Suzuki Fronx

Not to be confused with Suzuki Fronte.

Suzuki Fronx
2024 Suzuki Fronx (Japan)
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
Model code
Also called
  • Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor (India)[2]
  • Toyota Starlet Cross (Africa)[3]
Production2023–present
AssemblyIndia: Ahmedabad (Suzuki Motor Gujarat)
Indonesia: Bekasi (Suzuki Indomobil Motor Cikarang plant)
DesignerKoichiro Fukushima, Masahiro Kato, Vidyasagar Gupta, Abhishek Bhasker and Mohammad Arif[4][5]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformHEARTECT B platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainMild hybrid (1.0 L turbo & K15C 1.5 L)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,520 mm (99.2 in)
Length3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width1,765 mm (69.5 in)
Height1,550 mm (61.0 in)
Curb weight965–1,060 kg (2,127–2,337 lb)

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]

Overview

Rear view
Interior

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]

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 in July 2024.[21] The Starlet Cross replaced the Toyota Urban Cruiser, a rebadged Suzuki Vitara Brezza.[22] It is available with two trim levels: XS and XR, it is powered by the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.[21]

  • Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor (India)
  • Interior

Markets

Asia

India

In January 2023, Maruti Fronx was unveiled for the 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.A CNG option is available in Sigma and Delta grades. [24]

Indonesia

Before its release, this car appeared as a teaser on IIMS 2025.[25] The Indonesian market Fronx was revealed on 1 May 2025,[26] and was launched on 28 May 2025.[27] 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.[27]

Japan

The Japanese market Fronx was introduced in July 2024. Imported from India, and like the Australian market, the Japanese model comes with an electronic parking brake, 5-lug wheels, a four-wheel drive option and interior colour scheme alterations.[14] It is powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[28]

Laos

The Fronx was launched in Laos on 10 October 2025. It is available in the sole GLX trim, powered by a 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid powertrain.

Malaysia

The Fronx was launched in Malaysia on 18 November 2025. Imported from Indonesia, It is available in the sole hybrid trim, powered by a 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid powertrain.[29]

Philippines

The Fronx was introduced in the Philippines in June 2025 during the Suzuki Philippines' 50th anniversary celebration,[30] pre-orders opened on 20 August 2025,[31] and was launched in the Philippines on 12 September 2025.[32] It is available with three trim levels: GL, GLX and SGX. The GL trim use the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine, while the GLX and SGX trims uses the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[33]

Thailand

The Fronx was launched in Thailand on 25 September 2025. Imported from Indonesia, it is available with three trim levels: GL with the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine, while GLX and GLX Plus with the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid powertrain.[34]

Vietnam

The Fronx was launched in Vietnam on 17 October 2025. Imported from Indonesia, it is available with three trim levels: GL with the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine, GLX while and GLX Plus with the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid powertrain.[35]

Mexico

The Fronx went on sale in Mexico on 25 August 2023, in the sole GLX Boostergreen variant powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[36]

Middle East

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.

Oceania

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.[37] Unlike other export markets (excluding Japan), the Australian model comes with several changes and additions compared to the Indian model such as an electronic parking brake and 5-lug wheels.

New Zealand

The Fronx was launched in New Zealand on 7 July 2025, in the sole GLX variant, powered by the 1.5-litre K15C mild hybrid petrol engine.[38]

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.[39]

Powertrain

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]

Type Engine code[40] Displacement Power Torque Electric motor Battery Transmission Layout Calendar years
Petrol K12N Dualjet 1,197 cc (1.2 L) I4 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) @ 6,000 rpm 113 N⋅m (11.5 kg⋅m; 83.3 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm - -
FWD 2023–present
Petrol/CNG K12N Dualjet[41] 1,197 cc (1.2 L) I4 Petrol: 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) @ 6,000 rpm
CNG: 57 kW (76 hp; 77 PS) @ 6,000 rpm 		Petrol: 113 N⋅m (11.5 kg⋅m; 83.3 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm
CNG: 98.5 N⋅m (10.0 kg⋅m; 72.6 lb⋅ft) @ 4,300 rpm 		- - 5-speed manual FWD 2023–present (India only)
Petrol
mild hybrid 		K10C Boosterjet 998 cc (1.0 L) turbocharged I3 73.6 kW (99 hp; 100 PS) @ 5,500 rpm 147.6 N⋅m (15.1 kg⋅m; 109 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000–4,500 rpm ISG Lithium-ion
FWD 2023–present
Petrol K15B[42] 1,462 cc (1.5 L) I4 77 kW (103 hp; 105 PS) @ 6,000 rpm 138 N⋅m (14.1 kg⋅m; 102 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm - -
FWD 2023–present (except India)
Petrol
mild hybrid 		K15C 1,462 cc (1.5 L) I4 76 kW (102 hp; 103 PS) @ 6,000 rpm 137 N⋅m (14.0 kg⋅m; 101 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm ISG Lithium-ion
  • 5-speed manual
  • 6-speed automatic
 FWD 2023–present (except India)
AWD 2024–present (Japan)

Safety

ASEAN NCAP test results
Suzuki Fronx (2025)[43]
Test Points
Overall:
Adult occupant: 36.71
Child occupant: 15.27
Safety assist: 15.71
Motorcyclist Safety: 10.00
ANCAP test results
Suzuki Fronx
(2025, aligned with Euro NCAP)[44]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 19.30 48%
Child occupant: 20.06 40%
Pedestrian: 41.39 65%
Safety assist: 10.03 55%

Crash tests conducted by ANCAP demonstrated a failure in the rear seatbelt retractor, resulting in "an uncontrolled seatbelt release where the rear dummy became unrestrained, allowing it to strike the rear of the front seat." However, ANCAP noted that this failure alone did not solely contribute to the one-star rating, the Fronx had already scored zero points in the full-width frontal impact test before the seatbelt failure occurred, including zero points for both the six-year-old and 10-year-old child occupant dummies. "It is ANCAP’s view that adult and child passengers should not travel in the rear seats of the Suzuki Fronx until the reason for the failure has been determined and relevant rectifications have been carried out."[45][46]

In December 2025, Suzuki announced a recall of the Fronx in Australia due to the results of crash testing. A total of 324 units are affected.[47]

Sales

Year India Indonesia Mexico[48] Japan[49]
2023 94,393[50] 384
2024 156,235[51] 2,483 5,267
2025 179,894 12,314[52] 4,090 19,721

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