Maruti Baleno: Premium Hatchback with Powerful Performance & Advanced Features

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Maruti Baleno : The Maruti Suzuki Baleno continues to dominate India’s premium hatchback segment with its refined engine, feature-rich cabin, and impressive mileage. Designed for middle-class families, it offers a perfect blend of style, comfort, and value. Here’s an in-depth review of its key highlights.

1. Engine & Performance

✔ 1.2L Dual Jet Petrol Engine – 88.5 BHP power & 113 Nm torque (BS6-compliant) 26.
✔ Transmission Options:

  • 5-speed Manual (22.35 kmpl)

  • 5-speed AMT (Automatic) (22.94 kmpl) 4.
    ✔ Smooth Acceleration – Ideal for city commutes and highway cruising.
    ✔ CNG Variant Available – 30.61 km/kg mileage, 76 BHP power 6.

2. Mileage & Fuel Efficiency

  • Petrol (ARAI): 22.35–22.94 kmpl

  • Real-world (City/Highway): ~19–24 kmpl 49.

  • CNG: 30.61 km/kg – Best for cost-conscious buyers 6.

3. Feature-Packed Interior

 9-inch Touchscreen – Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay 1.
Head-Up Display (HUD) – Shows speed, RPM, and alerts 1.
360-Degree Camera – For safer parking and maneuvering 1.
Cruise Control – Effortless long drives 1.
Automatic Climate Control + Rear AC Vents 5.
Suzuki Connect – 40+ smart features (remote tracking, geofence alerts) 1.

4. Safety Features

 4-Star Bharat NCAP Rating (Adult Occupant Safety) 2.
6 Airbags (Top Variant) + ABS with EBD 4.
Hill Hold Assist – Prevents rollback on inclines 1.
Rear Parking Sensors & Camera 5.

5. Exterior Design

 LED Projector Headlamps + DRLs – Premium look 5.
16-inch Alloy Wheels (Top Variants) 5.
7 Color Options – Nexa Blue, Arctic White, Opulent Red 5.

6. Variants & Pricing (Ex-Showroom)

Variant Price (₹) Key Features
Sigma (Base) 6.70 Lakh Basic features, manual transmission
Delta 7.54 Lakh Touchscreen, rear camera
Zeta 8.47 Lakh Auto AC, alloy wheels
Alpha (Top) 9.92 Lakh HUD, 360° camera, 6 airbags
CNG Variants 8.44–9.37 Lakh High fuel efficiency

8. Competition Comparison

Model Price (₹) Mileage (kmpl) Key Difference
Hyundai i20 7.5–12.5 Lakh 19–25 More powerful turbo option
Tata Altroz 6.6–10.8 Lakh 19–25 5-Star Global NCAP safety
Toyota Glanza 6.9–10.5 Lakh 22–23 Rebadged Baleno with Toyota warranty

Final Verdict: Who Should Buy It?

 Families – Spacious, safe, and fuel-efficient.
City Commuters – Light steering, smooth AMT gearbox.
Tech-Savvy Buyers – Premium features at an affordable price.

Best Variant Pick: Baleno Zeta AMT (₹8.97 Lakh) – Balances features, comfort, and value.

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