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