Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is available at ₹1,972,400, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara versus Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V | 12V |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Torque | 139Nm @ 4300rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual & Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 0.76 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | Self-charging (no plug-in required) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1675 - 1735 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 – 1280 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2520 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 | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) | — |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette | Fabric |
| Sound System | Tilt & Telescopic | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) | — |
| 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 | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Projector | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 (Standard) |
| 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 | Yes | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
