Verdict
At RM116,800, the Chery O5 undercuts the Suzuki Fronx by RM14,088 while bringing 145 hp and 230 Nm against 100 hp and 138 Nm. It is also 405 mm longer, has a 110 mm longer wheelbase and carries 70 litres more boot space, so it is the more practical paper choice for a family. The O5’s multi-link rear suspension, 18-inch wheels, powered ventilated front seats and seven-year/150,000 km warranty add substance. The Fronx counters with a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, head-up display and mild-hybrid assistance.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want more power, a 378-litre boot and substantially richer comfort equipment for less money.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, head-up display and mild-hybrid assistance matter more than space and performance.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Chery O5 145 hp/230 Nm; Suzuki Fronx 100 hp/138 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Chery O5 4,400 mm/2,630 mm; Suzuki Fronx 3,995 mm/2,520 mm.
- Boot space and fuel tank: Chery O5 378 litres/51 litres; Suzuki Fronx 308 litres/37 litres.
- Rear suspension: Chery O5 multi-link; Suzuki Fronx torsion beam.
- Front-seat adjustment: Chery O5 six-way powered and ventilated; Suzuki Fronx manual adjustable.
- Manufacturer warranty: Chery O5 seven years/150,000 km; Suzuki Fronx three years/100,000 km.
O5
- 45 hp and 92 Nm more than the Fronx
- 378-litre boot and 51-litre fuel tank
- Ventilated power front seats, 360-degree camera and powered boot
- No ASEAN NCAP star rating is listed; the Fronx has five stars
- No head-up display
- No paddle shifts
Fronx
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- Head-up display and paddle shifts
- Mild-hybrid assistance with auto start-stop
- 100 hp and 138 Nm trail the O5’s 145 hp and 230 Nm
- 308-litre boot is 70 litres smaller than the O5’s
- Three-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the O5’s seven-year/150,000 km cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800✓ | RM130,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 100 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres✓ | 308 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used O5 & Fronx for sale
O5 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The Chery O5 is the stronger all-round buy on paper: it has 45 hp more, 92 Nm more torque, a larger cabin footprint, a 378-litre boot and longer vehicle warranty. Choose the Fronx for its five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Chery O5 costs RM14,088 less than the Suzuki Fronx. It also adds more power, a larger 51-litre fuel tank, ventilated power front seats and a powered boot.
Which has the better warranty and safety rating?
The O5 has the longer vehicle warranty at seven years/150,000 km, versus three years/100,000 km for the Fronx. The Fronx has the clearer crash-test result with a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating; no ASEAN NCAP rating is listed for the O5.