BMW 440I vs Suzuki Fronx
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BMW 440I

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2020 price

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Suzuki Fronx

$28,990 - $29,990

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Summary

2020 BMW 440I

2026 Suzuki Fronx

By Justin Hilliard

By Chris Thompson

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 6, 3.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

6.8L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

'Old' multimedia system is still great
Superb engine-transmission combo
Sublime ride and handling balance

Simple and easy
Light weight dynamics
Convincing value

Dislikes

Limited in-cabin storage options
Substandard warranty
New-generation model due soon

Interior looks outdated
Unimpressive mild-hybrid
It’s called 'Fronx'

2020 BMW 440I Summary

Life comes at you fast, especially in the automotive industry, where model lifecycles are becoming shorter as each new generation comes and goes.

Take the BMW 4 Series for instance. It’s been a segment stalwart since 2013, but the current model’s time in the sun is finally coming to an end a little later this year.

And that got us thinking whether or not the old saying rings true in this context. So, we put the flagship 440i coupe to test to find out if the older you get, the wiser you are.

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2026 Suzuki Fronx Summary

If there’s one brand that can lay claim to be the best in the ‘cheap and cheerful’ category, it’s probably Suzuki. Not only have its cars been consistently affordable and basic, but also broadly loved by owners.

Now, with small SUVs becoming more and more prominent, Suzuki is bringing a new sub-$30K hybrid light SUV to the market - the Fronx.

Weird name aside, the Fronx promises a fair bit on paper. But can it deliver on the road? We jumped in for a quick spin at its Australian launch to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2020 BMW 440I 2026 Suzuki Fronx

Verdict

Is now the right time to buy a 4 Series coupe? With the next-generation model a matter of months away, probably not.

That said, those buyers who decide to park a new ‘old’ 4 Series coupe in their driveway will be very pleased with their purchase.

At the end of the day, the current-generation model is still a cracking sports-luxury coupe, and more so when in 440i form. It’s just that good.

Verdict

If you’re considering a small car, particularly if an SUV is the goal, a Suzuki should in most cases be on the shopping list. Back-to-basics motoring is key to the brand’s identity. Its most popular model is a tiny ladder-frame 4X4, for example. Hi Jimny.

The Fronx doesn’t break new ground in any practical sense, but it does come in with a decent price and list of features that should sway plenty of small-car fans in the showroom.

It’s decent to look at, comfortable for the segment, and easy to get used to and drive. The numerical rating on this review betrays just how likeable the car is.

It’s not extremely refined and it starts to lose its dynamic shine on rough roads, but in an urban setting the Fronx should excel.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with meals provided.

BMW 440I vs Suzuki Fronx What's the difference?

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BMW 440I vs Suzuki Fronx
What's the difference?