Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux is priced at ₹3,549,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Toyota Hilux's 2393 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 148 bhp @ 3400 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 14.94 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Toyota Hilux. 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 | 2393 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | 4WD (4x4) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 2GD-FTV Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) | 80 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 6-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed Manual |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg | 14.94 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 148 bhp @ 3400 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric (Push Button Start) |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 400 Nm @ 1400-2800 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic / Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | Pickup Truck Bed - 1520 L (Volume) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2760 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 279 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 2025 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 5325 mm / 1855 mm / 1815 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 3085 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 | Multi-Info Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Entry |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes - All 4 Windows |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leather (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | 8 Speakers |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | 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 |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Pickup) |
| Roof Rails | — | Not Applicable (Pickup) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 265/65 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) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - VSC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HAC + DAC |
| 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 | Platinum Pearl WhiteSuper WhiteAttitude BlackSulphur MetallicAshEmotional Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
