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Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 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 Current version 2025 Body style SUV
Fronx 1.5 GL MT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 303,900
On-road in
ZAR 314,533
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 303,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,300
Insurance
ZAR 2,583
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 303,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 5,388/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1462cc (1.5L) Torque:138Nm (102 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:170mm (6.7″) Power:77kW (103 bhp) Boot304L (10.7 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 18.2 km/l (43 mpg)
City 14.7 km/l (35 mpg)
Highway 21.7 km/l (51 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 5,388
Total Interest
ZAR 78,291
Total Payable
ZAR 323,291
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT

Fronx 1.5 GL MT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine produces 77 kW and 138 Nm of torque, paired with a mechanical five-speed manual transmission that allows enthusiasts to select appropriate gears for varied driving scenarios. Ground clearance of 200 millimetres is adequate for graded gravel roads without drama; serious off-road exploration beyond light farm tracks is beyond the engineering intent. The GL trim includes air conditioning for summer comfort, power steering weighted appropriately for the SUV platform, electric front windows, and a 5-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth phone connectivity. After 80,000 kilometres of ownership, Fronx GL MT models show strong reliability with no mechanical issues that differentiate from automatic variants. Entry Fronx manual — crossover styling and 170mm ground clearance at the lowest entry price in the Fronx range. Front-wheel drive variants suit metropolitan buyers. The Fronx 1.5 GL MT has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. For a buyer searching the Fronx 1.5 GL MT price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R303,900 describes the opportunity; engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm describe the conditions around it. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh range layout of Entry Fronx manual — crossover styling and 170mm ground clearance at the lowest entry price in the Fronx range against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. The useful starting points are an active listing and a South African price reference of R303,900; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Fronx 1.5 GL MT

Suzuki Fronx — Quick Facts

Suzuki Fronx Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 GL MT Base Petrol Efficiency18.2 km/l Manual ZAR 303,900
1.5 GL AT Mid Petrol Efficiency17.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 328,900
1.5 GLX MT Top Petrol Efficiency18.2 km/l Manual ZAR 352,900
1.5 GLX AT Flagship Petrol Efficiency17.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 372,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 GL MT Base Petrol Efficiency18.2 km/l Manual ZAR 303,900
1.5 GL AT Mid Petrol Efficiency17.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 328,900
1.5 GLX MT Top Petrol Efficiency18.2 km/l Manual ZAR 352,900
1.5 GLX AT Flagship Petrol Efficiency17.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 372,900
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Suzuki Fronx Specifications

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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
Body Style
SUV
Color Note
Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Midnight Blue, Lucent Orange
Dealer Stock Note
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Introduced Year
2023
Model Year
2026
Vehicle Type
SUV
Production Status
active
Segment
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
940 kg
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2025
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
Length
3995 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1550 mm
Wheelbase
2520 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
304 l
Kerb Weight
940 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1420 kg
Payload Capacity
480 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.1 m
Front Headroom
975 mm
Rear Headroom
955 mm
Front Legroom
1043 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
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
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.0 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
81.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
146.8 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
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
5
Axle Layout
FWD
Low Range
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.388:1
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
2.8
Number of Gears
5
Transmission Type
Manual
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Highway Mileage
21.7 km/l
City Mileage
14.7 km/l
Claimed Mileage
18.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
37
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
18.2 km/l
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
All Seats
Airbags
2
ABS
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
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
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
AEB
Not Available
BA
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Driver Airbag
2
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
All Seats
Seatbelt Reminder
All Seats
Side Airbags
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
TCS
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Auto Wipers
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard Reverse Camera
Cruise Control
Standard
Surround View Camera
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Standard Reverse Camera
Reverse Camera Type
Standard Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Front Camera
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Around View Monitor
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard Reverse Camera
Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Armrest Rear
Integrated in Seat Back
Armrest Front
Standard Centre Armrest
60 40 Split Seat
60:40 Split Fold
Seat Trim
Fabric
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Seat Fold Type
60:40 Split Fold
Seat Belt Warning
All Seats
Cup Holders
4
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Rear USB Ports
0
Fabric Seats
Fabric
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
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
Rear Shoulder Room
1370 mm
Front Shoulder Room
1395 mm
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Integrated in Seat Back
Interior Colours
2
Seat Material
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
Interior Trim Colour
2
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
Folding Rear Seats
60:40 Split Fold
Front Armrest
Standard Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
Integrated in Seat Back
Driver Seat
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Boot Space Seats Down
704
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
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
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Auto Dimming Irvm
Not Available
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Trim Level
base
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
Electric Folding Mirrors
Manual Fold
Unlocking
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Engine Warranty
4 Years
Front Armrest
Standard Centre Armrest
Front Power Outlet
1 x 12V Socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.5
Glovebox Cooling
All Four Door Pockets
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Variant Role
Entry or fleet-access derivative
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Four Windows
Push Button Start
Not Available
Vdc
Standard
Rear Defogger
Standard
Rear Seat Split
60:40 Split Fold
Rear Wing
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Seat Type
Fabric
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
All Seats
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Full Size Spare
Speed Alert System
Standard
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
Via Smartphone
Voice Command Support
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
12.0 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Bottle Holders
4
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard Centre Armrest
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Push Button Start
Not Available
Diff Lock
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Power Windows
All Four Windows
Difflock
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Manual Fold
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
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
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
Standard
Sonar
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Sound System
4
Source Model Column
fronx
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
704 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
704 l
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
USB Ports
2
Infotainment Screen Size
7 inches
Infotainment System
7-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
Wireless Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Smartphone Connectivity
Wired Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Display Audio
7-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
7-inch Touchscreen
Radio
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Wired Apple CarPlay
AUX Input
Not Available
Navigation System
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Multi Information Display
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Infotainment Screen
7-inch Touchscreen
Audio System
Standard
Audio Speakers
4
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
Infotainment Display
7-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
2
Audio
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
FM Radio
Standard
Voice Recognition
Via Smartphone
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch Digital Cluster
Voice Control
Via Smartphone
Roof Type
Standard Fixed Roof
Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
Sunroof Tilt
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRLs
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Exterior Colour Options
6
LED Headlamps
LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Body Type
SUV
DRL
LED DRLs
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps
Exterior Colour Options
5
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Four Windows
Exterior Mirror Folding
Manual Fold
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRLs
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Body Cladding
Plastic Side Body Cladding
Roof Rails
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
16-inch Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Door Handle Finish
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Rear Wiper
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps
Headlamps
LED
Headlight Type
LED
Headlights
LED
Front Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
Auto Headlights
Standard
Sunroof Slide
Not Available
Wing Mirror Type
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
Departure Angle
23 deg
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
0 mm
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
19 deg
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Breakover Angle
0 deg
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Approach Angle
19 deg
Departure Angle Deg
23 deg
Tyre Speed Rating
H
Wheel Material
16-inch Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
Spare Tyre
Full Size Spare
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
210 mm
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
Front Brake Disc Diameter
262 mm
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Wheel Diameter
16 Inches in
Wheels
16-inch Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Wheel Size Type
16 Inches
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Type
195/60 R16
Tyre Load Index
89
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size Spare
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Spare
Wheel Type
16-inch Alloy
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Wheel Rim Size
16 Inches
Tyre Size
195/60 R16
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Rear Track Width
1510 mm
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Track Width
1510 mm
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Approx Service Cost
Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Plan Duration
4 Years
Service Plan Distance
60000 km
Battery Warranty
12 Months
Service Plan
Not Included
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
Engine Oil Capacity
3.7 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
5
Basic Warranty
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Kilometers
200000 km
Warranty Years
5 years
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
Noise Level
68 dB
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Start Stop System
Not Available
Variable Valve Timing
VVT on Intake Camshaft
CO2 Emissions
129 g/km
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
CO2 Emissions G Km
129
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
Real-world City Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
Owner Review Count
0
Real-world City Mileage Max
8.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
6.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
4.5 l/100km
Starting Price
303900
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Price Zar
303900 ZAR
Ownership Role
Base
Starting Price Zar
303900

