Therefore, as for the budget versions, the Toyota Taisor and Maruti Suzuki Fronx are for those who require compact SUVs with a balance of style, features, and affordability. This comparison below is about some key points based on the following: price, engine options, mileage, features, and value as well.
1. Price
Toyota Taisor: Could be between ₹7.50 lakh – ₹11.50 lakh (estimated).
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: ₹7.46 lakh to ₹13.13 lakh (ex-showroom).
However, the base variants of both these models will be priced at the same cost, and they will compete with each other competitively in the compact SUV segment.
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2. Engine Options
Toyota Taisor: Expected to feature two engine options
1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine
1.0L turbo petrol engine, better suited for more performance enthusiasts
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: The same engine configurations
1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine
1.0L Booster jet turbo petrol engine, which is marginally more powerful than the Taisor counterpart
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3. Mileage
Toyota Taisor: Estimated to have a mileage of about 18-22 km according to the variant and conditions.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: It can return approximately 20-22 kmpl for the 1.2L petrol model and 18-20 kmpl for the 1.0L turbo petrol engine.
Both are relatively miserly on fuel, with Maruti carrying a small margin ahead in terms of mileage, especially with its refined Booster jet engine.
4. Features
Toyota Taisor:
Expected to get a 7-9 inch touchscreen infotainment system.
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay connectivity.
ABS, EBD, dual airbags and rear parking sensors as standard safety features.
Some of the variants will share LED lighting, automatic climate control, and connected car features.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx:
The top versions receive a 9-inch Smart Play Pro+ touchscreen infotainment system.
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity
Dual airbags and ABS with EBD feature as standard. ESP with hill-hold assist is offered in higher variants.
LED DRLs, projector headlights, and alloy wheels mid-level variants onwards.
Between the two cars, although the two have comparable features, the Fronx’s infotainment system and another better-positioned tech may give it an edge.
5. Interior & Space
Toyota Taisor: The car is almost sure to concentrate on interior practicality and spacious cabin design in line with the trend established by Toyota in a lot of more comfort-oriented aspects built to last.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Modern and premium cabin with dual-tone finish; More usable rear seat space; about 308 litres of boot capacity.
6. Ride & Handling
Toyota Taisor: This should offer a comfortable ride with handling balanced for the urban wayfaring and occasional high highway crossing.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx: Light steering makes it a great car for city maneuvering but stable on highways too.
Verdict
Toyota Taisor: For the brand-conscious who still don’t mind a reliable and balanced entry-level model. This will edge over its brethren in terms of durability and after-sales service.
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is for those who need better fuel economy, a feature-rich modern cabin, and more than decent and far-reaching service networks. It’s a pretty great value proposition, especially when the turbo engine is fitted for those wanting a bit of that little extra oomph.
Both are pretty good options in the compact SUV segment, and it comes down to specific preference-brand loyalty, slightly better features going for the Fronx, or maybe even better long-term reliability in the Tailor.
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