To strengthen their SUV portfolio, Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the Fronx sub-4-meter compact SUV in April 2024. Being the largest selling car in the period from April to February, a wholesale of 122,2024 units were sold. Exter, too, joined the list of cars launched in FY24, reaching a monthly volume of 7853 units.
When talking about Fronx specifications, the car has a couple of options in the engine section. Firstly, 1.2-liter dual jet, dual VVT petrol (89.73 PS of maximum power and 113 Nm of peak torque), and secondly, 1.0-liter Turbo Boosterjet petrol (100.06 PS of maximum power and 147.6 Nm of peak torque).The 1.2-liter unit can be paired with any of the 5-speed MT or 5-speed AMT, and on the other hand, the 1.0-liter unit can be paired with either a 5-speed MT or a 6-speed AT.
You will also get the option of CNG with a 1.2-liter dual-jet dual VVT petrol engine (77.5 PS of maximum power and 98.5 Nm of peak torque) along with a 5-speed MT. In terms of mileage, in the 1.2 MT you can claim 21.79 kmpl, in the 1.2 AMT, 22.89 kmpl, in the 1.0 MT, 21.5 kmpl, in the 1.0 AT, 20.01 kmpl, and in the 1.2 MT, CNG, 28.51 kmpl.
Talking about the features, the LED multi-reflector headlamps with LED DRL’s, automatic headlamps, LED rear combination lamps, shark fin antenna, and 16-inch alloy wheels are among the best things Fronx can boost. The cabin is also equipped with a 9-inch HD Smart Play Pro+ infotainment system, wireless Apple Car Play, Android auto connectivity, Arkamys surround sound system, automatic climate control, a heads-up navigation display, a 360-degree view camera, and a wireless charger. For safety purposes, Fronx also has 6 airbags, three-point ELR seatbelts, ESP hill hold assist, rollover mitigation, ABS with EBD, brake assist, and Isofix child seat mounts.
Conclusion
Maruti Suzuki Fronx is in five variants: Sigma, Delta, Delta+, Zeta, and Alpha. The only cons you will face while opting for Fronx is, the driving position is not as high as it is offered in the SUVs, many not be comfortable for the taller occupant, and turbo lag can happen below 2,500 rpm in the 1.0 litre engine. For more updates on the new car launched in 2024, visit www.fyndmycar.com.
FAQs
Q1. How much does the Maruti Fronx cost?
Ans: The base price of the Maruti FRONX is ₹ 7.51 Lakh, while the highest variant is ₹ 13.04 Lakh. There are 14 different models of the FRONX available; the Sigma is the base model and the top model is the Maruti FRONX Alpha Turbo DT AT.
Q2. Is FRONX a success?
Ans: Maruti Suzuki Fronx surpasses Grand Vitara to become the fastest vehicle in India history to reach one lakh sales. With one lakh units sold in only nine months, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx—which is based on the Baleno—has become the fastest-selling vehicle in India. This Maruti Suzuki model is the only one with a petrol turbocharger.
Q3. Is the FRONX or Brezza a better car?
Ans: The engine size of the Brezza is 1462 cc (Petrol top model), while the FRONX is 1197 cc (CNG top model). The Brezza and the FRONX have different mileage estimates: the former has 25.51 km/kg (Petrol top model) while the latter has 28.51 km/kg (Petrol top model).
