Is the Fronx just a jacked up Baleno or does it have its own identity?
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx, which shares its platform with the popular Baleno hatchback, leaves many wondering if it’s just a raised version of its sibling. But Maruti has marketed the Fronx as a compact SUV with different styling and added features. That has ruffled feathers among car enthusiasts, with many asking whether the Fronx is sufficiently differentiated to deserve its place in the lineup and its price premium over the Baleno. Some say the crossover styling and higher ground clearance make it a different animal, while others point out that it’s not different enough to be a different model. The discussion usually is about the value proposition of the Fronx over the Baleno and the other compact SUVs in the market.
It's certainly more than just a raised Baleno. The exterior styling is all different and it really has a unique identity. Also, that higher ground clearance really does matter when actually driving.
Come on, let's be real. In platform shoe form, it's just a Baleno. They are the same interior, same engines, with some plastic cladding slapped on. Maruti is just trying to join the SUV craze bandwagon.
I'd guess it's about in between. Sure, it’s a lot like the Baleno, but the package is different enough. It really changes the vibe of the car.
I can say as an owner it feels quite different from a Baleno. It's also surprisingly different in terms of the driving position, the handling of bumps, even road presence. It's its own thing.
But I don’t think it’s fair to call it just a jacked up Baleno. Fronx has its own character and that unique front end design is something. Technically true, but misses the point, it's like saying the Brezza is just a tall Swift.
But also, let’s not forget the turbo petrol engine option. The Fronx has a sportier edge that the Baleno doesn't have, that in itself. It's a whole different driving experience.
I test drove them both back to back and honestly they feel like different cars. Additionally, the Fronx offers more commanding view of the road and it feels more solid. It's not just marketing hype.
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Is the Fronx just a jacked up Baleno or does it have its own identity?
31 December 2024 07:55
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