Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the MG Hector 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 MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) 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 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2750 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 | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Hey MG |
| 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 Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 215/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 17-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 |
| 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 - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
