Brezza has been one of the most important vehicles for not just Maruti Suzuki, but for the entire Indian automotive market. This high-volume offering from Maruti Suzuki is a crowd favourite and it was recently updated in 2026 with a facelift with a new beating heart and slightly revised aesthetics and upgraded equipment.
However, the testing of Brezza has not stopped yet and test mules of camouflaged Brezza continue to be spotted even after the launch. This indicates that Maruti Suzuki is working on a significant update to its sub 4m SUV. Most probable updates could include an E85 compliant engine or the new 1.2L Hybrid engine.
New Maruti SUV Spied Testing
Even after the launch of Brezza facelift, Maruti Suzuki has been testing this SUV. Latest spy shots donned fully camouflage, but the iconic silhouette of Brezza was unmistakable. This test mule donned red registration plates from Haryana state and it even had similar lighting elements as current Brezza.
Maruti Suzuki could be something be testing something that the spy shots could not capture, which is its beating heart. At Suzuki’s Technology Strategy Briefing 2026 held in Japan, the company showcased a bunch of new powertrains that could eventually make their way to India, if market study concludes.
These engines include a duo of 1.2L Turbo Petrol engine and 1.5L Turbo Petrol engine and then a 1.2L Hybrid engine. Called 1.2L Z12E, this Hybrid engine is mated to a 0.6 kWh battery pack and two electric motors. Engine output is 60 kW (80 bhp) and 108 Nm, while the traction motor is rated at 65 kW (87 bhp).
A more powerful Plug-In Hybrid system based on this 1.2L engine (Turbocharged) is also revealed. The exact battery capacity of the system and voltage architecture is not announced, but the battery will be larger and it can be recharged externally at user’s will. Peak system power is rated at 130 kW (174 bhp).
Low-Cost ADAS System?
A REEV (Range Extended Electric Vehicle) is also proposed with peak system output rated at 114 bhp for long commuters. In this system, a large electric battery (capacity not revealed) is the primary propulsion system and the 1.2L engine acts as a generator to top up the battery when needed.
The Maruti Brezza spied testing, could also be a testbed for the company to develop their new low-cost ADAS system for the masses. The company aims to offer ADAS for all their vehicles as part of the broader technology push planned by the company, with particular interest shown on Indian market.
