Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Kia EV9 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 Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) respectively. 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 | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 99.8 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) |
| Range | — | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 3100 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 | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual Rear Controls |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - VDIM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
