variants:
- Diesel MT: 23.23 kmpl
- Diesel AMT: 24.08 kmpl
Fuel Efficiency Comparison: Now, let’s compare the Nexon’s fuel efficiency with the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Fronx to see how it stacks up.
Nexon vs. Brezza:
- Petrol MT:
- Nexon: 17.44 kmpl
- Brezza: 17.38 kmpl
- Petrol AT:
- Nexon AMT: 17.18 kmpl
- Nexon DCT: 17.01 kmpl
- Brezza: 19.80 kmpl
The Maruti Brezza features a larger 1.5-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine with 103hp, whereas the Nexon boasts a 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbocharged unit with 120hp. In the manual configuration, the Nexon edges out the Brezza by a small margin in terms of fuel efficiency. However, in the automatic category, the Brezza outperforms both of Nexon’s AMT- and DCT-equipped variants.
Nexon vs. Fronx:
- Petrol MT:
- Nexon: 17.44 kmpl
- Fronx: 21.79 kmpl/21.5 kmpl
- Petrol AT:
- Nexon AMT: 17.18 kmpl
- Nexon DCT: 17.01 kmpl
- Fronx: 22.89 kmpl/20.01 kmpl
The Fronx offers two engine options: a 90hp 1.2-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 100hp 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged unit. Despite being less powerful than the Nexon, all Fronx powertrains boast superior fuel efficiency, with claimed figures exceeding 20 kmpl.
Conclusion: In summary, Tata’s Nexon showcases competitive fuel efficiency figures, especially in its manual petrol variant when compared to the Maruti Brezza. However, Maruti’s Brezza and Fronx demonstrate their prowess in automatic configurations, delivering better mileage. The Fronx, with its smaller turbocharged engines, offers impressive fuel economy, although it comes at the expense of some power. Ultimately, the choice between these sub-compact SUVs will depend on various factors, including individual preferences for power and efficiency.
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