Comparing the BMW M340i and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
