Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Tata Nexon (2026)
Maruti Suzuki Fronx (₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh) and Tata Nexon (₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 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 ₹0.52 Lakh lower than the Tata Nexon.
- The Tata Nexon is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 99 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more efficient on paper — up to 28.51 kmpl vs 24.08 kmpl.
- Only the Tata Nexon has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Tata Nexon has the bigger boot: 382 litres vs 308 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Fronx | Tata Nexon |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.85 Lakh – ₹11.98 Lakh | ₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L NA Petrol / 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet Petrol / CNG | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG |
| Max power | 99 bhp | 118 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20.01–22.89 kmpl (petrol), 28.51 km/kg (CNG) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 308 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 Fronxprices & 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 Nexonprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Fronx or Nexon?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹0.52 Lakh lower than the Tata Nexon. (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Fronx vs Nexon — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Maruti Suzuki Fronx — not yet tested; Tata Nexon — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Fronx or the Nexon?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more affordable — it starts ₹0.52 Lakh lower than the Tata Nexon. The Tata Nexon is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 99 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is more efficient on paper — up to 28.51 kmpl vs 24.08 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.