Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 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 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. 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 | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| 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) | 50 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 | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Self Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 318 litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955–1020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 2637 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| 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 | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (Front) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
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 - XDS+ eDiff |
| 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 | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
