Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai Exter 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 Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 83 PS @ 6000 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 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter. 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 | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
