Maruti Suzuki Baleno

A premium hatchback that blends efficiency, comfort and everyday practicality.

Starts at ₹5.99 Lakh * Ex-showroom
Maruti Suzuki Hatchback CNG • Petrol
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Maruti Baleno

Key Highlights

6 Airbags as Standard
Up to 22.94 km/l ARAI Mileage
9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Head-Up Display
360 View Camera
Suzuki Connect
Factory-fitted S-CNG Option
Model Year
2026
Seating
5
Transmission
Manual, AMT
ARAI Mileage
22.94 kmpl (Petrol)

Price & Variants

Baleno Sigma MT

₹5.99 Lakh
petrol manual 1.2L Petrol 22.35 kmpl
Power: 88.50 bhp @ 6000 rpm Torque: 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Delta MT

₹6.85 Lakh
petrol manual 1.2L Petrol 22.35 kmpl
Power: 89.7 PS Torque: 113 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Delta AMT

₹7.35 Lakh
petrol amt 1.2L Petrol 22.94 kmpl
Power: 89.7 PS Torque: 113 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Zeta

₹7.75 Lakh
petrol manual 1.2L Petrol 22.35 kmpl
Power: 89.7 PS Torque: 113 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Delta CNG

₹7.77 Lakh
petrol-cng manual 1.2L Petrol 30.61 km/kg
Power: 77.5 PS Torque: 98.5 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Zeta AMT

₹8.25 Lakh
petrol amt 1.2L Petrol 22.94 kmpl
Power: 89.7 PS Torque: 113 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Alpha

₹8.67 Lakh
petrol manual 1.2L Petrol 22.35 kmpl
Power: 89.7 PS Torque: 113 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Zeta CNG

₹8.67 Lakh
petrol-cng manual 1.2L Petrol 30.61 km/kg
Power: 77.5 PS Torque: 98.5 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Baleno Alpha AMT

₹9.17 Lakh
petrol amt 1.2L Petrol 22.94 kmpl
Power: 89.7 PS Torque: 113 Nm Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
* Ex-showroom price

Specifications

Seating Capacity
5 Seats
Boot Space
318 litres
Ground Clearance
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 litres
Length
3990 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1500 mm
Wheelbase
2520 mm

Overview & Review

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is a premium hatchback aimed at buyers who want good fuel efficiency, a spacious cabin and an easy ownership experience. It is available with petrol and factory-fitted CNG options, while petrol variants can be selected with either a manual or AMT gearbox.

The Baleno offers a practical cabin, a 318-litre boot and several useful features on the higher variants. Its light controls and compact dimensions make it easy to drive in the city, while the efficient petrol engine keeps running costs under control.

The Sigma variant covers the essentials, while Delta and Zeta add more convenience and infotainment features. Alpha is the fully loaded option for buyers who want features such as the head-up display, 360-degree camera and larger touchscreen.

Exterior Features

  • LED Projector Headlamps
  • LED DRLs
  • LED Tail Lamps
  • Precision Cut Alloy Wheels (16-inch)
  • Electrically Adjustable & Foldable ORVMs with Turn Indicators
  • Chrome Front Grille
  • UV Cut Glass

Interior & Comfort

  • Dual-tone interior theme with piano-black inserts
  • Seats with a wrap-around design and deeper contours
  • Adjustable headrests for all occupants
  • Rear parcel shelf
  • Front centre sliding armrest
  • 60:40 split rear seat
  • Front footwell lamps
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel on the Alpha variant
  • Driver-seat height adjustment
  • Tilt steering on lower variants
  • Tilt and telescopic steering on Zeta and Alpha
  • Automatic climate control
  • Rear AC vents
  • Rear USB Type-A and Type-C fast-charging ports
  • Push-button start/stop
  • Central locking and keyless entry
  • All power windows
  • Driver-side auto up/down window with pinch guard
  • Rear defogger
  • Rear wiper and washer on Zeta and Alpha
  • Cruise control on Alpha
  • Auto-dimming IRVM on Alpha
  • Auto-folding ORVMs on Alpha

Infotainment & Connectivity

  • 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen on Alpha
  • 7-inch SmartPlay Pro touchscreen on Zeta
  • 7-inch SmartPlay Studio system on Delta
  • Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on Zeta and Alpha
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on Delta
  • Surround Sense audio powered by ARKAMYS on Alpha
  • Four speakers on Delta, Zeta and Alpha
  • Two tweeters on Zeta and Alpha
  • Onboard voice assistant with “Hi Suzuki” wake-up command on Zeta and Alpha
  • Over-the-air system updates through a smartphone on Zeta and Alpha
  • Colour TFT multi-information display on Zeta and Alpha
  • Turn-by-turn navigation
  • Fuel-efficiency and consumption history
  • Range, average speed and driving-time information
  • Engine power and torque display
  • G-force, acceleration and braking information
  • Suzuki Connect on Zeta and Alpha
  • Smartwatch and Alexa compatibility through Suzuki Connect

Safety

6 Airbags as Standard
ESP with Hill Hold
Brake Assist
ISOFIX Anchorages
Seat Belt Pretensioner / Force Limiter
Reverse Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera (Zeta & Alpha)
360 View Camera (Alpha)
High Speed Alert System
3-Point ELR Seat Belts for All Occupants
Seat Belt Reminder (Front & Rear)

Available Colours

Nexa Blue
Grandeur Grey
Arctic White
Splendid Silver
Opulent Red
Luxe Beige
Bluish Black

Colour availability may vary by variant.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Excellent fuel efficiency
  • Spacious cabin
  • Reliable petrol engine
  • Good feature list on higher variants
  • Easy to drive in the city

Cons

  • No turbo-petrol option
  • AMT is not as smooth as a CVT
  • No sunroof
  • Some premium features are limited to the Alpha variant

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the starting price of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno?

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced from ₹6.70 lakh (ex-showroom). Prices vary depending on the variant and transmission you choose.

What is the mileage of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno?

The Baleno delivers an ARAI-certified mileage of up to 22.94 km/l for petrol AMT variants and up to 30.61 km/kg for the factory-fitted S-CNG variants.

Is the Maruti Suzuki Baleno available with a CNG option?

Yes. The Baleno is available with a factory-fitted S-CNG option in the Delta and Zeta variants.

Does the Baleno come with an automatic transmission?

Yes. Petrol variants of the Baleno are available with a 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AGS) transmission in addition to the 5-speed manual gearbox.

How many airbags does the Baleno have?

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with six airbags as standard across all variants.

What is the boot space of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno?

The Baleno offers a boot space of 318 litres, making it practical for everyday luggage and weekend trips.

Which Baleno variant offers the best value for money?

The Delta variant is generally considered the best value because it offers a good balance of features, price and the option of both petrol and CNG powertrains.

Does the Baleno have a sunroof?

No. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is not available with a factory-fitted sunroof in any variant.

What are the main rivals of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno?

The Baleno competes with the Toyota Glanza, Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz in the premium hatchback segment.

Is the Maruti Suzuki Baleno a good family car?

Yes. The Baleno is a practical family hatchback with a spacious cabin, comfortable rear seats, good fuel efficiency, six airbags as standard and low running costs.