Maruti FRONX vs Hyundai Creta — Which One is the Better Pick?

Both the Maruti FRONX and Hyundai Creta sit in the same segment and are often on the same shortlist for buyers. They are close on price, similar in size, but quite different when you dig into the details.

Here is a full breakdown across specs, mileage, dimensions and safety to help you see those differences clearly.

Key Highlights	Maruti FRONX	Hyundai Creta
On Road Price	Rs.6.85 L*	Rs.10.79 L*
Fuel Type	Petrol	petrol
Engine (cc)	1197cc	1497cc
Transmission	Manual	Manual

Maruti FRONX

PetrolManual

carbike4u price

₹6.85 L

Hyundai Creta

petrolManual

carbike4u price

₹10.79 L

Displacement (cc)

1197

1497

Fuel Type

Petrol

petrol

Max Power (bhp)

88.5

113.18

Max Torque (Nm)

113

143.8

Transmission

Manual

Drive Type

FWD

Pros & Cons

Maruti FRONX

Things We Like

•Attractive styling: Looks muscular, but also sporty with its sloping roofline.
•Spacious and practical cabin: Good storage spaces and space for four adults.
•Multiple powertrains: Offer a choice between smooth and exciting petrol engines.
•Covers the basics: Keyless entry, climate control, steering mounted controls, and cruise control.
•Plush ride: Good comfort over regular, bad or even rough roads.
•190mm ground clearance boosts confidence in new drivers.
•Easy to drive in the city and stable at high speeds.

Things We Don't Like

•Rear seat headroom: Sloping roofline limits space for tall passengers.
•No diesel engine option — available with Venue, Nexon and Sonet.
•Misses out on a few feel-good features: sunroof, leatherette upholstery, ventilated seats.

Hyundai Creta

Things We Like

•Improved styling: New design with bold grille and LED lights looks more modern and premium
•Feature-loaded: Gets ADAS 360-degree camera panoramic sunroof and advanced tech
•Multiple engine options: Petrol diesel and turbo engines with different gearbox choices
•Comfortable and practical: Good space ride quality and daily usability
•Good performance balance: Engines offer a mix of power and fuel efficiency

Things We Don't Like

•Shallow boot space: Shape of boot makes it less practical for big luggage
•Limited automatic options: Some engine variants have fewer automatic choices
•Interior quality average: Cabin has hard plastics in many areas
•Safety not fully proven: Latest model not fully tested by crash agencies

Maruti FRONX vs Hyundai Creta — What the Numbers Tell You

The Maruti FRONX and Hyundai Creta are two of the more talked-about options in the segment in India right now. Both have their own strengths and both attract a similar kind of buyer — someone who wants a well-rounded car without spending too much.

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Maruti FRONX vs Hyundai Creta — Which One is the Better Pick?

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Maruti FRONX

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Things We Don't Like

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Things We Don't Like

Maruti FRONX vs Hyundai Creta — What the Numbers Tell You

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