Maruti Dzire ZXi MT vs Maruti Fronx Delta Plus (O) MT: Which Variant To Buy?

Published On Nov 26, 2024 04:01 PM By Shreyash for Maruti Dzire

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Both cars are similarly equipped, but the Dzire ZXi offers more features like wireless phone charger and a rear parking camera over the Delta Plus (O) variant of the Fronx

The Maruti Dzire 2024 went on sale recently featuring new looks and features, along with a fresh Z series petrol engine. Given its price range, the new-generation Dzire falls into the same category as many subcompact SUVs and crossovers, including the Maruti Fronx. Let’s compare the Dzire’s 1-below-top ZXi manual variant with the Fronx’s mid-spec Delta Plus (O) manual trim in terms of specifications and features on paper.

Price

2024 Maruti Dzire ZXi MT	Maruti Fronx Delta Plus (O) MT
Rs 8.89 lakh (introductory)	Rs 8.93 lakh

Prices are ex-showroom Delhi

The Maruti Fronx’s mid-spec Delta Plus (O) trim is just Rs 4,000 more expensive than the 1-below-top ZXi variant of the 2024 Dzire.

Dimensions

Dimensions	2024 Maruti Dzire	Maruti Fronx	Difference
Length	3995 mm	3995 mm	No difference
Width	1735 mm	1765 mm	(-30 mm)
Height	1525 mm	1550 mm	(-25 mm)
Wheelbase	2450 mm	2520 mm	(-70 mm)
Boot Space	382 litres	308 litres	+74 litres

While both 2024 Dzire and Fronx are equal in terms of length, the wheelbase of the latter is longer by 70 mm.
The Fronx is 30 mm wider and 25 mm taller than the Dzire 2024.
However, the Dzire offers 74 litres of additional boot space thanks to its sedan bodystyle. That should help in carrying a couple of extra trolley bags for your weekend trips.

Powertrain Options

	2024 Maruti Dzire ZXi	Maruti Fronx Delta Plus (O)
Engine	1.2-litre 3-cylinder N/A petrol	1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol
Power	82 PS	90 PS
Torque	112 Nm	113 Nm
Transmission	5-speed MT	5-speed MT
Claimed Fuel Efficiency	24.79 kmpl	21.79 kmpl

While the new-generation Dzire is powered by a new Z series 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, the Fronx continues with Maruti’s K series 4-cylinder petrol engine, which was available on the likes of the previous-gen Swift and Dzire.
The Fronx makes 8 PS more than the Dzire, while their torque output remains almost the same.
Both are also offered with the option of a 5-speed AMT transmission.
The Dzire 2024 has a higher claimed fuel efficiency compared to the Fronx.

Maruti Fronx

Higher-spec variants of the Fronx also get the option of a 100 PS 1-litre turbo-petrol engine, provided with a choice between 6-speed MT and AT gearboxes.

Feature Highlights

Features	2024 Maruti Dzire ZXi	Maruti Fronx Delta Plus (O)
Exterior	Auto-LED projector headlights with LED DRLs LED fog lights LED tail lights Shark-fin antenna 15-inch black alloy wheels	Auto-LED multi reflector headlights LED DRLs LED tail lights 16-inch alloy wheels Shark fin antenna
Interior	Dual-tone black and beige cabin Beige seat upholstery Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel Rear centre armrest with cup holders Footwell lighting	Dual-tone black & maroon dashboard Fabric seat upholstery Rear parcel tray
Comfort and Convenience	Analogue cluster with coloured multi-information display (MID) Auto AC with rear vents Auto-up/down driver-side window Wireless phone charger Keyless entry Push-button start/stop Height-adjustable driver’s seat Tilt-adjustable steering wheel Electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs Day/Night IRVM	Analogue cluster with coloured multi-information display (MID) Automatic AC Electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs Adjustable headrests for all seats Steering mounted controls Auto-up/down driver-side window Tilt adjustable steering wheel Day/Night IRVM
Infotainment	7-inch touchscreen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 4-speaker sound system	7-inch touchscreen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 4-speaker sound system
Safety	6 airbags Electronic stability control (ESC) Rear view camera Rear parking sensors ABS with EBD Rear defogger 3-point seatbelts for all seats Seatbelt reminder for all seats Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ISOFIX child seat anchorages	6 airbags Electronic stability control (ESC) Rear parking sensors Hill hold assist 3-point seat belts for all seats Seat belt reminder for all seats ABS with EBD Rear defogger ISOFIX child seat anchorages

While both Dzire 2024 and Fronx are similarly equipped, the Dzire still gets a few more comfort and convenience features like wireless phone charger and push-button start/stop.

Maruti Fronx Delta Plus

Both variants of these cars come with a 7-inch touchscreen, a 4-speaker sound system, auto AC, and automatic headlights.
The safety kit on both 2024 Dzire and Fronx includes 6 airbags, ESC, and ABS with EBD. The Fronx, however, misses out on a rear parking camera offered in the Dzire’s ZXi variant.

Final Takeaway

2024 Maruti Dzire ZXi Front

From the above comparison, it’s clear that the 2024 Maruti Dzire not only offers more comfort and convenience features like wireless phone charger and a rear view camera, but also offers 74 litres of additional boot space to help carry extra luggage on those long trips. The Fronx, on other hand, is relatively larger in terms of dimensions, and has a slightly more powerful 4-cylinder petrol engine, however it is slightly less fuel efficient.

Both Dzire 2024 and Fronx offer comfortable ride quality, however the Fronx has a more balanced suspension setup while the Dzire is on the softer side. We recommend you test drive both the cars before making your final purchase decision. If you are looking for an SUV-like styling, along with some practical features like a higher ground clearance, the Fronx is an ideal choice. But if comfort and space are your top priorities, look no further than the Dzire.

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