Maruti Fronx Update – 6 Airbags Now Standard Across All Variants

Maruti Suzuki is stepping up its safety game. The company has now equipped its Fronx compact SUV with six airbags as standard across all variants. This update, which came into effect from 25 July, brings along a small price hike—just about 0.5 per cent on the ex-showroom price. While that might pinch a little, it’s a welcome move in terms of overall safety for all passengers, regardless of the variant.

This latest change puts the Fronx in line with other models like the Baleno, XL6, and Ertiga, which also recently received six airbags as a standard feature.

Update

The six-airbag update is part of a broader safety push from Maruti Suzuki. Back in April, the company had announced its plan to upgrade its entire product lineup to include six airbags as standard. It’s clear that Maruti is following through, one model at a time.

With the Fronx now updated, only the Ignis and the S-Presso remain on the waiting list. Given the pace at which Maruti is rolling out these updates, it’s likely just a matter of weeks before those two models are upgraded as well.

Pricing

Now, let’s talk money. The inclusion of six airbags has nudged the price of the Fronx up by about 0.5 per cent. While that might not seem like much on paper, here’s a table to show how the new pricing might look across different trims:

Variant	Previous Price (Approx.)	New Price (Approx.)
Fronx Base Model	Rs 7.46 lakh	Rs 7.50 lakh
Fronx Top Variant	Rs 13.13 lakh	Rs 13.19 lakh

These figures are estimates based on the price hike percentage, and official pricing may vary slightly by city and dealership.

Features

Besides the six airbags, the Fronx already came packed with decent safety and tech features, including ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, ESP, and hill-hold assist. Now, with six airbags becoming the new standard, even entry-level buyers get enhanced protection in case of a crash.

This is especially crucial in India, where safety standards are becoming more of a priority for car buyers.

Strategy

Maruti’s safety revamp isn’t just about the Fronx. The company is clearly looking to build a more safety-conscious brand image. And with growing competition from rivals like Hyundai, Tata, and Mahindra—who have been pushing safety features aggressively—Maruti seems to be finally catching up.

The Fronx itself was launched in 2023 and is based on the Baleno platform. It’s available with two petrol engine options and can be had with either a manual or automatic transmission. The SUV-like styling combined with hatchback-like dynamics has made it quite popular among young buyers.

What’s Next?

Now that the Fronx has received its safety update, all eyes are on the Urban Cruiser Taisor and the Rumion MPV. These are likely next in line to get the six-airbag treatment. Maruti seems committed to meeting higher safety expectations, which is a smart move in today’s market.

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