Maruti Suzuki Fronx Gets Six Airbags as Standard; Prices Now Start at ₹7.59 Lakh
Maruti Suzuki has updated the Fronx compact SUV by adding six airbags as standard across all variants, further strengthening its commitment to safety. This development follows closely on the heels of the Maruti XL6 receiving the same update, signaling the brand’s push toward equipping its vehicles with enhanced safety features ahead of the government’s expected airbag mandate.
New Safety Update: Six Airbags Now Standard on Fronx
The Maruti Fronx, one of the brand’s newest offerings in the subcompact SUV space, now comes with six airbags standard across the lineup. This move makes the Fronx one of the few vehicles in its segment to offer this level of occupant protection, aligning with evolving customer expectations and upcoming safety regulations.
Maruti Fronx Price Hike – July 2025
Alongside the safety update, Maruti Suzuki has revised the pricing of the Fronx, with prices now ranging from ₹7.59 lakh to ₹12.95 lakh (ex-showroom). The hike represents a modest 0.5% increase across most variants. The price adjustment reflects the additional cost of safety upgrades and positions the Fronx competitively against rivals offering similar features.
Maruti’s Safety Push: What’s Next?
A senior Maruti Suzuki official recently stated that 97% of Maruti’s passenger vehicle portfolio now features six airbags as standard. The remaining models—S-Presso, Ignis, and Ciaz—have not been updated yet. Here’s what’s happening with them:
- Maruti Ciaz: Expected to be discontinued soon, as the model hasn’t received any major update in years.
- Maruti S-Presso & Ignis: Likely to miss out on six airbags due to affordability constraints in their entry-level segments.
Maruti Cars with Six Airbags (as of July 2025)
- Fronx
- XL6
- Baleno
- Ertiga
- Alto K10
- Eeco
- Brezza
- Wagon R
- Celerio
This roll-out is in anticipation of a pending government regulation that may soon mandate six airbags as standard in all passenger cars sold in India.
FAQs: Maruti Suzuki Fronx Six Airbags & Price Hike
Q1. Does the Maruti Fronx now come with six airbags in all variants?
Yes, Maruti Suzuki has made six airbags standard across all variants of the Fronx as of July 2025.
Q2. What is the new price range for the Maruti Fronx?
The updated ex-showroom price of the Fronx ranges from ₹7.59 lakh to ₹12.95 lakh, following a minor price hike of around 0.5%.
Q3. Why did Maruti increase prices for the Fronx?
The price hike reflects the cost of adding standard safety features like six airbags, along with inflationary and input cost pressures.
Q4. Will other Maruti models also get six airbags?
Most have already been updated. Models like the Ciaz, Ignis, and S-Presso are the few remaining, with the Ciaz expected to be phased out soon.
Q5. Is the Fronx still a good value after the price hike?
Yes. With six airbags now standard, the Fronx offers enhanced safety, making it a better value proposition in the compact SUV market.
