Comparing the Renault Kiger 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 Kiger is available at ₹699,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Renault Kiger comes with a 999 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Renault Kiger 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 | 999 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.0L SCe NA / 1.0L Turbo TCe | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (mid+) | Self Start |
| Torque | 96 Nm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 405 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 975 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3991 mm / 1750 mm / 1600 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC (base) / Automatic AC (top) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 8-inch Digital Cluster | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes (Turbo top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps (top) | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags (4 on top) | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | 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 | Ice Cool WhiteMoonlight SilverMahogany BrownCaspian BlueShadow GreyOasis YellowStealth BlackRadiant Red | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.9 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
