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Maruti Suzuki Car
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
The roomiest hatchback Maruti sells, with a strong 1.2-litre engine and sedan-sized boot.
On sale ₹6.1 lakh – ₹8.8 lakh Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Price
- ₹6.1 lakh – ₹8.8 lakh
- Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Mileage
- 23 kmpl
- Engine
- 1197 cc
- Power
- 89 bhp
- Torque
- 113 Nm
- Height
- 1500 mm
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
- Seats
- 5
- Boot space
- 318 L
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Gearbox
- Manual / Automatic
Price
Ex-showroom price
₹6.1 lakh - ₹8.8 lakh
Delhi NCR
Launched May 2025
Range spread ₹6.1 lakh – ₹8.8 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Baleno variant prices
| Variant | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| Sigma petrol manual Steel wheels · Manual air conditioning | ₹6.1 lakh |
| Delta petrol manual Touchscreen infotainment · Alloy wheels | ₹6.9 lakh |
| Zeta petrol manual Rear wiper and washer · Cruise control | ₹7.6 lakh |
| ZXi petrol manual 360-degree camera · Keyless entry | ₹8.2 lakh |
| ZXi+ AGS petrol automatic Automated manual gearbox · Heads-up display · Alloy wheels | ₹8.8 lakh |
Prices are ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates — not official or live quotations. Confirm current prices with the manufacturer and a dealer.
Mileage and fuel use
Published mileage
23 km/l
Fuel economy varies with traffic, speed, load, road conditions and maintenance. A published figure is not a promise of real-world consumption.
Performance and powertrain
Engine
1197 cc · 4 cylinders
- Maximum power
- 89 bhp at 6000 rpm
- Maximum torque
- 113 Nm at 4400 rpm
Specifications
Engine and performance
| Engine | 1197 cc, 4-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Max power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Max torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Mileage | 23 kmpl |
| Gearbox | Manual / Automatic |
Chassis and safety
| Seat capacity | 5 persons |
|---|---|
| Boot space | 318 litres |
| Suspension | MacPherson strut front, torsion beam rear |
| Brakes | Ventilated disc front, drum rear |
| Tyres | 185/55 R16 |
| Safety equipment | Six airbags, ABS with EBD and stability control standard; three-star Global NCAP adult score |
Dimensions
| Length | 3990 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1745 mm |
| Height | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
Figures without a named source document are unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates, not official specifications. Confirm current numbers with the manufacturer.
What to know about the Baleno
The Baleno occupies an odd middle ground: it is badged and priced as a hatchback but is long enough, wide enough and deep enough inside to do sedan duty for a family of four. The 1.2-litre dual-injection petrol engine makes 89 bhp, the most power in the segment without a turbo, and it pulls cleanly from 60 km/h in the middle of the gearbox without needing a downshift to stay in the conversation.
Space is where the case gets built. There is genuine knee room in the second row, the door bins swallow large bottles, and the boot swallows 318 litres of luggage, more than a few sedans of similar cost. Top trims add a heads-up display, a 360-degree camera and wireless charging, which puts the options list within touching distance of compact SUVs that cost two lakh more.
The trade-off is that refinement is good but never quiet, and safety is the weakest part of the argument: a three-star Global NCAP adult score sits well behind the Tata offerings, and the structure carries six airbags rather than out-performing them in the test. Buy the ZXi or ZXi+ and the Baleno remains one of the sensible values in the market; buy the base Sigma and you are paying mostly for sheet metal.
- Segment-leading 318-litre boot
- Six airbags fitted as standard
- 23 kmpl claimed economy
Features
Convenience
- 360-degree camera
- Wireless phone charging
- Heads-up display
- Rear parking camera
Interior
- 9-inch touchscreen
- Automatic climate control
- Push-button start
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Safety
- Six airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic stability control
- Hill hold assist
Pros and cons
What we like
- More cabin and boot space than any hatch rival
- Standard six airbags across the range
- Service and parts costs stay low
What we would change
- Three-star crash score lags the segment
- Road noise intrudes on rough tarmac
- Base Sigma is plainly equipped
Editorial rating
How it scores
4.1/5
Overall score across 7 rated dimensions
MotoSutra editorial rating: 4.1 out of 5
Lowest rated
Safety
3.4/5
Build quality, safety features & ratings
- Performance Power, acceleration & driving dynamics 4.1/5 Very strong
- Features Tech, convenience & equipment 4.1/5 Very strong
- Design Looks, presence & styling 4.0/5 Very strong
- Safety Build quality, safety features & ratings 3.4/5 Average
- Interior Space, materials & practicality 4.1/5 Very strong
- Efficiency Mileage / range & running costs 4.5/5 Excellent
- Comfort Ride quality & long-drive comfort 4.0/5 Very strong
The roomiest hatchback Maruti sells, with a strong 1.2-litre engine and sedan-sized boot.
MotoSutra editorial rating on a 5-point scale. Rated across 7 dimensions; unscored dimensions are omitted.
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What is the price of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
MotoSutra’s unverified catalogue lists the Baleno from ₹6.10 lakh to ₹8.80 lakh ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, across five variants.
What is the Baleno’s mileage?
The claimed figure for the manual petrol is 23 kmpl, with MotoSutra estimating 16-18 kmpl and more on a steady highway run.
Is the Baleno safer than the Swift?
On paper the equipment is similar: six airbags, ABS with EBD and stability control are standard. Both carry a three-star Global NCAP adult score in this listing, so neither leads the segment on structure.
Which Baleno variant offers the best value?
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