ISLAMABAD: Suzuki has officially launched its highly anticipated new crossover, the Fronx, in the Pakistani market. The vehicle was first showcased at the Pakistan Auto Show, where it received an enthusiastic response from automotive enthusiasts.
It is believed that by launching the new crossover car model, Suzuki will be able to establish itself further in the crossover and SUV segments. The experts feel that this will increase competition in the segment.
There are four types of the Fronx models with petrol and mild hybrid engines available:
- Petrol GL manual: PKR 5,999,999
- Petrol GL automatic: PKR 6,099,999
- Mild-hybrid GLX monotone: PKR 6,299,999
- Mild-hybrid GLX two-tone: PKR 6,374,999
According to Suzuki, the Fronx is a sporty XUV and comes above Suzuki Swift in terms of category. It competes against cars that come below the Honda HR-V and Toyota Corolla Cross, and against the likes of Kia Stonic and JAC J5.
The analysts in the auto industry have suggested that for the success of the Fronx in Pakistan, pricing, safety, and entertainment technology play a crucial role.
MG ushers in a new era of Hybrid vehicles in Pakistan
Similarly, MG Motors Pakistan has unveiled its latest addition to its product line-up in the form of the all-new MG HS in two exciting variants called Hybrid Plus and Super Hybrid variants. With this move, MG has taken another step forward in terms of technology and design, establishing itself as an important player in the country’s burgeoning NEV sector.
MG held the unveiling ceremony for the new car at its Lahore plant where the company unveiled two new variants of the vehicle meant to meet the changing demands of eco-conscious customers in the country.
Mr. Xiao, CEO of MG, was present on the occasion and talked enthusiastically about MG’s efforts in offering innovative products to Pakistani consumers. “Our efforts in promoting NEVs began in 2020, and now with our new models like the MG HS, we aim to increase our efforts even further,” he said. The CEO also emphasized the new design elements offered by the latest model.
The two types of hybrids, namely the Hybrid Plus and the Super Hybrid, are both designed using the most recent generation technology. The former is an old-school hybrid but with a contemporary touch. The latter is the plug-in hybrid that possesses the unique feature of driving up to 135 kilometers only using the battery.
In response to this move, a senior official of SAIC Motors said, “Pakistan remains our most important strategic market. We now see the necessity for electric mobility, fuelled by the rising popularity of solar energy use in the country.”
Through the release of these hybrid models, it is clear that the company, through its MG brand, will establish itself in the new energy vehicle sector in Pakistan.
