Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Renault Kwid 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 Kwid is priced at ₹466,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Renault Kwid's 799 cc / 999 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) 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 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid. 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 | 799 cc / 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 28 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 279 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 184 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 710 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2422 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 |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 4 Speakers |
| 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 (top) |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.8 |
