Hyundai Exter vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx – Which is better?
The Hyundai Exter comes in 39 variants. The engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with the manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant has been priced at Rs. 5.49 lakh. The cheapest variant, EX, is priced at Rs. 5.49 lakh, although the top-end variant, SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMT, has been priced at Rs. 9.61 Lakh.

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is available in 16 variants. The engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, which are paired with manual and automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at Rs. 6.85 lakh. The cheapest variant of Fronx, Sigma, is priced at Rs. 6.85 lakh, although the top-end variant, Alpha Turbo DT AT priced at Rs. 11.98 lakh.
| Specifications | Hyundai Exter | Maruti Suzuki Fronx |
| Price | ₹5.74 Lakh | ₹6.85 Lakh |
| Engine | 1197 cc 1.2 l Kappa Petrol | 1197 cc 1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT Petrol |
| Mileage | 19.4 kmpl | 21.79 kmpl |
| Transmission | 5-Speed | 5-Speed |
Engine and Transmission
The Hyundai Exter EX has been powered by a 1.2-L kappa engine that produces a maximum torque power of 81.8bhp@6000rpm as well as a maximum torque of 113.8Nm@4000rpm. The Fronx Sigma has been powered with the 1.2-L dual jet, dual vvt engine, which produces the maximum power of 88.50bhp@6000rpm as well as maximum torque of 113Nm@4400rpm.
| Specifications | Hyundai Exter | Maruti Suzuki Fronx |
| Max Power | 81.8bhp@6000rpm | 88.50bhp@6000rpm |
| Max Torque | 113.8Nm@4000rpm | 113Nm@4400rpm |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Battery Saver | – | |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Engine Start Stop Button | ||
| Engine Type | 1.2 l Kappa | 1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 5-Speed |
| Idle Start Stop System | ||
| Top Speed | – | 180 kmph |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Turbo Charger | – | |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Other Features
The Hyundai Exter EX uses the MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front as well as a rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. The braking duties are handled by a disc at the front and a drum at the rear.
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx Sigma uses the MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a twist beam at the rear for balanced comfort and stability. The braking duties are handled by a disc at the front and a drum at the rear.
| Specifications | Hyundai Exter | Maruti Suzuki Fronx |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Rear Suspension | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type | Gas Type | – |
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