Verdict
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM57,112 more, but that gap buys a 61.1-kWh battery, 426 km claimed range and a 172-hp, 193-Nm electric motor. It is also 280 mm longer with a 180 mm longer wheelbase, multi-link rear suspension and seven airbags. The Suzuki Fronx is the rational lower-entry choice at RM130,888: it uses a 100-hp 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol powertrain, carries a 37-litre tank and has a marginally larger 308-litre boot. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the eVitara is the more substantial SUV; without it, choose the Fronx.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you can charge at home or work and want 426 km of EV range, 172 hp and a 2,700 mm wheelbase.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you want to spend RM57,112 less and prefer a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol SUV with a 37-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki eVitara RM188,000; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Powertrain: eVitara has one 172-hp, 193-Nm electric motor; Fronx has a 1,462 cc 100-hp, 138-Nm mild-hybrid petrol engine.
- Energy storage: eVitara has a 61.1-kWh battery and 426 km range; Fronx has a 37-litre fuel tank.
- Size: eVitara is 4,275 mm long with a 2,700 mm wheelbase; Fronx is 3,995 mm long with a 2,520 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: eVitara has seven airbags and all-seat belt reminders; Fronx has six airbags and front-seat reminders only.
- Rear suspension: eVitara uses multi-links; Fronx uses a torsion beam.
eVitara
- 426 km EV range from a 61.1-kWh battery
- 172 hp and 193 Nm, with an 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Seven airbags, multi-link rear suspension and a 2,700 mm wheelbase
- RM57,112 more expensive
- 306-litre boot is 2 litres smaller
- No rear air vents, head-up display or telescopic steering adjustment
Fronx
- RM57,112 lower purchase price
- 37-litre fuel tank and mild-hybrid petrol powertrain
- 308-litre boot, rear air vents and head-up display
- 100 hp and 138 Nm fall well short of the eVitara's 172 hp and 193 Nm
- Shorter 2,520 mm wheelbase and torsion-beam rear suspension
- Six airbags and front-only seatbelt reminders
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,000 | RM130,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 193 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 61.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 426 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 67 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,275 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,788 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 306 litres | 308 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | MRF Wanderer Ecotred | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | India (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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eVitara vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Suzuki eVitara or Suzuki Fronx better?
The eVitara is better if regular charging suits your routine, bringing 426 km range, 172 hp, seven airbags and multi-link rear suspension. The Fronx is better for buyers who need petrol refuelling and a far lower upfront cost.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM57,112 more than the Suzuki Fronx. That extra spend brings the EV battery and motor, plus a longer wheelbase, seven airbags and multi-link rear suspension.
How does the eVitara charge?
The eVitara supports 7 kW AC charging and 67 kW DC charging. The Fronx does not need charging because its 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol powertrain uses a 37-litre fuel tank.
