Comparing the Jeep Meridian 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 Jeep Meridian is available at ₹2,999,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Jeep Meridian comes with a 1956 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.10 kmpl - ARAI for the Jeep Meridian 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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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1956 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | FWD / AWD (4WD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Multijet Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 17.10 kmpl - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 226 Litres (all rows up) | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1970 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4760 mm / 1860 mm / 1765 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2794 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | 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 | Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Alpine 9-Speaker | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/60 R18 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 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 | 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 |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteBrilliant BlackTechno GreenVelvet RedGrigio Magnesio | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
