Maruti Fronx and Toyota Taisor are basically twin models built on the same platform. The Fronx is a stylish crossover from Maruti's NEXA lineup, while the Taisor is a rebadged version of Toyota's with a slightly premium appeal. Both cars attract young buyers who want sporty looks, good mileage and features.
Talking about the price, Maruti Fronx starts from ₹ 6.85 lakh and goes up to ₹ 11.98 lakh for the top variant. Toyota Taisor is a bit expensive. It starts from ₹7.25 lakh and goes up to ₹12.63 lakh for the top variant. The Taisor benefits from Toyota's superior service and resale value, while the Fronx offers value for money. Let us know which of the two would be a more profitable deal to buy?
Design and interior
The Fronx looks sportier and younger with a sloping roofline, sharp LED DRLs and muscular styling. Taisor has Toyota's family front grille, different LED headlamps and some chrome elements, which make it look a little bigger and premium. The side and rear profiles of both are quite similar, but the unique alloy wheels of Taisor give it a different identity. Overall, the Fronx looks more dynamic, while the Taiso has a mature appeal.
The cabins of both are almost identical. Black-brown dual tone, 9-inch touchscreen, good space and comfortable seats. The only difference in Taisor is the Toyota logo on the steering wheel. Quality is decent but hard plastics are present. There is good leg room and headroom on the rear seats. Boot space is same in both at 308 litres. The cabin of Taisor could offer slightly better fit-finish and premium feel.
Features and safety
Both have features like 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 360° camera (top variant), heads-up display, wireless charging, cruise control, rear AC vents and Arkamys audio. Taisor may get additional premium touches in some variants. The features are almost equal, but if you choose the loaded variant, both offer great value.
For safety, both have 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, hill hold and ISOFIX as standard. Fronx has got 1-star in Global NCAP (based on some past tests). The safety of the Taisor is also similar, but it has the added benefit of the reliability of the Toyota brand. Both have 360° cameras and other aids available in the upper variants.
Engine and Mileage
Both mainly have 1.2 liter 4-cylinder petrol engine (89-90 PS, 113 Nm) and 1.0 liter turbo-petrol (100 PS, 147.6 Nm) options. CNG variant is also available. The performance is almost the same. It can be bought for easy driving both in the city and on the highway. The mileage of both is around 22 KMPL in petrol and 28 KMKG in CNG.