Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced at ₹1,972,400. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's 1462 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 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 Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V | 12V |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 139Nm @ 4300rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 0.76 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | Self-charging (no plug-in required) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1675 - 1735 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1180 – 1280 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2600 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 | Automatic |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic (select variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | LED |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black |
