Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Skoda Kodiaq 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 Skoda Kodiaq is priced at ₹3,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Skoda Kodiaq's 1984 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 190 bhp @ 4500-5000 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 12.44 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Kodiaq. 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 | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | 4x4 All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 58 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 12.44 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 190 bhp @ 4500-5000 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 320 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 630 Litres (5-seater config) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2375 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1795 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4758 mm / 1864 mm / 1685 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2791 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 13-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leather / Perforated Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| 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 - LED |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) |
| 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 | 235/50 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree Camera | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Moon WhiteGraphite GreyBronx GoldRace BlueMagic Black |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.3 |
