Citroen BasaltX vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx (2026)

Citroen BasaltX (₹8.55 Lakh – ₹14.11 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 ₹1.70 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX.
The Citroen BasaltX 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 19.5 kmpl.
Only the Citroen BasaltX has a published NCAP crash-test rating (4 stars).
The Citroen BasaltX has the bigger boot: 470 litres vs 308 litres.

Specification Comparison

Spec	Citroen BasaltX	Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Ex-showroom price	₹8.55 Lakh – ₹14.11 Lakh	₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh
Engine / Motor	1.2L NA petrol (82 PS) / 1.2L turbo-petrol (110 PS, 190 Nm MT / 205 Nm AT)	1.2L NA Petrol / 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet Petrol / CNG
Max power	108 bhp	99 bhp
Fuel options	Petrol	Petrol, CNG
Transmissions	Manual, Torque Converter AT	Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT
Mileage (claimed)	18.0-19.5 km/l (ARAI, varies by engine and gearbox)	20.01–22.89 kmpl (petrol), 28.51 km/kg (CNG)
Seating	5	5
Safety rating	4 stars	Not tested
Airbags (max)	6	6
Boot space	470 L	308 L

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Citroen BasaltX in short

The BasaltX is India's most affordable coupe-SUV — the sloping-roof Basalt launched in August 2024, refreshed as the X in September 2025 with six airbags standard, a new dashboard and more equipment. Power comes from an 82 PS 1.2 NA petrol or a 110 PS 1.2 turbo-petrol (190 Nm with the 6-speed manual, 205 Nm with the 6-speed torque-converter automatic), and its 470-litre boot is the biggest in the compact-SUV class. A 4-star Bharat NCAP rating and famously supple ride quality back its fight against the Tata Curvv, the only other coupe-SUV at this price.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper: BasaltX or Fronx?

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹1.70 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)

BasaltX vs Fronx — which is safer?

NCAP ratings: Citroen BasaltX — 4 stars; Maruti Suzuki Fronx — not yet tested.

Should I buy the BasaltX or the Fronx?

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹1.70 Lakh lower than the Citroen BasaltX. The Citroen BasaltX 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 19.5 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.