Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz V-Class is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz V-Class's 1950 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 237 bhp @ 3800 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 14.2 kmpl (est.) for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. 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 | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1950 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 2.0L OM654 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 14.2 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 500 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 1410 Litres (all seats removed) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 173 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 2250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 5370 mm / 1928 mm / 1899 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 3430 mm (Extralong) |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control (4 separate AC zones) |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Captain Seats |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - Executive Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Burmester 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| 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 DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | 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 | 235/55 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 18-inch 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 - ESP |
| 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 |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Obsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverAlpine GreyVintage blueArctic WhiteSteel BlueHyacinth RedSodalite BlueGraphite GreyRock Crystal White |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.3 |
