Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Nissan Magnite vs Tata Nexon (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.51 kmpl).
- Pick the Nissan Magnite if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.00 Lakh).
- Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (382 L).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Fronx | Nissan Magnite | Tata Nexon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh | ₹6.00 Lakh – ₹11.30 Lakh | ₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L NA Petrol / 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet Petrol / CNG | 1.0L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG |
| Max power | 99 bhp | 99 bhp | 118 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, CVT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20.01–22.89 kmpl (petrol), 28.51 km/kg (CNG) | 17.4-19.7 kmpl (claimed, powertrain dependent) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 4 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 308 L | 336 L | 382 L |
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 →Nissan Magnite in short
The Magnite is Nissan India's sole volume model and the price-warrior of the sub-4m SUV segment, with the 2024 facelift adding a plusher cabin, an AMT option and up to six airbags while retaining rock-bottom pricing. The 1.0 turbo-petrol with CVT remains an unusually affordable pairing for the class. It fights the Renault Kiger, Tata Punch, Maruti Fronx and entry variants of the Nexon and Venue.
Full Magnite prices & variants →Tata Nexon in short
The Nexon is Tata's best-selling model and a perennial top-three player in India's cut-throat sub-4-metre SUV segment against the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. The 2023 facelift brought a dramatic Curvv-inspired design, twin digital displays and a 7-speed DCA automatic. It holds 5-star ratings from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP, and is the only car in the class with turbo-petrol, diesel and turbo-CNG options.
Full Nexon prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Fronx vs Magnite vs Nexon — which should I buy?
Pick the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.51 kmpl). Pick the Nissan Magnite if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.00 Lakh). Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (382 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Fronx, Magnite, Nexon?
The Nissan Magnite starts lowest at ₹6.00 Lakh, against ₹6.85 Lakh for the Fronx and ₹7.37 Lakh for the Nexon (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: not yet NCAP-tested; Nissan Magnite: 4 stars; Tata Nexon: 5 stars.