Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 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 Wagon R is priced at ₹498,900. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R's 1197 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 66.9 kW (90.9 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 Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. 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 |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.2L Advanced K- Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5-speed Manual / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric starter |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 113.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | MT/AGS |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 355 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 825 - 935 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3655 mm / 1620 mm / 1675 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2435 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | Semi-digital instrument cluster |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 7-inch touchscreen (higher variants) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 4-speaker audio system |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes (with infotainment system) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | — |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Available on higher variants |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Available on higher variants |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | — |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Steel wheels / Alloy wheels |
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 (AMT variants) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Available on higher variants |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available on higher variants |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | SOLID WHITEMagnum Red |









