Comparing the Skoda Kylaq 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 Skoda Kylaq is available at ₹899,900, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Skoda Kylaq comes with a 999 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 21.79 kmpl (MT) / 19.14 kmpl (DSG) - ARAI for the Skoda Kylaq 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 | 999 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | 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 | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed DSG (Automatic) | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 21.79 kmpl (MT) / 19.14 kmpl (DSG) - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 178 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (DSG) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 446 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 189 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1105 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4089 mm / 1783 mm / 1619 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2566 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit Digital Display | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| 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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R16 (base) / 215/50 R17 (top) | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch / 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 - ESC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Candy WhiteBrilliant SilverBrilliant BlueCarbon SteelTornado RedDeep Black Pearl | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
