Suzuki's New Release: The Fronx

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【Summary】Suzuki has launched the Fronx, a crossover between an SUV and a coupé, offering style, performance, and value for money. The vehicle features a unique design, with a combination of SUV and coupé elements, and comes in a range of colors. Inside, it offers convenience features such as a leather-clad multi-function steering wheel, cruise control, and various storage compartments. The Fronx is powered by a fuel-efficient 1.5L engine and has received positive reviews for its ride and handling.

FutureCar Staff Aug 30, 2023 11:53 PM PT

Suzuki has cleverly combined the words "frontier" and "cross-over" to create the name "Fronx" for their latest vehicle. This name represents the way the vehicle crosses a frontier for Suzuki in the market segment as well as the design that crosses a frontier between SUV and coupé. The "X" in the name signifies the crossover nature of the Fronx. Not only does the name sound cool, but the drive is also impressive.

The Suzuki Fronx is a vehicle that offers excellent value for money. In South Africa, approximately 79.3% of volume sales fall between R300,000 and R375,000. The Fronx is priced ideally from R279,900 to R335,900, making it an attractive option for buyers looking for a great deal. It is set to make a big impact on the local market.

The Fronx introduces a new styling concept to the Suzuki lineup - that of a coupé SUV. It combines style, performance, and value-for-money motoring in a unique way. Brendon Carpenter, the brand marketing manager of Suzuki Auto South Africa, states that the Fronx allows buyers in the compact SUV segment to enjoy style, performance, and safety without having to compromise.

The design of the Suzuki Fronx shares similarities with other recent models in the Suzuki lineup, such as the Grand Vitara and the Suzuki Baleno. The design language, called Crafted Futurism, combines well-built quality with forward-thinking styling. The result is a combination of signature Suzuki SUV design elements and new design elements, such as a swooping roofline, bold wheel arches, and dual-layer front lights.

The Suzuki Fronx offers a wide range of color options to cater to the preferences of young and young-at-heart buyers who want to stand out. Buyers can choose from colors like Arctic White Pearl, Splendid Silver Pearl Metallic, Grandeur Grey Pearl Metallic, Celestial Blue Pearl Metallic, Lucent Orange Pearl Metallic, and Bluish Black Pearl.

The interior of the Suzuki Fronx is spacious and packed with convenient features. All versions of the Fronx come with a leather-clad multi-function steering wheel that includes buttons for Bluetooth connectivity, audio controls, and cruise control. Cruise control is standard across all versions. Other features include electric windows, automatic climate control, central locking, electric power steering, USB charging points, and a center console box that doubles as an armrest and storage compartment.

All versions of the Suzuki Fronx are equipped with the K15B engine, known for its fuel efficiency. This 1.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine delivers 77kW of power and 138Nm of torque. It can be paired with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.

Suzuki is rapidly growing in popularity in South Africa, with models like the Swift and Jimny winning awards. The Fronx offers a comfortable ride and handling, with an average fuel consumption of around 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers. It provides excellent value for money and has a spacious interior that can accommodate five adults with ample boot space.