2025 Suzuki Fronx Review

It touches down here in Australia in a single, highly-specified variant that has received a sharp styling package, overhauled technology inside the cabin and a range of new safety features bundled in.

With no shortage of rivals in the small SUV segment, however, the Suzuki Fronx has a tough gig to increase Suzuki's market share, though with a particularly sharp price tag, it hits the ground running.

Just how good is the Suzuki Fronx, then, and how does it stack up against its compact SUV rivals? Let's take a closer look to find out.

Suzuki Fronx Competition

How Much Does It Cost?

Suzuki has introduced the MY25 Fronx range to Australia in a single variant.

Prices for the sole Fronx variant stand at $28,990 before on-road costs.

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What Features Does the Suzuki Fronx Have?

The Suzuki Fronx comes riding on a set of 16-inch alloys and picks up reflector LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry with push-button start, a head-up display, cloth and leatherette upholstery, heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

In addition, the Fronx comes packed with an electric parking brake, power-folding mirrors, a surround-view monitor with front & rear parking sensors, a wireless charging pad, a 4.2-inch instrument cluster, a height-adjustable front seat and a removable luggage board.

Fronx buyers also get an impressive stack of active safety tech that we'll be covering later in this piece.

Suzuki Fronx Connectivity & Infotainment Features

The Fronx stands strong in the cut-price compact SUV segment when it comes to in-car technology.

That's because Suzuki has given the Fronx a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system sitting proudly atop the dashboard which, for the money, is bang-on.

Suzuki’s 9.0-inch display ticks important boxes when it comes to brightness levels and while it’s not the biggest or fastest display in the segment, it's impossible to complain at this price point.

The Fronx picks up a pair of USB-A ports and a sole USB-C port as well as a six-speaker sound system.

Does the Suzuki Fronx Have Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto?

Buyers will be pleased to know that the Suzuki Fronx offers wireless smartphone mirroring for both iOS and Android users.

The Fronx's 9.0-inch infotainment system can be paired wirelessly with your iPhone or Android phone via wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

This means you can climb aboard with your phone in your pocket or place it down on the wireless charging pad while soaking up your tunes, making calls or using your preferred navigation app.

Is the Suzuki Fronx Comfortable to Drive?

The Suzuki Fronx ticks all the important boxes for a small SUV.

Namely, it's an incredibly easy package to drive around the urban jungle - perhaps the most important consideration for a compact SUV.

It is, however, far from a performer when you flatten the throttle.

That's because Suzuki has given the Fronx a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol with a 12-volt mild-hybrid system under the bonnet, which is modest in its performance, to put it kindly.

Suzuki's 1.5-litre four-pot kicks out 76kW of power and 137Nm of torque to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic.

Thanks to a lightweight steering rack and agile handling from the relatively lightweight platform, the Fronx feels nice and nimble on its feet, which counteracts the somewhat underwhelming power on tap.

Combined with a nice, compact turning circle, the Fronx is a particularly user-friendly package when you're tackling tight car parks in town or navigating your way through traffic.

The ride around town is on par for the segment, though Suzuki's suspension hardware is a little overwhelmed when pushing the Fronx on a country road, with some noticeable bounciness to the ride.

The Fronx eats up sharper bumps around town, though, obviously preferring to keep its toes clean around town.

For what it’s worth, though, there’s 170mm worth of ground clearance and some wheel arch protection that gives it some versatility for the segment, but there's no mistaking this for a more urban-friendly Jimny.

All up, Suzuki has done well to keep the Fronx an incredibly user-friendly package that is approachable, predictable and easy to pilot, particularly around town.

Is it Fuel Efficient?

Suzuki's mild-hybrid engine gives the Fronx some particularly solid fuel economy figures.

The company says on a combined cycle, the Fronx consumes 4.9L per 100km, which puts it ahead of some of the biggest names in the segment on the efficiency front.

Suzuki's mild-hybrid system features a 12-volt integrated starter generator that captures energy lost while braking and provides some minor assistance to the engine.

The Fronx emits a claimed 113 grams of CO2 per kilometre, comes equipped with a 37-litre fuel tank and can drink 91 RON fuel.

Is it Practical and Spacious?

Climb aboard and the Suzuki Fronx presents a pretty familiar interior design, though it offers some serious practicality for the segment.

The layout is very conventional and reminiscent of Suzuki's other vehicles in the lineup, though the bigger 9.0-inch display and head-up display certainly help to give it more of a modern edge.

