Comparing the Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster is available at ₹999,900, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Renault Duster comes with a 1498 cc / 1330 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.06 kmpl (est.) for the Renault Duster 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 |
| Displacement | 1498 cc / 1330 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD (top) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Petrol Turbo / 1.3L Turbo | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / CVT | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 15.06 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 | 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 210 Nm (1.5L) / 250 Nm (1.3L Turbo) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (CVT) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 478 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1190 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4340 mm / 1804 mm / 1624 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2673 mm | 2520 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 | 10.1-inch Digital Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | 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 | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-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 | 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 |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteSunset RedMoonlight SilverRiver BlueMountain Jade GreenStealth Black | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
