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Maruti Suzuki Baleno review: what owners and experts say
Based on 112 statements from 8 owner and expert reviews · Updated
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno costs ₹5.98 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom in India across 11 variants, sold with petrol and CNG powertrains. Reviewers are most positive about its rear seat space, seat comfort and ADAS driver assistance. Here is the full picture, with the actual words reviewers used.
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹5.98 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh
- Variants
- 11
- Fuel
- Petrol, CNG
- Seating
- 5
Maruti Suzuki Baleno price and engine options in India
Ex-showroom prices run from ₹5.98 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh. On-road prices depend on your city, so check them before you commit.
| Fuel | Gearbox | Engine | Power / torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Manual (5-Speed) | 1.2L Z12E, 1197 cc | 82bhp@5700rpm / 112.4Nm@4500rpm |
| Petrol | Automatic (5-Speed AMT) | 1.2L Z12E, 1197 cc | 82bhp@5700rpm / 112.4Nm@4500rpm |
| CNG | Manual (5-Speed) | 1.2L Z12E S-CNG, 1197 cc | 69bhp@5700rpm / 101.8Nm@2900rpm |
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What owners and experts like about the Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Rear seat space
Strongly positivebased on 5 reviews
“It is a bigger car overall, it has a better wheelbase as well so space inside is quite nice, knee room is very good, head room is definitely better than the Swift, and seating three at the back will be an ease”
Seat comfort
Strongly positivebased on 7 reviews
“The seats are already comfortable like this — though I did fit an aftermarket seat cover that made them even more comfortable.”
ADAS driver assistance
Strongly positivebased on 5 reviews
“Lane keep assist has also worked really well on the well-marked roads that we've been driving around near Nandi Hills outside of Bengaluru. What's nice is that the steering inputs aren't abrupt and come in very smoothly and naturally”
Front seat space
Generally positivebased on 5 reviews
“No headroom issue at all, even for a turban-wearing driver at 5'10"-5'11" — the seats sit low, giving a sedan-like feel. A different (Tata) car I looked at before this had a headroom issue; this one doesn't.”
Handling
Generally positivebased on 5 reviews
“You like how easy the Boleno is to drive. The steering doesn't require much effort, and even when you're going faster, there's a good sense of confidence that you get. The grip levels are good, and the feel is of driving a pretty large car”
Engine refinement
Generally positivebased on 12 reviews
“Once you get it past 2,000 and into the meat of the power band... it's got a good mid-range and it's really quite entertaining, that's helped a lot by the lightweight of this car”
Where the Maruti Suzuki Baleno falls short
Not every point below is a serious flaw. Some are mixed opinions where reviewers disagreed, and the label says which.
Fit & finish
Mixed reviewsbased on 7 reviews
“The plastic finish isn't that good, and as time passes rattling noise increases — even if you drive carefully, because of Indian roads full of potholes and harsh speed breakers, rattling will happen”
Maruti Suzuki Baleno ratings by area
Every area where we have at least two reviews, with the overall verdict.
Cabin space and comfort
- Rear seat space5 reviewsStrongly positive
- Seat comfort7 reviewsStrongly positive
- Front seat space5 reviewsGenerally positive
- Boot space4 reviewsGenerally positive
Ride and handling
- Ride comfort3 reviewsStrongly positive
- Handling5 reviewsGenerally positive
- Ground clearance4 reviewsMixed reviews
Safety and build quality
- ADAS driver assistance5 reviewsStrongly positive
- Braking3 reviewsMixed reviews
- Fit & finish7 reviewsMixed reviews
Engine and performance
- City drivability3 reviewsGenerally positive
- Engine refinement12 reviewsGenerally positive
Service and spare parts cost
- Routine service cost3 reviewsGenerally positive
Features and technology
- Air conditioning3 reviewsGenerally positive
Parking and maneuverability
- Parking camera & sensors3 reviewsMixed reviews
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno FAQs
How much does the Maruti Suzuki Baleno cost in India?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno costs ₹5.98 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom across 11 variants. On-road price depends on your city, so ask a dealer or use our dealer quote check to see what a quote should look like.
Which engine and gearbox options does the Maruti Suzuki Baleno have?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is sold with petrol and CNG powertrains and manual and automatic gearboxes. The table above lists every engine and gearbox combination.
What do owners like most about the Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
Owners and experts are most positive about the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's rear seat space, seat comfort and ADAS driver assistance.
Is the Maruti Suzuki Baleno the right car for me?
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How this page is made: we collect what real owners and expert reviewers say in published video reviews, tag each statement by topic (for example ride comfort or service cost) and score how positive or negative it is. Nothing here is paid for by manufacturers or dealers, and no result is sponsored. Prices come from CarDekho and can change; confirm with a dealer. Read more in why car advice conflicts.