Citroen AircrossX vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx (2026)
Citroen AircrossX (₹8.89 Lakh – ₹14.72 Lakh) and Maruti Suzuki Fronx (₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹2.04 Lakh lower than the Citroen AircrossX.
- The Citroen AircrossX is the more powerful car, with 108 bhp against 99 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more efficient on paper — up to 28.51 kmpl vs 18.5 kmpl.
- Only the Citroen AircrossX has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Citroen AircrossX has the bigger boot: 444 litres vs 308 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Citroen AircrossX in short
The AircrossX is the October 2025 refresh of the C3 Aircross, and at ₹8.89 lakh it is India's cheapest 7-seat SUV. It offers 5- and 7-seat layouts, 200 mm of ground clearance, a 444-litre boot in 5-seat form and the same 82 PS NA / 110 PS turbo 1.2 petrol pair as the BasaltX with 6-speed manual or torque-converter automatic. A 5-star Bharat NCAP adult-occupant rating and six standard airbags give it a safety edge over the Maruti Ertiga and Renault Triber it undercuts on the 7-seat count.
Full AircrossX prices & variants →Maruti Suzuki Fronx in short
The Fronx is a Baleno-based crossover coupe sold through Nexa, notable for reviving Maruti's 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo-petrol engine. It straddles the premium hatchback and compact SUV spaces, rivalling the Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter and even the Nissan Magnite. Sharp pricing and a wide powertrain spread — NA petrol, turbo and CNG — have made it a strong seller.
Full Fronx prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: AircrossX or Fronx?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹2.04 Lakh lower than the Citroen AircrossX. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
AircrossX vs Fronx — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Citroen AircrossX — 5 stars; Maruti Suzuki Fronx — not yet tested.
Should I buy the AircrossX or the Fronx?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹2.04 Lakh lower than the Citroen AircrossX. The Citroen AircrossX is the more powerful car, with 108 bhp against 99 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more efficient on paper — up to 28.51 kmpl vs 18.5 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.