Maruti Suzuki Fronx VS Tata Nexon: Performance, Features & Price

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Tata Nexon are two compact SUVs that cater to customers seeking modern amenities, performance and a variety of powertrains. While Fronx is available in petrol and CNG variants, the Nexon provides an additional choice of diesel and more transmission choices. Let’s take a look at the comparisons of both SUVs in terms of performance, features and price.

Performance

Maruti Suzuki Fronx features 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with output of 89.73 PS and 113 Nm of torque. This car can be had in five-speed manual or AMT transmission. 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with output of 100.06 PS and 147.6 Nm with five-speed manual and six-speed torque-converter automatic transmissions. Also, there is a factory fitted CNG version of the 1.2-litre petrol engine with manual transmission. Hence, these models are good for buyers who look for fuel efficient or turbo-petrol cars.

On the other hand, Tata Nexon is equipped with a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine which has output of 120 PS and 170 Nm of torque. The engine can be equipped with manual and automatic transmissions, depending on the variant. The 1.5-litre diesel engine with output of 116 PS and 260 Nm is also available in manual and automatic transmissions. Tata also offers a factory fitted iCNG version of 1.2-litre petrol engine. Hence, compared to the Fronx, the petrol engine of Nexon produces more power, and diesel engine provides more torque.

Features: Safety and Comfort

The Fronx comes with a touchscreen infotainment system with wireless phone connectivity in some versions, auto climate control, and rear AC vents. Some variants have a head-up display, cruise control, wireless phone charging, and 360-degree camera. The safety features available are six airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes with EBD, and hill-hold assist. The equipment offered depends on the version.

The Tata Nexon is fitted with a touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster on some versions, connected car features and 360-degree camera. The buyers also get some other options based on the variant such as a panoramic sunroof, premium audio system, and dashboard camera. Tata has also launched ADAS in the Nexon range. Some safety features and advanced features are also present in some variants. The Nexon got a five-star Bharat NCAP safety rating.

Price

Pricing of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx ranges from ₹6.89 lakh to ₹12.02 lakh ex-showroom. Price variations depend on the engine, transmission, and variant. There have been price hikes on certain variants of the model in October 2026.

The Tata Nexon is available for purchase at a price ranging from ₹7.39 lakh to ₹14.40 lakh ex-showroom for its petrol, diesel, and CNG variants. Actual price varies according to powertrain, transmission, and variant chosen by the buyer. It is advised that you confirm the price on the selected variant of the car from an authorized dealer.

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Conclusion

Maruti Suzuki Fronx can be a good buy if the buyer wants a compact SUV that has both petrol and CNG variants and comes at a lesser price. While the Tata Nexon has a higher powered petrol engine, diesel option and some additional features as well.