My Car Buying Journey – Why I Chose the Maruti Fronx

I wanted to share my experience with buying a car, it might help someone who is in the same dilemma I was in. I started my search by looking at used cars, I checked out quite a few, but he prices were surprisingly high, and most of the sellers weren't even open to negotiation. On top of that, I found that loan interest for used cars is significantly higher than that for new cars. so decided to for a brand-new vehicle. My initial shortlist included Honda Amaze, Baleno, and Fronx. Honda didn't offer any discounts, while maruti had some attractive offers. Between the Baleno and the front, my family preferred the front Delta Plus variant. I was also stuck in the same confusion many buyers face: should I go for the top-end Baleno or the mid model for almost the same price? Let me be clear - go with fronx, you won't be disappointed. Yes, the Baleno top variant offers more features, but the front stands out in looks and road presence. There are some missing features in the base and mid variants of fronx, like seat height adjustment, push button start, reverse cam, and armrest. When someone is spending more than 1 million, it's reasonable to expect at least some of these features. Another thing to keep in mind is AMT lag; it's noticeable, especially while overtaking, you need to plan your moves carefully, as it doesn't deliver that much power. Also, the interiors are a bit dark, I felt maruti could have gone with lighter shades to enhance the cabin feel. That said, the car is spacious, and the engines feel very refined. I have been getting a mileage of around 12-14 in the city and 15-19 on highways (I haven't completed the first service yet) 1. The design and styling are unmatched at this price range. 2. Good road presence. 3. Availability of service centers. 4. And the resale value and fuel efficiency make it a sensible choice. To conclude, as ordinary salaried people, we all have limitations when it comes to spending. There is no such thing as a perfect car; choose one that fits your needs and budget. Don't pour all your savings into it or take unnecessary loan burdens. Pick what's affordable, stay happy, and enjoy the drive.