DENZA B8 vs Suzuki Fronx
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
DENZA B8
Suzuki Fronx
At a Glance — Who Wins What
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | - | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | - | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | - | 1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | - | 17.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | - | 170 mm |
| Boot / Load Bay | - | 304 l |
| Airbags | - | 6 |
| Kerb Weight | - | 970 kg |
| Seating Capacity | - | 5 seats |
| Warranty | - | 5 |
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The Bottom Line
The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Full Specs, Side by Side
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Gearbox | - | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Type | - | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Number of Gears | - | 4 |
| Drivetrain Layout | - | Front Wheel Drive |
| Final Drive Ratio | - | 4.388:1 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.8 |
| Clutch Type | - | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| LSD Available | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | - | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | - | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | - | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Gear Shift Type | - | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | - | 4 |
| Drivetrain | - | FWD |
| Axle Layout | - | FWD |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Engagement | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Low Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 133 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 133 |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | - | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | - | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Service Plan | - | Not Included |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Length | - | 3995 mm |
| Width | - | 1765 mm |
| Height | - | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | - | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | - | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | - | 970 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | - | 1420 kg |
| Payload Capacity | - | 480 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | - | 5.1 m |
| Doors | - | 5 doors |
| Seating Capacity | - | 5 seats |
| Boot/Cargo Space | - | 304 l |
| Front Legroom | - | 1043 mm |
| Rear Legroom | - | 890 mm |
| Front Headroom | - | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | - | 955 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 37 l |
| Number of Rows | - | 2 rows |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | - | 1510 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1510 mm |
| Front Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Front Suspension Type | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 704 l |
| Climate Control | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | - | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | - | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | - | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 13.0 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.7 |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| TPMS | - | Standard |
| Surround View Monitor | - | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Seat Type | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| AC Type | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Air Conditioning | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Manual Aircon | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | - | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Panoramic Roof | - | Not Available |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Manual Fold |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Sound System | - | 6 |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Spare Wheel | - | Full Size Spare |
| Rim Size | - | 16 Inches |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | - | fronx |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Unlocking | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Climate Zones | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 704 l |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1395 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1370 mm |
| Seat Material | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Heated Seats | - | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | - | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | - | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Steering Wheel Material | - | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 360-degree surround view camera on GLX, blind-spot monitoring on GLX, automatic climate control on GL+ and GLX, dual front airbags standard, ABS standard, al |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 704 |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Trim | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Fabric Seats | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| 60 40 Split Seat | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | - | 17.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | - | 14.3 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | - | 20.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | - | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | - | 37 |
| Real-world Mileage | - | 17.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | - | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | - | 6 |
| ABS | - | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | - | Standard |
| Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Child Safety Lock | - | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | - | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | - | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | - | All Seats |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | - | Standard |
| Stability Control | - | Standard |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| TCS | - | Standard |
| Hill Hold | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Reminder | - | All Seats |
| BA | - | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| AEB | - | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | - | All Seats |
| Driver Airbag | - | 6 |
| Passenger Airbag | - | 6 |
| EBD | - | Standard |
| Side Airbags | - | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | - | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | - | Not Available |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | - | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | - | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| 360 Degree Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | - | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Rear View Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reversing Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Around View Monitor | - | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Surround View Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | - | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Auto Highbeam | - | Not Available |
| Park Assist | - | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Not Available |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Screen Size | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | - | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | - | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | - | 6 |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | - | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Infotainment Screen | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | - | 6 |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | - | Wired Android Auto |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Headlamps | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| LED Headlamps | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | - | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | - | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Plastic Side Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| Headlights | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Panoramic Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Headlight Type | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Led Headlights | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lights | - | LED DRLs |
| DRL | - | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lamps | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 23 deg |
| Wading Depth | - | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | - | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | - | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| 4WD System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 170 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 23 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | - | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Type | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Rim Size | - | 16 Inches |
| Front Brake Type | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | - | Drum |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 210 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 89 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Spare Wheel Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Wheels | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | - | Full Size Spare |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Handbrake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 Inches |
| Wheel Diameter | - | 16 Inches |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | - | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | - | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | - | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | - | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Body Style | - | SUV |
| Model Year | - | 2026 |
| Production Status | - | published |
| Segment | - | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | - | SUV |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | - | Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Midnight Blue, Lucent Orange |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 970 kg |
| Model Introduced Year | - | 2023 |
| Generation | - | First generation Fronx on modified Baleno/HEARTECT platform with raised ride height and SUV body; shares K15B engine with Baleno, Ertiga, XL6, and Grand Vitara; developed as Suzuki's response to the growing compact coupe-crossover segment |
| Facelift History | - | Launched in South Africa in 2023 as a new nameplate — no facelift has been released for the first generation globally as of 2025; the model is in the growth phase of its product lifecycle |
| Facelift Launched Since | - | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | - | Current |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Price Zar | - | 372900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | - | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | - | 372900 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 372900 |
| Ownership Role | - | Flagship |
| Spec | B8 | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | - | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | - | K15B |
| Fuel Type | - | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | - | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | - | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | - | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | - | Inline |
| Valves | - | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | - | 4 |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | - | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | - | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | - | 74 mm |
| Stroke | - | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | - | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | - | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Combined Power | - | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | - | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | - | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | - | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | - | FWD |
| Transmission | - | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | - | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | - | 13.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | - | 79.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | - | 142.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | - | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | - | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | - | Not Applicable |
Catalogue Score Withheld
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Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.
Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.
How to Read This Comparison
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This B8 and Fronx comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.