Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Fronx: The compact SUV segment has never been busier, and right now, two names keep popping up in every buyer’s shortlist, the Hyundai Venue and the Maruti Fronx. But who wins among both?
Engines and On-Road Behaviour
The Venue offers three engines: a 1.2-litre petrol, a 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel. The Fronx, on the other hand, keeps it simple. You get two petrol options, a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated and a 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo
Venue is stronger and more versatile; Fronx delivers smoother city performance and better mileage.
Cabin Feel and Features
Inside the Venue, the dashboard design is clean, materials feel premium, an 8-inch infotainment system, an air purifier, and even a sunroof in higher trims. Maruti’s Fronx 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ display is crisp. You also get a head-up display, cruise control, and six airbags on the top variant.
Hyundai edges ahead in finish and tech integration, but the Fronx matches it in day-to-day usability.
Mileage and Real-World Efficiency
The Fronx 1.2-litre version gives around 21.5 km/l, while the turbo petrol returns close to 20 km/l. The Venue petrol variants average between 18–19 km/l, with the diesel stretching up to 23 km/l.
For pure petrol economy, Fronx wins. For highway travellers, the diesel Venue makes more sense.
Price and Value for Money
The Fronx currently starts near ₹7.5 lakh and goes up to ₹13 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Venue begins around ₹7.9 lakh and tops out near ₹13.5 lakh. Hyundai’s extra engine choices and interior polish justify the premium. Venue offers more flexibility; Fronx gives better value per rupee spent.
So, who wins the race?
If you are considering a compact SUV, the Hyundai Venue offers a sturdy build, good highway performance, and features that add a touch of premium comfort. On the other hand, the Maruti Fronx focuses more on fuel efficiency, ease of driving in traffic, and relatively lower cost.
In the end, the choice depends on your personal priorities-whether you value performance and comfort or affordability and practicality.
