Engineering:Suzuki Fronx
| Suzuki Fronx | |
|---|---|
2024 Suzuki Fronx (Japan) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
| Also called | |
| Production | 2023–present |
| Assembly | India: Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat) Indonesia: Bekasi (Suzuki Indomobil Motor Cikarang plant) |
| Designer | Koichiro Fukushima, Masahiro Kato, Vidyasagar Gupta, Abhishek Bhasker and Mohammad Arif[3][4] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout |
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| Platform | HEARTECT B platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Mild hybrid (1.0 L turbo & K15C 1.5 L) |
| 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) |
| |uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 965–1,060 kg (2,127–2,337 lb) |
The Suzuki Fronx (Japanese: スズキ・フロンクス Hepburn: Suzuki Furonkusu) is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment)[7] produced by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki through its Indian subsidiary Maruti Suzuki since 2023. It is based on the Baleno, and positioned below the Brezza.[8][9]
The Fronx name is a portmanteau of "Frontier Next", which was trademarked by Suzuki in 2014.[10] There were rumors in 2015 that Suzuki's newest car at that time would be named Fronx, however it was later introduced as the Baleno.[11][12]
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.[13]
According to a development manager of the Fronx, the vehicle was conceived from the idea to create an SUV that is widely accepted by the market while using existing resources, which is the Baleno platform. The development process included ideas such as making the tailgate more upright to emphasize the interior space, but the company chose to embrace a coupe-style rear with a tilted tailgate.[14] Compared to the Baleno, the bonnet has been heightened, the body panels reshaped, and the rear pillars are tilted forward. It has a 308-litre boot, 10 litres smaller than the Baleno due to a slightly raised loading floor.[15] 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. Maruti Suzuki claims it had spent 9 billion rupees in the development of the Fronx.[16]
The Fronx has been exported from India since July 2023. Planned export markets include the Middle East, Latin America, Africa, Australia and Japan.[7] For export markets, the 1.5-litre K15C four-cylinder engine with the Smart Hybrid system is available.[17]
Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor / Starlet Cross
Toyota unveiled the rebadged Fronx, named Urban Cruiser Taisor, in India on 3 April 2024, featuring a new grille design and different headlights and taillights. In India, it is offered in E, S, S+, G and V.[18] The former 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.[19] The deliveries began in May 2024 and 13,496 units were sold till the end of September.[20]
The model went on sale in South Africa as the Toyota Starlet Cross in July 2024.[21] The Starlet Cross replaced the Toyota Urban Cruiser, a rebadged Suzuki Vitara Brezza.[22] It is available with two trim levels: XS and XR, it is powered by the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.[21]
Markets
Asia
India
In January 2023, Maruti Fronx was unveiled for the first time in the world in Auto Expo India,[23] 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 mild hybrid petrol engine, while Sigma, Delta, and Delta+ uses the 1.2-litre petrol engine.[24]
Indonesia
The Indonesian market Fronx was revealed on 1 May 2025,[25] and was launched on 28 May 2025.[26] Assembled locally at Cikarang plant. It is powered by either by the 1.5-litre K15B or the 1.5-litre K15C mild-hybrid petrol engine, and available in three grade levels: GL, GX and SGX.[26]
Japan
The Japanese market Fronx was introduced in July 2024. Imported from India, and like the Australian market, the Japanese model comes with an electronic parking brake, 5-lug wheels, a four-wheel drive option and interior colour scheme alterations.[14] It is powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[27]
Laos
Philippines
The Fronx was introduced in the Philippines in June 2025 during the Suzuki Philippines' 50th anniversary celebration,[28] pre-orders opened on 20 August 2025,[29] and was launched in the Philippines on 12 September 2025.[30] It is available with three trim levels: GL, GLX and SGX. The GL trim use the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine, while the GLX and SGX trims uses the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[31]
Thailand
The Fronx was launched in Thailand on 25 September 2025. Imported from Indonesia, it is available with three trim levels: GL with the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine, while GLX and GLX Plus with the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid powertrain.[32]
Vietnam
The Fronx was launched in Vietnam on 17 October 2025. Imported from Indonesia, it is available with three trim levels: GL with the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine, GLX while and GLX Plus with the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid powertrain.[33]
Mexico
The Fronx went on sale in Mexico on 25 August 2023, in the sole GLX Boostergreen variant powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[34]
Middle East
Oceania
Australia
The Fronx was launched in Australia on 29 July 2025, in the sole Hybrid variant imported from India, powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[35] Unlike other export markets (excluding Japan), the Australian model comes with several changes and additions compared to the Indian model such as an electronic parking brake and 5-lug wheels.
New Zealand
The Fronx was launched in New Zealand on 7 July 2025, in the sole GLX variant, powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[36]
South Africa
The Fronx was launched in South Africa on 15 August 2023, with two trim levels: GL and GLX; it is powered by the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.[37]
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.[16]
| Type | Engine code[38] | 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[39] | 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 (India only) |
| 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 | K15B[40] | 1,462 cc (1.5 L) I4 | 77 kW (103 hp; 105 PS) @ 6,000 rpm | 138 N⋅m (14.1 kg⋅m; 102 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm | - | - | FWD | 2023–present (except India) | |
| 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 |
|
FWD | 2023–present (except India) |
| AWD | 2024–present (Japan) |
Sales
| Year | India | Mexico[41] | Japan[42] |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 94,393[43] | 384 | |
| 2024 | 156,235[44] | 2,483 | 5,267 |
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External links
- Official website (Fronx)
- Official website (Taisor)
- 360 angle walkaround of Suzuki Fronx
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