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Brand
Suzuki
Brand Slug
suzuki
Configuration Note
Petrol / Manual
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Suzuki
Market
South Africa
Model
Fronx
OEM URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/fronx
Variant
1.5 GL MT
Source Name
Official OEM South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/fronx
Source URL
https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/fronx
Fuel Efficiency
18.2 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
5.5 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
5.5
Combined Consumption
5.5
Average Fuel Consumption
5.5
Claimed Fuel Consumption
5.5 l/100km
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
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The interior is functional modern plastic throughout, durable but not soft-touch premium — exactly what practical SUV buyers expect. A shopper researching Fronx 1.5 GL MT should separate need from showroom appeal

City
Real-world fuel consumption averages 5.2 to 5.8 litres per 100 kilometre in mixed city and highway driving, respectable for an SUV-styled vehicle with genuine practicality. Around town, Fronx 1.5 GL MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an active listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R303,900 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Fronx 1.5 GL MT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the Fronx 1.5 GL MT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. A 5-Speed Manual transmission helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for Fronx 1.5 GL MT
Off-Road
If the Fronx 1.5 GL MT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a South African price reference of R303,900 against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. A 5-Speed Manual transmission may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Fronx 1.5 GL MT

Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT — Should You Buy It?

Fronx 1.5 GL MT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Fronx 1.5 GL MT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Petrol power and accept the limitation represented by the base trim. A fair review of Fronx 1.5 GL MT should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol, a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm and a 5-Speed Manual transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Fronx 1.5 GL MT. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Fronx 1.5 GL MT

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Manual
  • ✓Trim: base
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R303,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 77 kW @ 6000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Fronx 1.5 GL MT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Fronx 1.5 GL MT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Fronx 1.5 GL MT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Fronx 1.5 GL MT budget.
  • ✕A short Fronx 1.5 GL MT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Fronx 1.5 GL MT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Fronx 1.5 GL MT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Fronx 1.5 GL MT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Fronx 1.5 GL MT stock and support terms.

Suzuki Fronx FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT is R303,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 1.5 GL MT, 1.5 GL AT, 1.5 GLX MT, 1.5 GLX AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT is 170 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT is 1462 cc, with output shown as 77 kW (103 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL MT is around 18.2 km/l.

The interior is functional modern plastic throughout, durable but not soft-touch premium — exactly what practical SUV buyers expect. A shopper researching Fronx 1.5 GL MT should separate need from showroom appeal

Real-world fuel consumption averages 5.2 to 5.8 litres per 100 kilometre in mixed city and highway driving, respectable for an SUV-styled vehicle with genuine practicality. Around town, Fronx 1.5 GL MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Fronx 1.5 GL MT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the Fronx 1.5 GL MT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

Buyers researching the Suzuki Fronx often compare it with rivals such as Toyota Starlet Cross , LEPAS L4 , MG ZS , Toyota Urban Cruiser , Chery Tiggo 4 Cross . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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