Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai i20 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 i20 is priced at ₹704,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Hyundai i20'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 16 kmpl for the Hyundai i20. 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 | 12V Standard |
| 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 with Dual VTVT |
| 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 | 16 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | 5-Speed Manual / IVT (CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 311 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 915 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3995 mm, 1775 mm, 1505 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | Digital Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8-inch or 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation |
| 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 | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric / Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Bose Premium 7-speaker system |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front Type-C Fast Charger + Rear USB Port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available via Bluelink |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available with Cooling Pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED MFR Headlamps / Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 185/65 R15 (Mid) / 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Hub Wheel (Mid) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | 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 |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Amazon GreyFiery RedStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitan Grey Matte |