In terms of the fundamentals, forward visibility marks are strong for the segment.

There's more than enough headroom to welcome tall drivers and front passengers without feeling cramped, while the leatherette-upholstered seats feel nice and offer some considerable side bolstering without being too restrictive.

While many of its rivals have forgone physical switchgear in favour of touchscreen-dominated controls, Suzuki has stuck with an array of real buttons for you to poke and prod.

In spite of the extra buttons, the dashboard design is reasonably uncluttered, straightforward and ergonomic to reach for when you're behind the wheel.

There is, however, a mass of uninspiring black plastic trim which hints at its cut-price design, though thankfully, there is some soft-touch leatherette on the door sills and armrests to welcome your elbows on a long drive.

Storage options in the front of the cabin aren't segment-leading, though the Fronx covers the basics with a wireless charging pad and a pair of cupholders at the base of the centre console, as well as a small recess and some added storage in a small cubby under the armrest.

There’s also the usual suspects, like a glovebox in front of the passenger's seat and some decent-sized bottle holders hiding inside the door sills.

Move to the rear and the Fronx platform begins to hit a stronger, more confident stride.

While many in the small SUV segment are effectively glorified two-seaters, the Fronx offers a usable second row that is among the biggest of its peers.

There's enough space for adults to squeeze into the rear of the cabin, even behind a pretty leggy driver.

This in and of itself is quite the achievement and shows just how effective Suzuki has been when it comes to extracting real estate in the second row.

Headroom isn’t amazing for tall rear occupants, though you're unlikely to hear any complaints from kids seated back here.

Amenities in the second row are scarce, with just a USB-A and USB-C port and door bins on offer.

For parents, the Fronx comes fitted with a pair of ISOFIX anchors and top tether mounts on the seatbacks, with relatively easy access into the cabin and stacks of room for bulky seats thanks to a nice gap between the front and rear pews.

All up, while cheap trim elements dominate the cabin itself, the Fronx does extremely well in the segment when it comes to accommodating people for such a stout little package.

How Big is the Suzuki Fronx's Boot?

The Suzuki Fronx hits par for the course when it comes to boot space.

With five seats in play, there’s a pretty compact 304L worth of boot space on offer, which certainly doesn't lead the segment, but trumps a number of key rivals.

Fold down the rear seats and you'll unlock up to 1,009L worth of real estate.

The Fronx’s second row seats fold forward in a 60:40 split, with a luggage blind and some recesses inside sides of the boot to ensure loose items aren't rolling around.

There's some under-floor storage on offer, too, though this comes at the expense of a spare tyre, with Suzuki bundling in a tyre repair kit, instead.

Is it Safe?

Suzuki has thrown in a generous list of safety tech into the Fronx.

As standard, buyers pick up AEB with pedestrian, motorcyclist and cyclist detection as well as adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts and lane-keep assistance.

You also pick up a surround-view monitor with front & rear parking sensors, traffic sign recognition and curtain airbags inside the cabin.

At the time of writing, the Suzuki Fronx remains unrated by ANCAP.

What Warranty does the Suzuki Fronx Come With?

Suzuki offers Fronx buyers a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty alongside a capped-price servicing package.

Five years’ worth of capped-price servicing for the Fronx is priced at $2,005 for the majority of Australia, while it's priced slightly cheaper at $1,915 for those maintaining it in Queensland.

Service intervals for the Suzuki Fronx range stand at 12 months or 15,000 kilometres, whichever elapses first.

Our Verdict: Is the Suzuki Fronx Worth it?

The Suzuki Fronx is a great addition to the small SUV segment that stands confidently on its feet thanks to sharp pricing, lengthy equipment lists and a particularly practical interior design.

While it doesn't offer the most eye-catching interior design, Suzuki has done well to ensure the Fronx remains competitive in arguably one of the most fiercely contested segments of the market.

It's not particularly dynamic on the road, though the Fronx is undeniably user-friendly, which makes it a great tool of choice for tackling the urban jungle while sipping fuel responsibly.

As a result, we think any small SUV shortlist wouldn't be complete without a mention of the Suzuki Fronx.

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Five Suzuki Fronx Specs You Need to Know

1. Five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty

2. 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol + 12-volt mild hybrid system

3. Front-wheel drive with a six-speed automatic transmission

4. 4.9L per 100km fuel economy figures

5. 304 - 1,009L boot space