Verdict
At RM130,888, the Suzuki Fronx is RM2,912 cheaper than the RM133,800 Toyota Corolla Cross and cuts annual road tax from RM359 to RM120. Its 100 hp, 138 Nm 1.5-litre mild-hybrid-assisted petrol drivetrain suits the buyer prioritising a smaller 3,995 mm SUV and lower fixed costs. But the Corolla Cross brings 138 hp and 172 Nm, a 2,640 mm wheelbase and a 440-litre boot against the Fronx’s 2,520 mm and 308 litres. For regular family use, the Toyota’s extra space, equipment and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty justify the modest gap.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if lower RM120 annual road tax, a 3,995 mm body, head-up display and wireless Android Auto matter more than cabin and boot space.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if you need 138 hp, a 440-litre boot, 8-way power driver’s seat and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki Fronx RM130,888; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800.
- Engine output: Fronx 1,462 cc with 100 hp and 138 Nm; Corolla Cross 1,798 cc with 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- Size: Fronx is 3,995 mm long with a 2,520 mm wheelbase; Corolla Cross is 4,460 mm long with a 2,640 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Fronx 308 litres; Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Annual road tax: Fronx RM120; Corolla Cross RM359.
- Warranty: Fronx three years/100,000 km; Corolla Cross five years/unlimited mileage.
Fronx
- RM2,912 lower purchase price and RM239 lower annual road tax.
- Head-up display, paddle shifts and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and a 360-degree camera.
- 100 hp and 138 Nm trail the Corolla Cross’s 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- 308-litre boot is 132 litres smaller.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than five years with unlimited mileage.
Corolla Cross
- 138 hp and 172 Nm from its 1.8-litre petrol engine.
- 440-litre boot, 2,640 mm wheelbase and 47-litre fuel tank.
- 8-way power driver’s seat, powered hands-free boot and front parking sensors.
- Costs RM2,912 more and annual road tax is RM359 versus RM120.
- At 4,460 mm long and 1,825 mm wide, it occupies more space than the 3,995 mm by 1,765 mm Fronx.
- No head-up display; the Fronx gets one.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM130,888✓ | RM133,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM359 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 138 hp✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,995 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 37 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 308 litres | 440 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Indonesia (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" 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 & Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| 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 | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 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 Fronx & Corolla Cross for sale
Fronx vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Suzuki Fronx or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Toyota Corolla Cross is the better family SUV on space, performance and warranty, with 440 litres of boot space, 138 hp and five-year unlimited-mileage cover. Choose the Fronx for its lower road tax, smaller footprint and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla Cross costs RM2,912 more than the Suzuki Fronx. Its annual road tax is also RM239 higher: RM359 versus RM120.
Which has more boot space?
The Toyota Corolla Cross has the larger boot at 440 litres, 132 litres more than the Suzuki Fronx’s 308 litres. Both have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.