Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Fronx and the Volkswagen Golf GTI side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is available at ₹684,998, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx comes with a 1197 cc (1.2L) unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 73.6 kW@5500rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx versus 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc (1.2L) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L K-Series (Petrol) | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol+CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT, 5-Speed AMT, 6-Speed AT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (1.2L) / 3 (1.0L Turbo) | 4 |
| Power | 73.6 kW@5500rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 147.6@2000 | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 308 litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 965–1060 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm • Width: 1765 mm • Height: 1550 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Digital (variant-wise) | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (select variants) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 6-speaker premium audio | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| USB Ports | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (higher variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueOpulent RedArctic WhiteEarthen BrownSplendid SilverGrandeur GreyBluish BlackEarthen Brown with Bluish Black RoofSplendid Silver with Bluish Black RoofOpulent Red + Black | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
