Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Renault Kiger 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 Renault Kiger is priced at ₹699,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Renault Kiger's 999 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) 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 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Renault Kiger. 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 | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.0L SCe NA / 1.0L Turbo TCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start (mid+) |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 96 Nm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 405 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 975 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3991 mm / 1750 mm / 1600 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2500 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 (base) / Automatic AC (top) |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 8-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes (Turbo top) |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | 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 (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 2 Airbags (4 on top) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| 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 |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Ice Cool WhiteMoonlight SilverMahogany BrownCaspian BlueShadow GreyOasis YellowStealth BlackRadiant Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.9 |
