Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the BMW M2 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is available at ₹598,998, while the BMW M2 is priced at ₹9,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the BMW M2's 2993 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno versus 9.8 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M2. 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 | 1197 cc | 2993 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with M xDrive optional |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 6-Speed M Manual / 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 9.8 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic (M DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2160 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 131 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1640 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4580 mm / 1887 mm / 1392 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2697 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Sport seats |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | M Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific front & rear |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Compound Brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM Mode |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Black SapphireM Portimao BlueBrooklyn GreyVelvet Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.7 |
