Comparing the Tata Nexon 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 Tata Nexon is available at ₹800,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Tata Nexon comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon 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 | 12V |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 17.4 kmpl | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric start | Self Start |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / AMT / DCT | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 382 L | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 208 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1295 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman | 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 | Fabric |
| Sound System | Up to 8-speaker Harman system | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| 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 | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | Projector + LED DRLs | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED signature | LED |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless radial | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 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 | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
