Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Tata Nexon 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 Tata Nexon is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 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 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. 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 | 12V |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 44 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 17.4 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Manual / AMT / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 382 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | Digital / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman |
| 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 | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Up to 8-speaker Harman system |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| 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 |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector + LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED signature |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 (Standard) | 6 |
| 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue |
