Suzuki eVitara vs Suzuki Fronx
Verdict
The Suzuki eVitara is the dearer car at RM188,000 against RM147,888, so the RM40,112 gap has to be justified by EV running, a 172 hp/193 Nm motor, 61.1 kWh LFP battery and 426 km range. It is also much bigger, with a 2,700 mm wheelbase versus 2,520 mm. The Suzuki Fronx counters with a lower price, petrol mild-hybrid 6AT simplicity and a boot that is fractionally larger, 308 litres against 306 litres. Safety kit is close, with both getting AEB, adaptive cruise, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want the bigger, quicker EV with 426 km range, longer warranty cover and more premium cabin hardware.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you want the cheaper petrol-hybrid SUV with a 6AT, rear air vents and no charging routine to plan around.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki eVitara RM188,000; Suzuki Fronx RM147,888
- Output: Suzuki eVitara 172 hp/193 Nm motor; Suzuki Fronx 100 hp/138 Nm petrol mild-hybrid engine
- Battery/fuel: Suzuki eVitara 61.1 kWh LFP with 426 km range; Suzuki Fronx 37-litre fuel tank
- Size: Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm long, 1,800 mm wide; Suzuki Fronx 3,995 mm long, 1,765 mm wide
- Wheelbase and boot: Suzuki eVitara 2,700 mm and 306 litres; Suzuki Fronx 2,520 mm and 308 litres
- Warranty: Suzuki eVitara 5 years/unlimited mileage plus 8-year/160,000 km battery; Suzuki Fronx 3 years/100,000 km plus 5-year/100,000 km battery
eVitara
- Stronger 172 hp/193 Nm EV motor with 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger body and longer 2,700 mm wheelbase
- Adds power front seats, front sunroof, auto wipers and front parking sensors
- Costs RM40,112 more
- Boot is slightly smaller at 306 litres versus 308 litres
- No rear air-con vents or head-up display
Fronx
- RM40,112 cheaper to buy
- Has rear air-con vents, head-up display and telescopic steering
- Slightly larger 308-litre boot
- Lower output at 100 hp/138 Nm versus 172 hp/193 Nm
- Shorter 3-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty
- Rear drum brakes and torsion beam suspension versus rear discs and multi-links
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 188,000 | RM 147,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 193 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 61.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 426 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 67 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,275 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,788 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 306 litres | 308 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | MRF Wanderer Ecotred | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | India (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum Brakes |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 rear passenger seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | 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 | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | — |
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.
eVitara vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Suzuki eVitara or Suzuki Fronx better?
The Suzuki eVitara is better if you want more performance, EV range, size and warranty cover. The Suzuki Fronx is better if purchase price and petrol-hybrid convenience matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM188,000, while the Suzuki Fronx costs RM147,888. That makes the eVitara RM40,112 more expensive.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Suzuki Fronx has the bigger boot, but only just: 308 litres versus 306 litres in the Suzuki eVitara. The eVitara is the larger car by length, width, height and wheelbase.