Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai CRETA Electric 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 Hyundai CRETA Electric is priced at ₹1,802,201. 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 510 km / full charge for the Hyundai CRETA Electric. 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 | Lithium-ion |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | — |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Electric (Battery) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | — |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 510 km / full charge |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 171 bhp (126 kW) |
| Starter | Self Start | — |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 255 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Single Speed Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 51.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | 4.8 hours (0-100%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes, via CCS2 charging port with multi-color SOC indicator |
| Range | — | 510 km per full charge |
| Regenerative Braking | — | 4 levels of intensity, adjustable via steering-mounted paddle shifters |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4340 mm / 1790 mm / 1655 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) with touch interface |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 10.25-inch Full Digital Curvilinear twin-screen setup |
| Cruise Control | — | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Available (8-way Powered Driver Seat) |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | Dual 26.03 cm curvilinear screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | All 4 windows (Front & Rear); Driver’s window with Auto up/down and Safety Power (Anti-pinch) |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Included with dual cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | — | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Available (3 Type-C ports) |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available (Bluelink connected) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | LED Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Quad-beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Foldable and Adjustable with integrated LED Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | Connected LED Tail Lamps with a signature light bar |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Aero alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Emergency Brake Assist |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | 360-degree Surround View Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Ocean BlueAtlas WhiteFiery RedStarry NightTitanium BlackTitanium Black MatteRobust Emerald MatteTitan Grey Matte |
