Maruti Suzuki Fronx Hits 1 Lakh Unit Exports Milestone

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx has crossed the 1 lakh unit export mark, becoming the fastest SUV from India to achieve this milestone. The feat was accomplished in just 25 months since exports began in June 2023. Currently, the Fronx is exported to over 80 countries, including regions such as Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. According to Maruti Suzuki, the SUV’s growing popularity in Japan has played a significant role in its export success.

Speaking on the milestone, Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, 'Maruti Suzuki’s capability to manufacture world-class vehicles for global markets exemplifies the true essence of the ‘Make in India’ initiative.'

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He also added, 'Our renewed focus on international markets has been instrumental in Maruti Suzuki’s continued leadership in passenger vehicle exports. Fronx is delighting customers all over the world. Besides clocking the fastest 1 lakh exports, Fronx was also India’s number 1 exported passenger vehicle in FY 2024-25.'

Maruti Suzuki Export Performance

Maruti Suzuki emerged as India’s top passenger vehicle exporter for the fourth consecutive financial year. It exported over 96,000 vehicles in Q1 FY 2025-26 alone, securing an impressive 47% market share in PV exports. With 17 models shipped to nearly 100 global markets, Maruti Suzuki’s export strategy remains strong. South Africa, Japan, and Saudi Arabia rank among its top export destinations.

In FY 2024-25, the company recorded international shipments of over 3.3 lakh vehicles, which is a 17.5% rise over the previous year, supported by a strong demand for models like the Fronx, Dzire, Jimny, Swift, and Baleno.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Powertrain 

The Fronx SUV has two petrol engine options: a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated and a 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo. The turbo mill churns out a maximum power output of 99bhp and a peak torque of 147.6Nm, and is paired with either a five-speed manual or a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission.

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On the other hand, the naturally aspirated petrol unit delivers 89bhp and 113Nm, mated to a five-speed manual or an automatic transmission. 

Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Price

The Fronx SUV is priced between Rs 7.54 lakh and Rs 13.07 lakh. It competes against the Tata Nexon, the Hyundai Venue, the Kia Sonet, and the Nissan Magnite.