If you’re looking for a car in 2026 that’s more stylish than a hatchback and has the imposing presence of an SUV, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is the perfect choice. This coupe-style SUV, sold through NEXA, is known for its sporty looks and powerful performance on Indian roads. Maruti has not only given it a stunning design, but it also boasts six standard airbags and a host of high-tech features for safety. Whether it’s the narrow city streets or the open highway, the Fronx is a force to be reckoned with.
Design and Look
The biggest highlight of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is its coupe-inspired aerodynamic design, which gives it the compact and agile look of a premium SUV like the Grand Vitara. The car exudes a steely and luxurious feel on the road, with Maruti’s signature chrome grille at the front and stylish triple-beam LED headlights with LED DRLs that provide a steely glow in the dark. Connected LED tail lamps at the rear give it a modern and sporty look that makes it stand out from the crowd. A solid 190 mm of ground clearance and 16-inch precision-cut alloy wheels give it the power to navigate rough terrain with ease and ease.
Powertrain and Engine
Maruti offers three excellent engine options for the Fronx, striking a perfect balance between fuel efficiency and power, with a turbocharged engine for performance enthusiasts and a CNG option for those seeking economy. Its 1.2-liter Dual Jet petrol engine produces around 90 PS of power and offers a healthy mileage of 21.79 km/l with manual and 22.89 km/l with AMT.
For speed enthusiasts, the 1.0-liter Turbo Boosterjet engine produces a whopping 100 PS of power and 147.6 Nm of torque, delivering a fuel efficiency of around 21.5 km/l. For middle-class families, the S-CNG mode offers the most fuel-efficient fuel economy, delivering an impressive 28.51 km/kg. The car is available with a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox, which, along with paddle shifters, makes driving even more exciting.
Interior and High-Tech Features
The Fronx’s cabin is as stylish on the outside as it is premium and sophisticated on the inside, with its dual-tone plum and black interior giving it a regal feel. It features a 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen infotainment system that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Additionally, features like a heads-up display (HUD),a 360-degree camera, a wireless charger, cruise control, and an ARKAMYS surround sound system ensure a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Ample legroom and rear AC vents make it a perfect family car, even for long journeys.
Safety
For 2026, Maruti has further strengthened the safety of the Front, with six airbags (driver, passenger, side, and curtain) now standard across all variants, from Sigma to Alpha, ensuring reliable safety for passengers in the event of a collision. This list of safety features includes ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Program (ESP),Hill Hold Assist, and ISOFIX child seat mounts, providing reliable control in every corner. Built on Maruti’s robust Heartect platform, the car provides exceptional impact absorption, and recent updates have added the assurance of improved crash test ratings, making it a safe and reliable investment.
Ex-Showroom Price
Prices across variants and fuel types are competitive, allowing customers with all budgets to afford it. As per the latest ex-showroom Delhi prices for April 2026, the base Sigma petrol model starts at around ₹6.85 lakh, while mid-range variants like the Delta and Delta Plus are priced between ₹7.65 lakh and ₹8.90 lakh.
If you opt for the turbo model with powerful performance, the Zeta and Alpha variants range from ₹9.71 lakh to ₹11.98 lakh. Its affordable CNG variants are priced between ₹7.79 lakh and ₹8.59 lakh, ensuring significant savings in the long run, making it a value-for-money SUV.