The Fronx's 1.0L turbo engine is premium, but is it worth paying a premium over the standard 1.2L?

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Maruti Suzuki Fronx gets two engine options — a 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine and a more powerful 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine. While the turbo engine comes at a top line cost, it also provides a performance and driving experience that will likely deliver better and more fun. That has spurred discussions among potential buyers and car nuts about whether the turbo engine is worth the extra cost. Fuel efficiency, maintenance cost and real world differences in performance are factors. It is argued that the extra power and the torque make the Fronx more fun to drive on highways or with a full load. Some say that most people don't really need anything extra, and will be better off sticking with the standard engine for the money. Long term ownership experience of turbo vs non turbo variants is often the topic of many debates.

@awadhesh-n · Accepted Answer

I believe the turbo is more of a bragging rights thing than a necessity. The standard engine makes more sense for most Fronx buyers who aren’t looking for a performance car.

@mansi-upad · Answer

And since I switched from naturally aspirated to Fronx turbo, I can tell you, it’s a game changer. It’s another level of responsiveness and overtaking ability.

@sana-ifran · Answer

If most of your driving is on the highway, or you live in a hilly area, go turbo. In those situations, the extra torque makes a big difference.

@vijay-kuma · Answer

I test drove both and the price difference was honestly hard to justify. The 1.2L had enough zip for my purposes, and the money saved can be spent on nicer features.

@md-shafi-i · Answer

The turbo is great but think long term costs. With turbo engines, you’ll probably have to spend more on repair in the long run, and in most cases they require more maintenance.

@pallavi-sa · Answer

I love the turbo, but I can see why some wouldn't want to pay extra. It all depends on how you drive and where you drive the car the most.

@sana-ifran · Answer

Not really. For city driving the standard 1.2L is more than enough and you get better fuel efficiency. Most people don’t need the turbo in the first place.

@chandan-ku · Answer

Absolutely worth it! The Fronx feels like a totally different car by virtue of its turbo engine. But it's much more fun to drive and it feels more premium.

The Fronx's 1.0L turbo engine is premium, but is it worth paying a premium over the standard 1.2L?

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