Head-to-head · Formula-backed · Updated July 2026
Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Quick answer
Hyundai Venue is the stronger all-round pick on DriveScope's scored axes (5-1). Maruti Suzuki Fronx has the ownership-cost edge by about ₹3.21L over 5 years. The clearest difference is safety, where Venue leads.
Hyundai Venue leads on more scored axes (5–1). On estimated 5-year ownership (Delhi, 12,000 km/yr), Maruti Suzuki Fronx is cheaper by about ₹3.21L.
Hyundai
Venue
- Ex-showroom
- ₹7.94L–₹15.82L
- Peak power
- 120 PS
- Real-world mileage
- ~17.1 km/l
- 5-yr running cost ~ preview
- ~₹11.98L
Maruti Suzuki
Fronx
- Ex-showroom
- ₹7.51L–₹13.04L
- Peak power
- 100 PS
- Real-world mileage
- ~16.2 km/l
- 5-yr running cost ~ preview
- ~₹8.77L
Running-cost edge: Maruti Suzuki Fronx saves about ₹3.21L over 5 years in our baseline model. Open the running cost calculator with your city for a tighter number.
Recommended variants for this comparison
Venue benchmark
Hyundai Venue SX 1.5D
- Price
- ₹14.40L
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Gearbox
- MT
Balanced mid-trim benchmark; upgrade only if the top features matter to you.
Fronx benchmark
Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta+ AMT
- Price
- ₹8.88L
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Gearbox
- AMT
Balanced mid-trim pick used for the ownership-cost edge on this page.
5-year running cost by city
| City | Venue | Fronx | Lower cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ~₹11.98L | ~₹8.77L | Fronx by ₹3.21L |
| Mumbai | ~₹12.25L | ~₹9.21L | Fronx by ₹3.04L |
| Bengaluru | ~₹12.19L | ~₹9.13L | Fronx by ₹3.06L |
Uses the recommended benchmark variants above, 12,000 km/year, fuel, insurance, service, tyres and value loss.
Six scored axes (1–10)
| Axis | Venue | Fronx | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 4.2 | 3.9 | Venue |
| Efficiency | 6.9 | 6.5 | Venue |
| Safety | 6.6 | 2.1 | Venue |
| Features | 7.4 | 7.2 | Venue |
| Space | 4.9 | 4.1 | Venue |
| Ownership cost | NaN | NaN | Fronx |
Scores normalize each axis across the full DriveScope catalog. Ownership inverts estimated 5-year cost.
Choose Venue if…
Choose the Hyundai Venue if you prioritise safety and space and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: Three engine choices incl. diesel
- +Three engine choices incl. diesel
- +Feature list mirrors the Creta playbook
- +Light controls, easy city car
Choose Fronx if…
Choose the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you prioritise balanced overall packaging and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Attractive coupe-SUV styling and stance
- +Attractive coupe-SUV styling and stance
- +Punchy 1.0 turbo engine with torque converter AT
- +Frugal mileage and excellent ride comfort
Venue vs Fronx — FAQs
Which is cheaper to own — Venue or Fronx?+
Maruti Suzuki Fronx is cheaper to own by about ₹3.21L over 5 years in our Delhi / 12,000 km model (fuel, insurance, maintenance, tyres, depreciation).
Venue vs Fronx — who has better mileage?+
Best real-world FE in our catalog: Venue ~17.1 km/l equivalent vs Fronx ~16.2. Actual figures vary by fuel (petrol/diesel/CNG/EV) and city traffic.
What is the price difference between Venue and Fronx?+
Hyundai Venue starts around ₹7.94L (ex-showroom); Maruti Suzuki Fronx from ₹7.51L. Top trims reach ₹15.82L and ₹13.04L respectively.
Who wins performance — Venue or Fronx?+
Peak power: Venue 120 PS vs Fronx 100 PS. Our performance axis (power-to-weight + 0–100) scores 4.2 vs 3.9.
Should I buy the Venue or the Fronx?+
Choose the Hyundai Venue if you prioritise safety and space and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: Three engine choices incl. diesel Choose the Maruti Suzuki Fronx if you prioritise balanced overall packaging and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Attractive coupe-SUV styling and stance