Maruti Suzuki continues to raise the bar for automotive safety, reaffirming its commitment to delivering secure yet stylish vehicles. The Fronx, one of the most appealing models in Maruti Suzuki’s lineup, now comes with 6 airbags as a standard feature, positioning it as a safer and more appealing choice for urban SUV enthusiasts. We’ve got all the details for you below.
6 Airbags Now Standard on the Maruti Fronx
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx initially won over Indian SUV buyers with its striking coupe-style design and attention-grabbing rear roofline. But now, there’s more reason to consider Fronx your next vehicle. With the recent update, this compact SUV is equipped with 6 airbags as standard, significantly enhancing passenger safety in various crash scenarios, including side impacts.
Prior to this update, the Fronx offered 2 airbags as standard, catering primarily to front-seat passengers for frontal collision protection. With the addition of side and curtain airbags, the new total of 6 airbags ensures comprehensive safety during a broader range of impacts, making the Fronx one of the safest vehicles in its class.
This move is part of Maruti Suzuki’s ongoing initiative to ensure every model in their portfolio is equipped with 6 airbags. The brand aims to implement this safety feature across 100% of its vehicles by the end of the year. The updated Fronx follows closely behind similar upgrades made to the XL6 model.
With this new safety enhancement, attention is also being drawn to the Fronx’s Toyota counterpart, the Urban Cruiser Taisor. Since the production of Taisor is handled by Maruti Suzuki, a similar update is anticipated.
Price Revision for Fronx
To accommodate the upgradation to 6 airbags, Maruti Suzuki has implemented a slight price hike for the Fronx, effective immediately. The good news? The increase is minimal, at just 0.5% of the pre-update ex-showroom prices. This adjustment is aimed at offsetting the increased input costs for the added safety features while keeping this SUV competitively priced in the market.
A Global Icon in the Making
Beyond its appeal in the domestic market, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is rapidly gaining global popularity. It recently set a record by becoming the fastest vehicle to achieve the milestone of 1 lakh exports. Interestingly, the variants exported to international markets are packed with advanced features such as an ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) and a larger, more powerful 1.5L petrol engine.
Maruti Suzuki’s ability to deliver a globally favored SUV while continuously updating safety and performance standards is a testament to its prowess and commitment to innovation.
