Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS 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 Grand i10 NIOS is priced at ₹555,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS's 1197 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) 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 20.7 km/l (Petrol) for the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS. 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 | 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) | Petrol: 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| 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 | 20.7 km/l (Petrol) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 04 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) |
| Starter | Self Start | Standard Electric Starter Motor |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 113.8 Nm @ 4,000 rpm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | 5-Speed Manual/ AMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | Standard 12V Lead-Acid battery for starting and electrical systems |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1,340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 920 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3,815 mm / 1,680 mm / 1,520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 3.5-inch Digital Cluster with Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Premium Fabric (Dual-tone Grey/Black) |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 4-speaker Arkamys Premium Sound |
| USB Ports | Yes | USB Type-C Fast Charger and a standard Type-A port at the front |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (Android Auto/Apple CarPlay) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Power Adjustable & Electrically Foldable with Integrated Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 175/60 R15 (Alloy) | 165/70 R14 (Steel) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Diamond Cut Alloys |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| 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, with static guidelines |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline TPMS |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Typhoon SilverTitan GreyFiery RedTeal BlueAtlas whiteTitan Grey matte |
