Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Skoda Kylaq vs Toyota Taisor (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.85 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.51 kmpl).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the most power (114 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (446 L).
- Pick the Toyota Taisor as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Fronx | Skoda Kylaq | Toyota Taisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh | ₹7.70 Lakh – ₹13.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L NA Petrol / 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet Petrol / CNG | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol | 1.2L NA petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol (Boosterjet) |
| Max power | 99 bhp | 114 bhp | 99 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20.01–22.89 kmpl (petrol), 28.51 km/kg (CNG) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 20.0-22.8 km/l petrol, 28.5 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 308 L | 446 L | 308 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 →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 Kylaq prices & variants →Toyota Taisor in short
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor is Toyota's take on the Maruti Fronx, a coupe-styled crossover that straddles the hatchback and compact SUV segments. Its highlight is the peppy 1.0 Boosterjet turbo-petrol with a proper six-speed torque-converter automatic, a rarity at this price. Against the Fronx, Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter, it offers sportier looks and Toyota's warranty advantage.
Full Taisor prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Fronx vs Kylaq vs Taisor — which should I buy?
Pick the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.85 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.51 kmpl). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the most power (114 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (446 L). Pick the Toyota Taisor as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Fronx, Kylaq, Taisor?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx starts lowest at ₹6.85 Lakh, against ₹7.70 Lakh for the Taisor and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: not yet NCAP-tested; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars; Toyota Taisor: not yet NCAP-tested.