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Suzuki Fronx
Subcompact crossover SUV From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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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]
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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]
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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. The Starlet Cross replaced the Toyota Urban Cruiser, a rebadged Suzuki Vitara Brezza.[21]
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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.[22]
GCC
The Fronx was launched in the GCC on 16 July 2023, powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine, available in GL and GLX grades.[citation needed]
India
On January 2023, Maruti Fronx was unveiled 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, the model comes with several changes and additions compared to the Indian model such as an advanced driver-assistance system, electronic parking brake, four-wheel drive option, and interior colour scheme alterations.[14] It is powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[27]
Mexico
The Fronx went on sale in Mexico on 25 August 2023, in the sole variant GLX Boostergreen powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[28]
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.[29]
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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]
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