Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Suzuki Fronx vs Foton Truckmate
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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Suzuki Fronx
1.5 GLX AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 372,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 17.5 km/l
VS
Foton Truckmate
Box Body
Petrol
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 239,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 82 kW
🔧 142 Nm
⛽ 12.66 km/l
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Decision summary
Suzuki Fronx vs Foton Truckmate: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Truckmate starts ZAR 104,000 cheaper
Fronx from ZAR 303,900 · Truckmate from ZAR 199,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Fronx77 kW @ 6000 rpm | Truckmate82 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Fronx138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | Truckmate142 Nm |
| Engine Size | Fronx1462 cc | Truckmate1500 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Fronx17.5 km/l | Truckmate12.66 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Fronx170 mm | TruckmateNot Officially Disclosed |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Foton South Africa official model page and derivative specification tables
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| 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 | Compact single-row cab platform with a 2,400 mm wheelbase and dropside or box-body factory configurations. |
| 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 | Current South African Truckmate range, with no separate facelift identified. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2025 | Not Applicable |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not Applicable |
| Body Style | SUV | Light truck |
| Color Note | Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Midnight Blue, Lucent Orange | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | SUV | Compact business truck |
| Tare Mass Kg | 970 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Light commercial vehicle |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3995 mm | 4735 mm |
| Width | 1765 mm | 1695 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 170 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 304 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Kerb Weight | 970 kg | 1310 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1420 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Payload Capacity | 480 kg | 1100 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.1 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 975 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 955 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1043 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 890 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1510 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1510 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Leaf 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 | - |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Independent |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Leaf spring |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | - |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | - |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Power Windows | All Four Windows | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Charging | Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 704 l | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 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 | - |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not Available | - |
| Climate Zones | Manual Air Conditioning | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Four Windows | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not Available | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Warranty | 4 Years | - |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Front Power Outlet | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.7 | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | All Four Door Pockets | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | - |
| Power Mirrors | All Four Windows | - |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Defogger | Standard | - |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 Split Fold | - |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | - |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | - |
| Seat Type | Leatherette Seat Trim | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | All Seats | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Speed Alert System | Standard | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Standard | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Standard | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Voice Command | Via Smartphone | - |
| Voice Command Support | Via Smartphone Mirroring | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 13.0 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 4 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | - |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Difflock | Not Available | - |
| Digital Speedometer | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Manual Fold | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | Standard | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Standard | - |
| Glove Box | All Four Door Pockets | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not Available | - |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | - |
| Mirror | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Not Available | - |
| Power Socket 12v | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not Available | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not Available | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | - |
| Rim Size | 16 Inches | 14-inch wheels |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Standard | - |
| Sonar | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | - |
| Sound System | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Source Model Column | fronx | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Standard | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | - |
| Surround View Monitor | 360-Degree Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Trim Level | flagship | - |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | - |
| Vdc | Standard | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Not Available | - |
| Wireless Charger | Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | K15B | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1462 cc | 1500 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 74 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 85.1 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm | 82 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 142 Nm |
| 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 | RWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 13.0 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | 79.4 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 142.3 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | - |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Not Officially Disclosed |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.388:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 2.8 | - |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Axle Layout | FWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 5 |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 17.5 km/l | 12.66 km/l |
| City Mileage | 14.3 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Highway Mileage | 20.8 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 2 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 17.5 km/l | 12.66 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 37 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traction Control | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Alarm System | Standard | - |
| Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Speed Alert System | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Safety Rating | Not Independently Rated | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | - |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| BA | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Airbag | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Passenger Airbag | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stability Control | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| TCS | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear View Camera | 360-Degree Surround View | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 360 Degree Camera | 360-Degree Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | Standard | - |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Reverse Camera | 360-Degree Surround View | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Around View Monitor | 360-Degree Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Camera | Not Available | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | - |
| Parking Sensor | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Standard | - |
| Rear View Camera | 360-Degree Surround View | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | 360-Degree Surround View | - |
| Reversing Camera | 360-Degree Surround View | - |
| Surround View Camera | 360-Degree Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leatherette Seat Trim | Fabric |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | - |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | - |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Rear Armrest | Integrated in Seat Back | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1395 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1370 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | Not Available | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | - |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | - |
| Door Map Pockets | All Four Door Pockets | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 60:40 Split Fold | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual fore/aft and backrest |
| Fabric Seats | Leatherette Seat Trim | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Armrest Front | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Armrest Rear | Integrated in Seat Back | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 704 | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | - |
| 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 | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | 2 | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leatherette Seat Trim | - |
| Interior Colours | 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 | - |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette Seat Trim | Fabric |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Android Auto | Wired Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Navigation System | Via Smartphone Mirroring | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 9-inch Digital Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed |
| USB Ports | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wired Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed |
| FM Radio | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | - |
| Voice Recognition | Via Smartphone | - |
| AUX Input | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 9-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Standard | - |
| Infotainment Display | 9-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Rear Usb | 2 | - |
| Audio | Standard | - |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Audio System | Standard | - |
| Display Audio | 9-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 9-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | - |
| Connected Services | Standard | - |
| Voice Control | Via Smartphone | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wired Apple CarPlay | - |
| Radio | Standard | - |
| Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | - |
| DRL | LED DRLs | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | - |
| Led Headlights | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Headlights | Standard | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body-Coloured Door Handles | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Four Windows | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Manual Fold | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps | - |
| Headlamps | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlight Type | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlights | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 19 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle | 23 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 19 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 23 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 170 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 170 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | 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 | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 175R14 |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16 Inches | 14-inch wheels |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tyre Type | 195/60 R16 | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 16 Inches | 14-inch wheels |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Manual |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Standard | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wheel Material | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 16 Inches | - |
| Wheels | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Capacity | 3.7 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | - |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection | - |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Included | Service plans available |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | Service plans available |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | - |
| Service Plan | Not Included | Service plans available |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Spec | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 133 g/km | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | VVT on Intake Camshaft | - |
| 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 | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fronx | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Current South African derivative |
| Price Zar | 372900 ZAR | 239900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current South African retail price |
| Starting Price | 372900 | 239900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 372900 | 239900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Fronx and Truckmate comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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.
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What the evidence means
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Fronx vs Truckmate 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.