Comparing the BMW X1 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 X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 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 | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass 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 | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
