Tata Nexon vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx

CarWale brings you comparison of Tata Nexon and Maruti Suzuki Fronx. The Tata Nexon price is Rs. 8.00 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki Fronx price is Rs. 6.85 Lakh. The Tata Nexon is available in 1199 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG and Maruti Suzuki Fronx is available in 1197 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG. Fronx provides the mileage of 21.79 kmpl.

Nexon Smart 1.2 Petrol 5MT vs Fronx Sigma 1.2L MT Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Nexon	Fronx
Price	Rs. 8.00 Lakh	Rs. 6.85 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1199 cc	1197 cc
Power	118 bhp	89 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Tata Nexon

Smart 1.2 Petrol 5MT

Rs. 8.00 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Sigma 1.2L MT

Rs. 6.85 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Engine Type	1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine	1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT	1.2L Revotron iCNG
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	CNG
E20 Compatibility
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	118 bhp @ 5500 rpm	89 bhp @ 6000 rpm	72 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm	113 Nm @ 4400 rpm	103 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Alternate Fuel	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Petrol
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Mileage	User Reported: 17 kmpl	ARAI: 21.79 kmpl \| User Reported: 20 kmpl
Fuel Change Over Switch	Not Applicable
Direct Start in CNG	Not Applicable
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)		806
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears, Sport Mode	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight

Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	MacPherson Strut	Independent, Lower Wishbone, Mcpherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Semi-independent, Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar, Coil Spring and Shock Absorber	Torsion Beam	Semi-independent Twist Beam With Coil Spring And Shock Absorber
Chassis Type	Unibody/Monocoque Frame
Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Steel	Steel (195/60R16), Located in Boot
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		4.9
Front Tyres	195 / 60 R16	195 / 60 R16	185 / 70 R15
Rear Tyres	195 / 60 R16	195 / 60 R16	185 / 70 R15
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Puncture Repair Kit

Features

Exterior

Safety

Child Safety Rating			5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
ADAS
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)	1 Star (ANCAP)	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Forward Collision Warning
Automatic Emergency Braking
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
Seatbelts	Pretensioning with Load Limiter (All)		Pretensioning with Load Limiter (Front)
Traffic Sign Recognition
Perimetric alarm system
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Lane Functions
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Collision Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
High-beam Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System			Indirect
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Anti Theft Alarm
Thermal Incident Protection
CNG Leak Detection
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Dual Tone Horn
Collapsible Steering Column
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Boot Open Warning
Child Seat Anchor Points
Reflectors	Rear Bumper		Rear Bumper
Brake Disc Wiping
Lockable Glovebox
Skid Plate	Front & Rear		Rear
Height Adjustable Seat Belt
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)	Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone)
Air Purifier
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear	Rear
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM)
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Roof-Grab Handles	Front (Foldable) & Rear (Foldable)
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver	Co-Driver
Acoustic Windshield
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Terrain Modes
Drive Modes	3 - ECO, CITY AND SPORT		2 - City & Eco
Fuel Fillers Lid	Manual		Manual
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest
Ambient Sounds
Charging Ports	1 x 12V Power Outlet	12V Power Outlet
Umbrella Storage in Door
Electronic Parking Brake
Cabin Boot Access
Dashcam

Lighting

Headlights	LED	Halogen Projector	LED
Cornering Headlights
Headlight Height Adjuster
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	LED
Connected LED
Fog Lights
Stop Lamp	LED
Sequential Turn Indicators
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Interior Lamps	Front LED Cabin lamps,	Centre Reading Lamp,
Ambient Interior Lighting	Optional
Welcome and Goodbye Animation
Illuminated Logo	Steering Wheel
Puddle Lamps

Braking & Traction

Brakes	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock
Four-Wheel-Drive

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Exterior Door	Body Coloured Door Handles	Body Coloured Door Handles	Black Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type
Interior Door Handles Finish	Painted	Black	Painted
Power Windows	Front Only Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch up/down	Front Only Power Windows
Window Sunshade
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Scuff Plates	Optional
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)			Manual Dimming
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Body-Coloured finish ORVM Colour	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs	Internally Adjustable	Externally Adjustable
Rain-sensing Wipers
Rear Wiper
Boot Opener	Internal with Key	Cabin-Release
Rear Defogger

