Maruti Suzuki Fronx VS Renault Kiger: Detailed Comparison

• Maruti Suzuki Fronx is a feature-loaded crossover SUV
• Renault Kiger is a Global NCAP 4-star rated compact SUV
• Maruti is expected to announce the prices of Fronx in April

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx has already gathered over 5,500 bookings ahead of its scheduled price reveal and launch in April. The compact crossover SUV from Maruti Suzuki will be sold as a premium NEXA product. Though it's a crossover SUV, it is set to compete with several compact SUVs in the segment. One of the compact SUVs in the segment is Renault's Kiger. Kiger has been a highly successful product of Renault in India. Thus, the buyers in the segment are set for a tough choice between Kiger & Fronx. Well, you need not worry as our detailed comparison between Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Renault Kiger will clear all your confusion and queries.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Renault Kiger: Dimension

Dimension	Maruti Fronx	Renault Kiger
Length	3995 mm	3991 mm
Width	1765 mm	1750 mm
Height	1550 mm	1605 mm
Wheelbase	2520 mm	2500 mm
Ground Clearance	190 mm	205 mm
Boot Space	308 litre	405 litre

Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Renault Kiger: Powertrain

Powertrain	Maruti Fronx Naturally Aspirated Petrol	Maruti Fronx Turbo Petrol	Renault Kiger Naturally Aspirated Petrol	Renault Kiger Turbo Petrol
Engine	1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT	1L Turbo Boosterjet	1L Energy NA	1L Turbo
Power	89.73 PS	100.06 PS	72 PS	100 PS
Torque	113 Nm	147.6 Nm	96 Nm	160 Nm for MT/152 Nm for CVT Auto
Transmission	5-speed MT/5-speed AMT	5-speed MT/6-speed Torque Converter Automatic	5-speed MT/5-speed AMT	5-speed MT/CVT Automatic
Mild Hybrid	No	Yes	No	No

Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Renault Kiger: Features

Features	Maruti Fronx	Renault Kiger
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt Only
360-degree view camera	Yes	Only Reverse Camera
IRVM dimming	Auto	Manual
HUD (Heads Up Display)	Yes (with navigation)	No
Air Purifier	No	Optional
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	No
Airbags	6	4
Active Safety	ABS, EBD, ESP, Hill Hold	ABS, EBD, ESP, Traction Control, Hill Hold
TPMS	No	Yes (Highline)
Wireless Phone Charger	Yes	Yes
Sunroof	No	No
Connected Car Tech	Yes	No
Smartwatch Integration	Yes	No
Remote Engine Start/Stop & AC Control	Yes	No
Audio System	6 Speaker by ARKAMYS	6 Speaker by ARKAMYS
Ambient Lighting	No	Yes (Single Colour)
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay	Wireless	Wireless
Central Armrest	Front	Front & Rear
Auto Headlamps	Yes	No
Cooled Glovebox	No	Yes
Multi-Drive Modes	No	Yes
Instrument Cluster (Drivers Display)	TFT MID	7-inch Advanced Display
Infotainment System	9-inch touchscreen	8-inch touchscreen

Maruti Suzuki Fronx vs Renault Kiger: Safety

Renault Kiger is one of the safest compact SUVs in India with a Global N-CAP 4-Star Safety Rating. The Maruti Fronx, on the other hand, is yet to receive any safety rating. Based on Baleno's (Heartect) platform, Fronx gets 6 airbags, whereas Renault Kiger gets only 4. On the active safety front, both SUVs are equally equipped with features like ABS, EBD, ESP, Hill Hold, etc.

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Verdict: Maruti Suzuki Fronx is a new offering and gets some new & exciting design elements. It's also feature & tech-loaded. On the other hand, Renault Kiger is largely considered a good-looking, feature-loaded, affordable, and value-for-money product. The Renault Kiger is priced between Rs 6.49 lakh to Rs 11.22 lakh (Ex-showroom). Whereas, the Maruti Fronx is priced between Rs 7.46 lakh to Rs 13.13 lakh Ex-Showroom.