Skoda Kylaq vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx

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Skoda Kylaq

Skoda Kylaq

Prestige+ AT

12.99 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

1.0 Turbo Petrol Alpha AT

11.84 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Displacement

999 cc
998 cc

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Number of Cylinders

3
3

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Max Engine Torque

178Nm at 1750 - 4000 rpm
147.6Nm at 2000-4500rpm

Max Engine Power

115hp at 5000 - 5500 rpm
100.06 hp at 5500rpm

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Number of Gears

6
6

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Fuel & Performance

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Official Fuel Economy

19.05 kmpl
20.01 kmpl

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Direct Injection

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
37 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

11.03 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

13.36 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.7 kmpl
–

User Reported Mileage

15.69 kmpl
19.55 kmpl

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

8.72 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

6.38 s
–

0-100kph

11.69 s
–

Auto Start/Stop

–

Suspension & Steering

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drums

Front Brakes

Disc
Discs

4 Wheel Steer

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Ride Height Adjust

Damper Control

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R17
195/60 R16

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Full Size

Wheel Size

17 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R17
195/60 R16

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Turning Radius

–
4.9 m

Dimensions

Ground Clearance

189 mm
–

Width

1783 mm
1765 mm

Wheelbase

2566 mm
2520 mm

Length

3995 mm
3995 mm

Kerb Weight

1255 kg
1055-1060 kg

Height

1619 mm
1550 mm

Doors

5
5

Boot Capacity

446 - 1265 litres
308 litres

Chassis Type

Monocoque
–

Comfort

Push Button Start

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Cooled Glovebox

Cooled Storage

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

Cruise Control

Cup Holders

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Rear Power Outlet

Dead Pedal

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Rear AC Vents

Door Pockets

Acoustic Windshield

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Driving Modes

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Launch Control

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors

Glove Box

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

Interior Lamps

Roof Grab Handles

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Third Row AC Vents

Auto Parking

Sunroof

Single Pane

Sunglass Holder

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Ambient Lighting

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

12 Volt Port

–

Remote Locking

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Trunk Light

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Safety

Child Safety Lock

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Curtain Airbag

Heads Up Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Crash Test Rating

5
–

Central Locking

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Seat Belt Warning

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Traction Control

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Side Airbag

Electronic Stability Control

Adaptive Cruise Control

High Beam Assist

Hill Descent Control

Hill Start Assist

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Lane Departure Avoidance

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Airbags

6
6

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Front Collision Avoidance

Rear Defogger

Electronic Parking Brake

Overspeed Warning

Parking Camera

Rear
Rear

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Passenger Airbag

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Dashcam

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto

Exterior

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

LED fog lamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin

LED DRLs

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

ORVM turn indicators

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Roof Rails

Projector Headlamps

Puddle Lamps

Cornering Foglamps

–

Spoiler

–

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Cornering Headlights

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Interior

Low Fuel Level Warning

Distance to Empty

Trip Meter

Tachometer

Digital
Analog

Average Fuel Consumption

Gear Indicator

Average Speed

Speedometer

Digital
Analog

Head-up Display

Instantaneous Consumption

Shift Indicator

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Third Row Seats

Adjustable Front Headrests

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Heated Seats

Individual Chairs at Rear

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Massage Seats

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Fabric

Entertainment

Speakers

4
6

Wireless Phone Charging

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based

Web Browser

Voice Commands

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
–

USB Input

MirrorLink

Steering Phone Controls

Video Player

Rear Entertainment Screens

Touchpad

Display

10-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen

Audio System

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

CD Player

Branded Music System

Gesture Controls

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Front USB port

2 Type C
–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

AUX Input

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

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

–

Questions you may find useful

•7w

Which automatic cars with good comfort and practical, no-nonsense features would you recommend for 95% city driving? My budget is around Rs. 12 lakh. The options I am considering are Citroen C3X, Tata Punch, Nissan Magnite, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Toyota Taisor, Skoda Kylaq and Hyundai Exter. I particularly miss the Honda Jazz CVT, as it would have made my decision much easier. Is there any possibility of the Honda Jazz making a comeback in the Indian market?

Verified
•7w

The Citroen C3 fits your requirement of comfort and no nonsense features very well. Space inside is good and the suspension is tuned to provide excellent ride comfort even over bad and broken city roads. The C3 is also not loaded with features but its covers all of todays essential requirements very well and will come in under your budget. The C3 also has a torque convertor automatic gearbox which is the smoothest type of autobox to have, so given that nearly all you driving is within the city, this is something you will appreciate. The only issue with Citroen is the dealer network is very sparse, so only go ahead if you have a reputed dealer in your area. An alternative would be the Skoda Kylaq, at your budget you would get the lower trims but since you are not chasing fancy features this should do well. Like the C3, the Kylaq too has a torque convertor gearbox so it will be smooth and easy in city traffic. About the Jazz CVT - there’s no official plan to bring it back to India. If they do a new small Honda car, it is not around the corner, so don’t wait.

VehicleCitroen C3
VehicleSkoda Kylaq
•11w

I am confused between choosing a manual or automatic car, and also between the Skoda Kylaq, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Toyota Taisor/Maruti Fronx. My daily driving is about 8 km in the city, along with a monthly highway trip of over 250 km.

Verified
•11w

With an 8 km daily city run and one 250 km-plus highway trip a month, go automatic to keep life easy in traffic and still be relaxed on the highway. From your list, the Skoda Kylaq petrol automatic fits you best. It is smooth to drive in stop-start traffic, has strong pull for quick overtakes on your monthly trip, and its compact size makes parking and narrow lanes less stressful.The Kylaq’s ride is comfortable on rough patches, and it feels steady at highway speeds. You also get a good spread of safety and convenience features even in mid trims, which helps on long runs.Trade-offs to note: the cabin can feel a little cramped for rear-seat passengers. If that is a concern, then look at the Mahindra XUV 3XO instead. The Taisor/Fronx turbo-petrols are solid choices too, with better fuel efficiency than the Kylaq, but they will feel a little older on the inside.Overall, for your pattern, the Kylaq petrol automatic is a good choice.

VehicleSkoda Kylaq
VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Taisor
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Fronx
•29w

Hi Autocar, I am a first-time car buyer from Bengaluru. I am looking for a proper automatic car (not AMT). My budget is 15L-16L (on-road). I have shortlisted the Hyundai Venue HX8, Maruti Suzuki Fronx Alpha, and Skoda Kylaq Prestige. I would be using the car 80% in the city and 20% on the highway. Other criteria are reliability, ease of driving, after-sales support, and long-term ownership costs (8-10 years). Need your expert advice to make the right decision.

Verified
•28w

The Hyundai Venue HX8 is the one for you. It will satisfy most of your requirements. The 1.0-litre Turbo GDI churns out 120hp and is easy to live with in city conditions. Hyundai's maintenance cost is reasonable, and its extensive service network offers strong after-sales support. The recently launched Venue brings fresh design, more features, offers more space than earlier and has a comfortable ride quality.

VehicleHyundai Venue