Maruti Suzuki Fronx

File updated: 2026-06-19
Facts collected: 12
IP Ownership: foreign

Current Score

74Score

Mostly Indian (Key Imports)

Our Verdict: Most of the Fronx is made in India. The engines are built locally at Suzuki's plant in Gujarat. The main exceptions are the automatic transmission imported from Aisin in Japan, and the car's frame design licensed from Suzuki in Japan.

How it's Sourced: The Fronx is assembled in Gujarat, with engines built locally. Manual gearboxes are made in-house, and automatic options use local shifters from Magneti Marelli. Most other parts come from local suppliers, such as steering parts from JTEKT India. However, the automatic gearbox is imported from Aisin in Japan, and the frame design is licensed from Suzuki.

Findings

A vehicle is the sum of its supply chain. Each domain below represents a critical finding in our investigation.

Powertrain: The 1.2L petrol engine is manufactured in Gujarat, while the 1.0L Boosterjet turbo engine is assembled locally but uses some imported parts.; Mixed
Transmission: Manual gearboxes are built in India. Automatic gearboxes are either built in Manesar under a joint venture with Magneti Marelli, or imported from Aisin in Japan.; Mixed
Body & Chassis: The metal body frame is stamped in Gujarat using Suzuki's licensed frame design, with steering parts supplied by JTEKT India.; Indian
Electronics & ADAS: There is no automatic driver-assist system. The wiring is supplied by Motherson Sumi in India, and the touchscreen is from Clarion (Japan).; Mixed
Design & Engineering: The design of the car's frame and platform belongs completely to Suzuki in Japan, for which Maruti pays a royalty.; Foreign
Assembly & Logistics: The SUV is assembled at the factory in Hansalpur, Gujarat, with interior parts supplied by Lumax in India.; Indian

The Audit Trail

Every finding above is backed by the atomic facts below. We link to primary sources, OEM financials, and triangulated journalism.

FACT f_fronx_plant_012023-01-12
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is manufactured at the Suzuki Motor Gujarat (SMG) plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat, which serves as its primary global and domestic production base.
"This new SUV is manufactured at the Hansalpur plant of Suzuki Motor Gujarat, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Maruti Suzuki."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Global Suzuki Official News↗
FACT f_fronx_launch_012023-04-24
Maruti Suzuki officially launched the Fronx compact SUV in India on April 24, 2023, with prices starting from ₹7.46 lakh.
"Maruti Suzuki India Limited today announced the launch of its much-awaited sporty compact SUV, the FRONX, at a starting ex-showroom price of INR 7,46,500/-."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Maruti Suzuki Official Press Release↗
FACT f_fronx_eng_012019-01-28
The Suzuki Motor Gujarat (SMG) powertrain plant in Hansalpur commenced operations in January 2019, providing localized engine and transmission manufacturing capabilities.
"Suzuki Motor Gujarat Private Limited (SMG), a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation for manufacturing automobiles in India, has completed the construction of the Gujarat Plant No.2 and started production of the Swift. Powertrain Plant also started operations."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Global Suzuki Official News↗
FACT f_fronx_eng_022023-04-09
The 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo-petrol engine used in the Fronx marks a return to the Indian market through localized assembly, resolving earlier high-cost import issues.
"This model marks the return of Maruti’s 1.0-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol Boosterjet engine. First seen in the Baleno RS back in 2017, the engine was discontinued in 2020 due to poor demand and the transition to BS6 emission norms. For its reintroduction in the Fronx, Maruti Suzuki shifted to local assembly and paired the engine with a mild-hybrid system to improve efficiency and reduce costs."
Corroborated by independent automotive journalism
Autocar India↗
FACT f_fronx_trans_012023-04-09
The 6-speed automatic torque converter transmission in the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is sourced from Aisin Corporation.
"For the Boosterjet, there's also a 6-speed torque-converter automatic transmission, which is an Aisin-sourced unit."
Corroborated by independent automotive journalism
Autocar India↗
FACT f_fronx_trans_022015-10-19
Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) shifters and gearbox electronics are localized through a joint venture in Manesar, near Gurgaon.
"Magneti Marelli, through its 'Magneti Marelli Powertrain India Private Ltd.' joint venture (JV between Magneti Marelli, Maruti Suzuki and Suzuki Motor Company in force since 2007), recently inaugurated a new industrial site for the production of robotized gearboxes for automobiles, also called AMT."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Marelli Official Press Release↗
FACT f_fronx_steering_012023-05-30
JTEKT India Limited supplies steering gears (specifically manual steering gears) for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx.
"Fronx. We are supplying manual gear for that. We are present in that."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
JTEKT India Limited Q4 FY23 Earnings Call Transcript↗
FACT f_fronx_steering_022025-07-14
JTEKT India Limited manufactures column-type Electric Power Steering (C-EPS) and driveline products (Constant Velocity Joints) for Maruti Suzuki passenger cars.
"JTEKT India manufactures avant-garde auto parts such as... Column type Electric Power Steering and Driveline products... Well-established OEMs in India, including Maruti Suzuki... use JTEKT India's product line."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
JTEKT India Limited Annual Report↗
FACT f_fronx_harness_012025-08-01
Motherson Sumi Wiring India Limited (MSWIL) is the primary wiring harness partner for Maruti Suzuki's passenger platforms, manufacturing and assembling them in Haryana.
"At MSWIL, we are committed to supporting our customers across all powertrain technologies... Made in India. For India. At MSWIL, we remain deeply committed to the 'Make in India' initiative. Our teams have steadily increased localisation, especially in areas that were once dependent on imports."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Motherson Sumi Wiring India Limited Annual Report↗
FACT f_fronx_ip_012023-05-24
Maruti Suzuki pays a royalty fee of 3.5% to 3.8% of sales to Suzuki Motor Corporation in Japan for platform technology and licensing.
"Maruti Suzuki paid approximately Rs 4,200 crore in royalties to its parent company, Suzuki Motor Corporation, during the financial year 2022-23 (FY23)... For FY23, the royalty rate stood at 3.75% on revenues... Maruti Suzuki officials indicated that royalty rates for new models typically start at 5% and taper off... overall royalty payments expected to hover between 3.5% and 4%."
Corroborated by independent automotive journalism
The Financial Express↗
FACT f_fronx_plastics_012025-03-31
Lumax Auto Technologies Limited supplies interior trim, lighting assemblies, and gear shifters to Maruti Suzuki passenger vehicle platforms.
"94.05% of total input materials are directly sourced from within India... Its distinguished clientele features leading companies such as... Maruti Suzuki"
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Lumax Auto Technologies Limited BRSR↗
FACT f_fronx_export_012024-08-13
Maruti Suzuki commenced the export of the Made-in-India Fronx SUV to Japan, dispatching the first consignment of over 1,600 units on August 13, 2024, from Pipavav Port in Gujarat.
"Maruti Suzuki India has commenced exports of its 'Made-in-India' Fronx to Japan. The first consignment of over 1,600 vehicles was dispatched from Pipavav Port in Gujarat."
Primary OEM or Regulatory Source
Maruti Suzuki Official Press Release↗

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