Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Honda Elevate

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Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

1.0 Turbo Petrol Alpha AT

11.84 lakh

Honda Elevate

Honda Elevate

Petrol ADV Edition CVT

16.78 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
N/A

Engine Displacement

998 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
CVT

Number of Gears

6
–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

100.06 hp at 5500rpm
121hp at 6600 rpm

Max Engine Torque

147.6Nm at 2000-4500rpm
145Nm at 4300 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
–

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

–

Official Fuel Economy

20.01 kmpl
16.92 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
40 litres

User Reported Mileage

19.55 kmpl
24.22 kmpl

Terrain Modes

–

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
8.6 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
13.1 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
10.85 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Nonindependent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

4.9 m
5.2 m

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drums
Drum

Wheel Size

16 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

195/60 R16
215/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

195/60 R16
215/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Full Size
N/A

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
4312 mm

Width

1765 mm
1790 mm

Height

1550 mm
1650 mm

Wheelbase

2520 mm
2650 mm

Kerb Weight

1055-1060 kg
1258 kg

Boot Capacity

308 litres
458 litres

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
220 mm

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Trunk Light

Cooled Glovebox

Cup Holders

Cabin Boot Access

Front Seatback Pockets

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Sunglass Holder

Bluetooth Connectivity

Door Pockets

Vanity Mirror

Driver Armrest Storage

Powered Tailgate

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Electric Tailgate Release

Interior Lamps

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Cooled Storage

–

12 Volt Port

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Glove Box

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Vehicle to load (V2L)

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Side Airbag

Seat Belt Warning

High Beam Assist

Driver Airbag

Heads Up Display

Curtain Airbag

Dashcam

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Front Collision Avoidance

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Passenger Airbag

Lane Departure Avoidance

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Overspeed Warning

Door Ajar Warning

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Speed Assist System

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rollover Protection System

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Follow Me Home Headlamps

LED headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin

Roof Rails

ORVM turn indicators

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Headlight Height Adjuster

LED taillights

LED fog lamps

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Puddle Lamps

Projector Headlamps

LED DRLs

Cornering Headlights

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Scuff Plates

–

Stop Lamp

–

Connected LED

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Spoiler

–

Rub Strips

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analog
Digital

Tachometer

Analog
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Fabric
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Third Row Seats Split

–

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Speakers

6
8

CD Player

Branded Music System

–

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Inbuilt Music App

–

Connected Car Features

Check Vehicle Status via App

Over the air (OTA) updates

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Emergency Call Button

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Alexa Compatibility

Remote AC On / Off via App

Find My Car

Geo Fence

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

SOS Button

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Phone App

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Location Based Services

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Digital Key

–

Questions you may find useful

•4w

I’m 38 years old, earn more than Rs 1.5 lakh per month, and this will be my first car. I’m considering the Maruti Brezza, Fronx, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and Honda Elevate. I’m currently planning to go for the Kia Seltos automatic IVT. Which car would be the most suitable for me? I’ll mainly use the car for monthly trips, with a running of around 500-1,000 km per month or every one and a half months.

•14w

For a family of three that will soon become four, along with two elderly family members over the age of 60, I am considering the following petrol cars for long-term ownership. This includes Honda Amaze ZX/VX CVT, Honda Elevate V Manual, Kia Syros HTK Plus MT and Maruti Suzuki Fronx Alpha MT. Keeping long-term ownership, comfort, practicality, reliability, and overall ownership experience in mind, which of these would be the best choice for my requirements?

•18w

I recently sold my Celerio ZXi(O) manual and am looking for a new car under Rs 13-14 lakh. I am not keen on turbo or 3-cylinder engines. My yearly running is around 8,000-10,000km, with 70% city use. I shortlisted the Honda Amaze ZX CVT/MT, Honda Elevate V MT and Kia Seltos HTE(O) MT. I also checked out the Kia Carens Premium(O), Kia Syros HTK+/HTK+(O). I want something comfortable for my parents, suitable for bad roads and reliable in the long term, especially with future E27 and BS7 norms coming. What should I buy? I am mostly a sedate driver, but occasionally like to put pedal to the metal on highways. I am buying it in the second half of June 2026 and will pay upfront. P. S. - I am mostly a sedate driver, but occasionally like to put pedal to the metal on highways. P. P. S. - I am buying it in June 2026, second half, and will pay upfront.