Comparing the BMW X3 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 X3 is available at ₹7,499,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3 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 | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 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 | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic 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 | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | 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 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
