Comparing the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz V-Class is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class comes with a 1950 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.2 kmpl (est.) for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1950 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L OM654 Diesel | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 14.2 kmpl (est.) | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 1410 Litres (all seats removed) | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 173 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2250 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5370 mm / 1928 mm / 1899 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3430 mm (Extralong) | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control (4 separate AC zones) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Captain Seats | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Executive Seats | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester 12-Speaker | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | — |
| 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 DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R18 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Obsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverAlpine GreyVintage blueArctic WhiteSteel BlueHyacinth RedSodalite BlueGraphite GreyRock Crystal White | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