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen
Audio System
Speed Dependent Volume
AM/FM Radio
Steering-mounted controls
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Bluetooth Compatibility
Smart Connectivity
Voice Command
Voice Assistant
Gesture Control
Input Methods
GPS Navigation System
What3Words -Address Based Navigation
Wireless Charger

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seat Type
Interior	Dual Tone (Off-White and Grey)	Dual Tone	Single Tone (Signature Black theme)
Wrappings
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest
Split Rear Seat		60:40
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench	Bench
Rear Parcel Tray

Mobile App Features

Emergency Call Button
Find My Car
Anti Theft Immobilisation
App Details
Live Traffic Updates On App
Vehicle Tracking Via App
Smart Drive Information
Send Place Of Interest to Vehicle From App
Phone app
Location Based Services
In-Car Payment
Check Vehicle Status via App
Service Reminder Via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Engine Start/Stop
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Air Purifier Operation
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Geo-fence
Alexa Compatibility
Home-to-Car Connectivity

Instrumentation

Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Average Fuel Consumption & Distance to Empty	Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Low Battery Warning
Instrument Cluster Screen	Analogue Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	4" Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Speedometer	Digital		Digital
Navigation On Instrument Cluster
Tyre Position Display
Trip Meter	2 Trips	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Outside Temperature Gauge
Door Ajar Warning
Average Speed
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue	Digital
Gear Indicator
Gear Shift Indicator
Clock	Digital	Digital	Digital

Storage

Off Road Essentials
Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

Daytona Grey	Nexa Blue (Celestial)	Pristine White
Pristine White	Arctic White	Bengal Rouge
Grassland Beige	Splendid Silver	Daytona Grey
Royale Blue	Grandeur Grey	Coorg Clouds
	Earthen Brown	Cyantafic Blue
	Opulent Red	Caramel

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.6/5

38 Ratings

4.6/5

44 Ratings

5.0/5

5 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.5Exterior	4.8Exterior
	4.4Comfort	4.6Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.7Performance
	4.0Fuel Economy	4.8Value for Money
	4.4Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Best SUV segment

Performance is very good to drive, and engine refinement is fabulous and fun to drive as well. This is one of the best SUV segment cars, and the build quality is very good 5-star safety rating, and I love it.

Amazing Car

After driving the Maruti Suzuki Fronx for 3000 km, it proves to be a strong and versatile offering, especially for those who want a balance between a hatchback, sub-compact SUV, and compact SUV. It is popular for its fantastic design, comfortable ride, and excellent mileage. It stands as a practical and reliable car for both daily commutes and occasional long-distance trips. The Maruti Fronx emerges as a stylish, practical, and economical car. Its mileage, reliability, and Maruti's large service network make it a strong choice. It is an excellent option for those who want a car that performs well both in the city and on the highway.

Used Cars in India

1908 Used Nexon

Rs. 2 Lakhonwards

276 Used Fronx

Rs. 2 Lakhonwards

795 Used Punch

Rs. 1.5 Lakhonwards

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Nexon comparison with similar cars

Length Width Height	3995 mm * 1804 mm * 1620 mm	3995 mm * 1765 mm * 1550 mm	3876 mm * 1742 mm * 1615 mm
Ground Clearance	208 mm (unladen)	190 mm (unladen)	193 mm (unladen)
Wheelbase (mm)	2498	2520	2445

Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Doors (Doors)	5	5	5
Bootspace	382 L	308 L	210 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	44	37
CNG Tank Capacity (L/Kg)			60L (Water Capacity)-Approx 8.0 kg – 9.0 kg

Sunroof
Spoiler
Roof Rails
Grille Design	High gloss black front grille		Bold Black Grill
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips	Black
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey
Exhaust		Chrome Finish
Diffuser
Antenna		Roof-Mounted Antenna

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Bottle Holder in Doors
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front Only	Cupholders in Front Only	2 Cupholders in Front Only
Utility Recess On Dashboard
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder
Driver Armrest Storage
Third Row Cup Holders

Washable Floor with Drain Plugs
Roll Cage
Gyro Meter
Brake Locking Differential
Crawl Control