Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the BMW X3 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 X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) 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 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2865 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 Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic 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 |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
