Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Honda Elevate vs Suzuki Fronx
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Honda Elevate
1.5 Elegance CVT
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 399,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 119 kW
🔧 145 Nm
⛽ 16.1 km/l
VS
Suzuki Fronx
1.5 GLX AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 372,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 17.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Honda Elevate vs Suzuki Fronx: the short answer
Elevate and Fronx are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Fronx starts ZAR 66,000 cheaper
Elevate from ZAR 369,900 · Fronx from ZAR 303,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Elevate119 kW | Fronx77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Elevate145 Nm | Fronx138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | Elevate1498 cc | Fronx1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Elevate16.1 km/l | Fronx17.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Elevate220 mm | Fronx170 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Elevate
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Fronx
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Elevate
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Fronx
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Generation | Built on Honda’s latest compact SUV platform with improved safety and structural strength | 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 | Recently introduced model with latest design language and modern features | 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 | Original current-generation version | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | White, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red, Black | Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Midnight Blue, Lucent Orange |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | SUV | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1240 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4312 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 220 mm | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 220 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 458 l | 304 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1240 kg | 970 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1680 kg | 1420 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 400 kg | 480 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 5.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 1015 mm | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 980 mm | 955 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1043 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 995 mm | 890 mm |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | 1510 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | 1510 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | MacPherson Strut | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Torsion Beam | Coil Spring |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | All Doors Auto | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED Projector | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 458 l | 704 l |
| AC Type | Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Doors Auto | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 24 Months | 4 Years |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.2 | 5.7 |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | All Doors Auto | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Leather | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | Built-in | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | Built-in | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 12.5 sec | 13.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Mirror | All Doors Auto | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Smart Key | Not Available |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Smart Key | Remote Central Locking |
| Rim Size | 17-inch Alloy | 16 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Standard | Not Available |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | elevate | fronx |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trim Level | top | flagship |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Core range derivative | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Smart Key | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Smart Key | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 458 l | 704 l |
| 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 |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Manual Fold |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1498 cc | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 74 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 119 kW | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | CVT | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.5 sec | 13.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 96 kW/tonne | 79.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 116.9 Nm/tonne | 142.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | CVT Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | 4.388:1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Continuously Variable Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | CVT Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4x2 | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | CVT Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 4 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.8 |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.1 km/l | 17.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13 km/l | 14.3 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 17 km/l | 20.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.1 km/l | 17.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 37 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | 6 | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | 6 | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | LED Projector | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reversing Camera | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seat Adjustment | Driver Electric | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1395 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1370 mm |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Urethane |
| Interior Colour Options | 6 | 2 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Driver Electric | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Driver Electric | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | Leather | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Driver Seat | Driver Electric | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Spacious cabin with touchscreen infotainment, wireless connectivity, digital displays, and comfortable seating | 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 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Interior Colours | 6 | 2 |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| 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 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 704 |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Built-in | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | Not Available | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Voice Recognition | Built-in | Via Smartphone |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Audio System | 8 | Standard |
| Display Audio | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Connected Services | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Control | Built-in | Via Smartphone |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wireless | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 17-inch Alloy | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 6 |
| Roof Type | Electric Sunroof | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| DRL | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | LED | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | LED | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | LED Projector | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | LED Projector | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED Projector | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 5 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Doors Auto | All Four Windows |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED Projector | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | LED Projector | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlights | LED Projector | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Plastic Side Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 20 deg | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | 22 deg | 23 deg |
| Wading Depth | 400 mm | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | 20 deg | 19 deg |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | 0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | 22 deg | 23 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 220 mm | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 220 mm | 170 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | 400 mm | 0 mm |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17-inch Alloy | 16 Inches |
| Brake Type Front | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Tyre Type | 215/55 R17 | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | 17-inch Alloy | 16 Inches |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | Not Available |
| Brakes | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Conventional Handbrake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 17-inch Alloy | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Wheels | 17-inch Alloy | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| 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 Tyre | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 Inches |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | Moderate | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | 24 Months | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | 24 Months | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| Service Plan Duration | 24 Months | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 24 Months | Not Included |
| Service Plan | 24 Months | Not Included |
| Service Intervals | 10000 km / 12 months | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | 3 | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 138 g/km | 133 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Standard | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Petrol | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | Not Available | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | 138 | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 138 | 133 |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 12 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 14 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 15 l/100km | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 18 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 18 | 0 |
| Spec | Elevate | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 399900 ZAR | 372900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 399900 | 372900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 399900 | 372900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Elevate and Fronx comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Elevate 39 vs Fronx 31.
Efficiency index: Elevate 62 vs Fronx 67.
Safety-equipment index: Elevate 88 vs Fronx 87.
Practicality index: Elevate 63 vs Fronx 57.
Ownership-cover index: Elevate 43 vs Fronx 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Fronx leads by 1 points
Elevate and Fronx are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
61
/100
Lead
1
points
Data
89%
source coverage
61
#1
Evidence leader
Fronx
89% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Performance 31
Performance
31
Efficiency
67
Safety
87
Practicality
57
Ownership
71
Leads by 1 points
60
#2
Elevate
87% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 88
Check
Performance 39
Performance
39
Efficiency
62
Safety
88
Practicality
63
Ownership
43
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Elevate +8
Efficiency
Fronx +5
Safety
Elevate +1
Practicality
Elevate +6
Ownership
Fronx +28
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Fronx
Performance
31/100
Efficiency
67/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
Elevate
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Suzuki Fronx
leads the specification evidence index with 61 pts
vs 60 pts for Elevate
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fronx leads. However, Elevate may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Elevate vs Fronx questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.