Maruti Suzuki FRONX vs Kia Sonet - Which One Should You Buy

Maruti Suzuki FRONX vs Kia Sonet Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Maruti Suzuki FRONX and Kia Sonet Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Maruti Suzuki FRONX comes in 14 variants. Engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹6.85 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Sigma, costs ₹6.85 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Alpha Turbo DT AT, is priced at ₹11.98 Lakh. The Kia Sonet comes in 23 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹7.41 Lakh. The cheapest variant, HTE, costs ₹7.41 Lakh, while the top-end variant, GTX Plus Diesel AT, is priced at ₹14.09 Lakh.

Specification	Maruti Suzuki FRONX	Kia Sonet
Price	₹6.85 Lakh	₹7.41 Lakh
Engine	1197 cc 1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT Petrol	1197 cc Smartstream G1.2 Petrol
Mileage	21.79 kmpl	18.4 kmpl
Transmission	5-Speed	5-Speed

Price

₹6.85 Lakh

₹7.41 Lakh

Engine

1197 cc 1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT Petrol

1197 cc Smartstream G1.2 Petrol

Mileage

21.79 kmpl

18.4 kmpl

Transmission

5-Speed

Maruti Suzuki FRONX

₹ 6.85 Lakh

Sigma

Kia Sonet

₹ 7.41 Lakh

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Comparison

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EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

88.50bhp@6000rpm

81.8bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque

113Nm@4400rpm

115Nm@4200rpm

Displacement

1197 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Not Available

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 Litres

45 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

21.79 kmpl

18.4 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Gross Weight

1450 kg

Height

1550 mm

1642 mm

Kerb Weight

960-970 kg Kg

Length

3995 mm

Wheelbase

2520 mm

2500 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

308 Litres

385 Litres

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

195/60 R16

195/65 R15

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

16 Inch

15 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Tilt

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Not Available

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Not Available

Anti Theft Device

Not Available

Interior Features

Additional Features

Rear Parcel Tray

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Not Available

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Fabric

Leatherette

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Active Noise Cancellation

Not Available

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height only

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Shark Fin

Pole Type

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Fog Lights

Not Available

Headlamp Washers

Not Available

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Fog Lamps

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Maruti Suzuki FRONX - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹5,47,920

Interest: 9.5%

₹52,052

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,36,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹11,507/month

Kia Sonet - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹5,92,720

Interest: 9.5%

₹56,308

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,48,180

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹12,448/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Maruti Suzuki FRONX

Offers both naturally aspirated and turbo-petrol engine options.
Available with manual, AMT, and torque converter automatic transmissions.

Things We Like in Kia Sonet

Six airbags are standard on every single variant, not just the top variants.
The powertrain lineup of three engines and up to six transmissions is among the widest in the segment.

Things We Don't Like in Maruti Suzuki FRONX

No diesel engine option available in the lineup.
No factory-offered sunroof, which several rivals provide.

Things We Don't Like in Kia Sonet

The Sonet hasn't been independently crash tested by Global NCAP or Bharat NCAP.
All-wheel disc brakes are offered on higher variants, while lower variants get rear drum brakes.