Suzuki Fronx

The Suzuki Fronx is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment)[3] 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.[4][5]

Not to be confused with Suzuki Fronte.

Suzuki Fronx
2023 Suzuki Fronx 1.2 Delta+ (India)
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
Production2023–present
AssemblyIndia: Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat)
DesignerMasahiro Kato, Vidyasagar Gupta, Abhishek Bhasker and Mohammad Arif[1]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformHEARTECT B platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainMild hybrid (1.0 L turbo)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,520 mm (99.2 in)
Length3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width1,765 mm (69.5 in)
Height1,550 mm (61.0 in)
Curb weight965–1,060 kg (2,127–2,337 lb)

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.[6]

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.[7] It has a 308-litre boot, 10 litres smaller than the Baleno due to a slightly raised loading floor.[8] 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.[9]

The Fronx has been exported from India since July 2023. Planned export markets include the Middle East, Latin America, Africa, and Australia.[3] For export markets, the 1.5-liter K15C four-cylinder engine with the Smart Hybrid system is available.[10]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Interior
    Interior

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.[11]

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.[9]

Type Engine code[12] 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[13] 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
  • 5-speed manual
  • 6-speed automatic
 FWD 2023–present (except India)

References
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  10. "All-New Jimny 5-Door and All-New SUV Fronx Unveiled in India" (Press release). Suzuki. 12 January 2023.
  11. "Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Variant-wise features explained". The Times of India. 19 January 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 24 June 2023.
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