Maruti Suzuki Fronx

1.2 petrol manual Quick Review

Under the hood

1.2-litre, 4-cylinder naturally aspirated engine
Produces 90hp and 113Nm, 5-speed manual
Also gets an AMT and factory-fitted CNG kit

Engine performance

One of the smoothest and most refined units around
But performance isn’t lively, you’ll have to rev it out for quick overtakes
Has a fruity exhaust note

Gearbox

5-speed manual is smooth and precise to use
Clutch is light and easy to modulate
Light controls makes for relaxed city driving 

Efficiency is its biggest draw

City – 13.5kpl, Highway – 20kpl
Auto engine stop-start tech aids efficiency
Engine spins at just 2,600rpm at 100kph in 5th gear

Ride and handling

Low-speed ride is impressive
High-speed ride is bumpy, but never uncomfortable
Feels well-settled around corners
Steering, however, is numb

Available in three lower trims

Sigma, Delta, Delta Plus

7-inch touchscreen
Android Auto, Apple Car Play
Auto climate control
LED headlights
16-inch alloys

Verdict

What we like
Fuel efficiency
Light controls
Easy to drive

What we don’t like
1.2 petrol not available in top-spec trim

 

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