Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Mahindra XEV 9S 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 Mahindra XEV 9S is priced at ₹1,899,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9S's N/A (Electric), producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 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 | NMC / LFP 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - 175 kW DC |
| Range | — | 600+ km (est.) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 300 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2900 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 207 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 2300 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - 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 | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 20-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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.1 |











