| Suzuki Fronx | |
|---|---|
 2023 Suzuki Fronx 1.2 Delta+ (India) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
| Also called | |
| Production | 2023–present |
| Assembly | India: Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat) |
| Designer | Masahiro Kato, Vidyasagar Gupta, Abhishek Bhasker and Mohammad Arif[3] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | HEARTECT B platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Mild hybrid (1.0 L turbo) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,765 mm (69.5 in) |
| Height | 1,550 mm (61.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 965–1,060 kg (2,127–2,337 lb) |
The Suzuki Fronx is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment)[5] produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki through its Indian subsidiary Maruti Suzuki since 2023. It is based on the Baleno hatchback, and positioned below the Brezza.[6][7]
Overview
Presented in January 2023 at the Auto Expo in India, the Fronx for the Indian market is exclusively available at the Nexa dealership chain reserved for high-end Maruti Suzuki models. It is Suzuki's second model in the sub-4 metre SUV segment in India after the Brezza, and occupies the lower bracket of India's sub-4 metre tax structure due to its smaller engine.[8]
Maruti Suzuki claims it had spent 9 billion rupees in the development of the Fronx. Compared to the Baleno, the bonnet has been heightened, the body panels reshaped, and the rear pillars are tilted forward.[9] It has a 308-litre boot, 10 litres smaller than the Baleno due to a slightly raised loading floor.[10] The ground clearance is also raised by 20 mm (0.8 in) to 210 mm (8.3 in), a result of a modified suspension and larger 195/60 R16 tyres.[11]
The Fronx has been exported from India since July 2023. Planned export markets include the Middle East, Latin America, Africa, and Australia.[5] For export markets, the 1.5-liter K15C four-cylinder engine with the Smart Hybrid system is available.[12]
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Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor/Starlet Cross
A rebadged Fronx called the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor was unveiled in India on 3 April 2024. It receives a different grille design similar to the facelifted Toyota Rumion with different headlights and taillights. In India, it is offered in E, S, S+, G and V.[13] The latter three are powered by the 1.2-litre petrol engine, while the G and V use the 1.0-litre petrol engine and the E grade uses both petrol and CNG engine.[14]
Markets
India
In the Indian market, the Fronx is offered in five variants: Sigma, Delta, Delta+, Zeta and Alpha. The latter three are powered by the 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, while Sigma, Delta, and Delta+ uses the 1.2-litre petrol engine.[15]
GCC
The Fronx was unveiled in the GCC markets on 16 July 2023. It is powered by the 1.5-liter mild hybrid petrol engine and it is offered in GL and GLX grade levels.
Powertrain
The Fronx is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder K10C Boosterjet turbocharged petrol engine rated at 73.6 kW (99 hp; 100 PS), with a 48V mild hybrid system. This engine option is available with a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed Aisin torque converter automatic transmission. Another engine option is the less expensive 1.2-litre K12N Dualjet petrol engine rated at 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS), mated to a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automated manual gearbox.[11]
| Type | Engine code[16] | Displacement | Power | Torque | Electric motor | Battery | Transmission | Layout | Calendar years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | K12N Dualjet | 1,197 cc (1.2 L) I4 | 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) @ 6,000 rpm | 113 N⋅m (11.5 kg⋅m; 83.3 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm | - | - |
|
FWD | 2023–present |
| Petrol/CNG | K12N Dualjet[17] | 1,197 cc (1.2 L) I4 | Petrol: 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) @ 6,000 rpm
CNG: 57 kW (76 hp; 77 PS) @ 6,000 rpm |
Petrol: 113 N⋅m (11.5 kg⋅m; 83.3 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm
CNG: 98.5 N⋅m (10.0 kg⋅m; 72.6 lb⋅ft) @ 4,300 rpm |
- | - | 5-speed manual | FWD | 2023–present (only available in India) |
| Petrol mild hybrid |
K10C Boosterjet | 998 cc (1.0 L) turbocharged I3 | 73.6 kW (99 hp; 100 PS) @ 5,500 rpm | 147.6 N⋅m (15.1 kg⋅m; 109 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000–4,500 rpm | ISG | Lithium-ion |
|
FWD | 2023–present |
| Petrol mild hybrid |
K15C | 1,462 cc (1.5 L) I4 | 76 kW (102 hp; 103 PS) @ 6,000 rpm | 137 N⋅m (14.0 kg⋅m; 101 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm | ISG | Lithium-ion |
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FWD | 2023–present (except India) |
Sales
| Year | India | Mexico[18] |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 94,393[19] | 384 |
References
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- ^ "JP, 1746335, S". www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp. Retrieved 5 September 2023.
- ^ "Suzuki Fronx Breaks Cover In India As A Baleno-Based Urban SUV". Carscoops. 12 January 2023.
- ^ a b Leggett, David (13 July 2023). "Maruti Suzuki starts export of Fronx". Just Auto. Retrieved 20 July 2023.
- ^ Chakravarty, Shubhodeep (12 January 2023). "Maruti Fronx compact SUV, based on Baleno, showcased at Auto Expo 2023". HT Auto. Retrieved 12 January 2023.
- ^ "Auto Expo 2023: Maruti Baleno SUV Unveiled As The Fronx | CarDekho.com". CarDekho. Retrieved 12 January 2023.
- ^ "Auto Expo 2023: Maruti Suzuki Fronx revealed, bookings open". Autocar India. 12 January 2023. Retrieved 12 January 2023.
- ^ "Design Direction Of Nexa Fronx - The 900 Crore-Rupee Car". V3Cars. Retrieved 24 June 2023.
- ^ "Maruti Suzuki Fronx test drive review". www.thehindubusinessline.com. 10 April 2023. Retrieved 24 June 2023.
- ^ a b "Get behind the wheel of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx". Autocar Professional. Retrieved 24 June 2023.
- ^ "All-New Jimny 5-Door and All-New SUV Fronx Unveiled in India" (Press release). Suzuki. 12 January 2023.
- ^ "All New Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor Launched In India, Starting At Rs. 7.74 Lakhs". Motorlane. 3 April 2024.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (3 April 2024). "Toyota unveils Urban Cruiser Taisor at prices starting ₹7.73 lakh". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 4 April 2024.
- ^ "Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Variant-wise features explained". The Times of India. 19 January 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 24 June 2023.
- ^ "Maruti Suzuki FRONX Specifications & Dimensions". NexaExperience. Retrieved 26 June 2023.
- ^ "Fronx Brochure" (PDF). Nexa Experience. Retrieved 20 July 2023.
- ^ "Venta al público y producción de vehículos ligeros por marca, modelo, segmento y país origen". Instituto Nacional de Estadística, Geografía e Informática (INEGI) (in Mexican Spanish).
- ^ "Best Selling Cars List of 2023!". Autopunditz. 22 January 2024.
External links
- Official website (Fronx)
- Official website (Urban Cruiser Taisor)
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