Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Skoda Kylaq (2026)
Maruti Suzuki Fronx (₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh) and Skoda Kylaq (₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹1.15 Lakh lower than the Skoda Kylaq.
- The Skoda Kylaq is the more powerful car, with 114 bhp against 99 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more efficient on paper — up to 28.51 kmpl vs 19.7 kmpl.
- Only the Skoda Kylaq has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Skoda Kylaq has the bigger boot: 446 litres vs 308 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Fronx | Skoda Kylaq |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L NA Petrol / 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet Petrol / CNG | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol |
| Max power | 99 bhp | 114 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20.01–22.89 kmpl (petrol), 28.51 km/kg (CNG) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 308 L | 446 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 Fronxprices & variants →Skoda Kylaq in short
The Kylaq is Skoda's first sub-4-metre SUV and its most affordable car in India, aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Every variant gets the willing 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, giving it the strongest driving manners in its class. A five-star Bharat NCAP result seals its family-car credentials.
Full Kylaqprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Fronx or Kylaq?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹1.15 Lakh lower than the Skoda Kylaq. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Fronx vs Kylaq — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Maruti Suzuki Fronx — not yet tested; Skoda Kylaq — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Fronx or the Kylaq?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹1.15 Lakh lower than the Skoda Kylaq. The Skoda Kylaq is the more powerful car, with 114 bhp against 99 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more efficient on paper — up to 28.51 kmpl vs 19.7 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.