Maruti Suzuki unveiled its new Baleno-based coupe-SUV, the Fronx at the Auto Expo 2023. While the jury is still out on the name, Fronx has managed to grab a lot of attention. The Fronx will be positioned above the Baleno and below Brezza in the company lineup. Choosing between the three can be confusing, so let us take a detailed look at the three offerings.
Fronx vs Brezza vs Baleno: Design comparison
| Baleno | Fronx | Brezza | |
| Length | 3,990 | 3995mm | 3995mm |
| Width | 1,745 | 1765mm | 1790mm |
| Height | 1,500 | 1550mm | 1695mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 | 2520mm | 2500mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170mm | – | 200mm |
| Boot Space | 318L | 308L | 328L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37L | 37L | 48L |
The Baleno is a compact hatchback while the Brezza and Fronx have an SUV design language. The Brezza is more taut with conventional SUV styling and the Fronx has a sloping roofline.
The Fronx gets three-block LED daytime running lights (DRLs) up front and three-block LED tail-lights are connected via a light bar in top-end variants. The Brezza features L-shaped DRLs and thin LED tail lamps. Despite being smaller than the Brezza, the Fronx gets new 17-inch alloy wheels while Brezza gets 16-inch alloy wheels.
Fronx vs Brezza vs Baleno: Engine comparison
| Specifications | Maruti Baleno | Maruti Fronx | Brezza |
| Engine Displacement | 1.2-litre petrol | 1.2-litre petrol / 1.0-litre turbo petrol | 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine |
| Maximum Power | 88 bhp | 88 bhp /98.6 bhp | 101 bhp |
| Peak Torque | 113 Nm | 113 Nm / 147.6 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Transmission Options | 5 MT / 5 AMT | 5 MT / 5 AMT / 6 AT | 5 MT/ 6AT |
| Boot Capacity | 318 liters | 308 liters | 328 litres |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover SUV | SUV |
The Fronx is offered with two engine options reviving its 1-litre turbo petrol, the Boosterjet, which has a total output of 99bhp and 147.6Nm of torque. Earlier, it was available on the Baleno RS, but now the powertrain for the first time comes with mild-hybrid technology. Brezza with the biggest 1.5-litre petrol engine produces the highest power and torque output at 101 bhp and 137 Nm.
Fronx vs Brezza vs Baleno: Price
Maruti Suzuki Fronx is expected to launch in March at an expected starting price of Rs. 7 lakh, ex-showroom as it will undercut the Brezza SUV. It will rival the Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV300, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger.
| Baleno | Fronx | Brezza | |
| Price | Rs. 6.56 lakh – 9.66 lakh | Rs. 7 lakh onwards (Expected) | Rs 7.99 lakh – Rs 13.96 lakh |
