Maruti Suzuki India aims to become India’s leading Utility Vehicle (UV) player in fiscal year 2024. In order to double its SUV sales, the company will bring in two major products in this segment – Fronx compact crossover and Jimny 5-door. While the former will go on sale in the next couple of weeks, the latter one is reported to hit showrooms in late May 2023. Once launched, the Maruti Fronx will be put up against the Tata Punch, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger. Let’s take a look at all its key details.
Design Highlights
The Fronx, which is essentially the Baleno-based SUV coupe, underpins the Heartect monocoque platform. Some of its body panels are exactly similar to its hatchback sibling, while its split headlamp setup and more upright nose seem borrowed from the Grand Vitara. The model has sporty front and rear bumpers with faux skid plates and subtle use of chrome. The side profile is adorned by 17-inch alloy wheels and a roofline slipping towards the tailgate.
Dimensions, Colours
The overall length, width and height of the compact crossover stand at 3995mm, 1550mm and 1765mm respectively. The Fronx comes in 9 exterior colour options, namely, Arctic White, Opulent Red, Splendid Silver, Grandeur Grey, Nexa Blue, Earthen Brown, Splendid Silver with Black roof, Earthen Brown with Black roof and Opulent Red with Black roof. Read – Updated Maruti WagonR Launch, Key Details
Standard Features
The entry-level Sigma variant of the Maruti Fronx offers features such as automatic climate control, keyless entry and go, dual-tone interior, fabric seat upholstery, powered windows, tilt adjustment for steering, 60:40 rear seat split, dual airbags, reverse parking sensors, rear defogger, hill hold assist, electronic stability programe, halogen projector headlamps and steel wheels with wheel covers.
What More?
The compact crossover also comes with a 7.0-inch SmartPlay Pro touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, voice assistant features, 6-speaker sound system, electrically adjustable wing mirrors, wireless charger, rear AC vents, Suzuki connected car features, rear view camera, fast USB charging ports, Head-Up display, 360 degree camera, cruise control and leather wrapped steering wheel. One must note that the aforementioned features will vary variant-wise.
Engine-Gearbox Options
Engine setup of the Maruti Fronx include a new 1.0L, 3-cylinder turbo petrol Boosterjet and 1.2L, 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol unit, making 100bhp with 147.6Nm and 90bhp with 113Nm respectively. A 5-speed manual gearbox is standard, while the 6-speed torque converter automatic and 5-speed AMT gearboxes are optional offerings with the turbo-petrol and NA petrol variants respectively.
