Maruti Suzuki Fronx Gains Popularity with Turbo Power SUV Styling and High Mileage

Maruti Suzuki stylish compact crossover continues to attract Indian buyers with its sporty design, efficient petrol and CNG options.

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is a popular compact crossover SUV in India, sold through the premium Nexa dealership network. It combines the styling of a coupe-like SUV with the practicality and fuel efficiency Maruti cars are known for. The model was first showcased at Auto Expo 2023 and has quickly become one of the brand’s strong sellers in the sub-4-metre SUV segment.

Design and Positioning

The Fronx is based on the same platform as the Baleno hatchback but features a more muscular SUV-inspired design. Its raised stance, bold grille, LED lighting, and sloping rear roofline give it a sporty crossover look that appeals to younger buyers.

Engine Options

The Fronx offers multiple powertrain options to suit different driving needs:

• 1.2L DualJet Petrol: Produces about 90 PS and 113 Nm of torque, ideal for daily city driving.
• 1.0L Boosterjet Turbo Petrol: Generates around 100 PS and 148 Nm, delivering stronger performance for highway driving.
• 1.2L CNG Variant: Focused on lower running costs for budget-conscious buyers.

Transmission options include 5-speed manual, 5-speed AMT, and a 6-speed torque converter automatic, giving customers flexibility depending on their driving preference.

Mileage

Fuel efficiency is one of the key highlights of the Fronx:

• Petrol: up to about 22.9 kmpl
• Turbo petrol: around 21.5 kmpl
• CNG: about 28.5 km/kg

Price in India

The Fronx is positioned as an affordable compact SUV with a wide price range:

• Starting price: around Rs 6.85 lakh (ex-showroom)
• Top variant: around Rs 11.84 lakh (ex-showroom)
• On-road price: roughly Rs 7.79 lakh to Rs 13.7 lakh depending on variant and city.

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Safety Update

In recent updates, six airbags have been made standard across all variants, improving passenger safety and aligning with newer safety standards in India.

Why It’s Popular

The Fronx attracts buyers because of its SUV styling, strong mileage, Maruti reliability, and wide service network. It also stands out as one of the few Maruti models to offer a turbo-petrol engine in the compact SUV segment.