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Should I go with new Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift with 3-cylinder or Glanza G variant with 4 cylinders?

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If you want to buy now, go for the current Glanza G. We are yet to drive the new Baleno with its three-cylinder engine, but going by our experience with the Swift, it is unlikely to be as smooth as the existing four-cylinder unit, and performance is likely to take a small hit as well.

The new Baleno does get more features, which is something to keep in mind, but if engine refinement and performance are important, the current Glanza's four-cylinder engine has the advantage.

There is also an important timing factor with the Glanza. The current Glanza has not received the update yet, but the facelift is due to launch on October 14 and will also move to the new 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine. So, if you specifically want the smoother four-cylinder engine, this is effectively your last opportunity to buy the current Glanza.

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Hi Team, I am planning an upgrade from my Honda Amaze 2016 model to a compact SUV or a spacious hatchback with a budget not exceeding 11 lakhs. My daily usage is 55-60 kms, so monthly a 1.1k kms. Plus, I drive daily on the highway, with bumper-to-bumper traffic half the time.

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With a daily 55-60 km commute that is split between highway and bumper-to-bumper traffic, your priority should be a car that is comfortable, easy to drive and fuel-efficient. At around 1,100 km a month, you are right on the threshold where fuel efficiency starts to matter, but not enough to justify the higher cost and complexity of a diesel or hybrid. A petrol engine with a smooth automatic gearbox is the sweet spot here.Given your budget of Rs 11 lakh, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the most sensible upgrade from your Honda Amaze. It is a spacious hatchback with a comfortable ride, a refined petrol engine and a smooth automatic gearbox that makes daily traffic far less tiring. The Baleno also offers excellent fuel efficiency, low maintenance costs and Maruti's unmatched service network, which is important for long-term ownership. The AMT gearbox works well in the city and takes the sting off your left foot in traffic. If you are set on a compact SUV, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is the best fit within your budget. It gets a four-cylinder petrol engine that is refined and punchy and offers a higher seating position and better ground clearance, which can be useful on rough patches and speed breakers. However, you will have to settle for a lower variant compared to the Baleno.Between the two, the Baleno is the better choice for your usage. It is more spacious, more comfortable and better value for money. The Fronx only makes sense if you specifically want the SUV stance.

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•23h

Picked up the new Baleno three days ago and still getting used to how quiet the cabin is compared to my old one. Mileage's been around 19 in the city so far, not bad for daily traffic. Still figuring out half the buttons on the touchscreen though.

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I just found out the Glanza facelift is dropping mid-october and it's apparently getting the same upgrades as the new baleno, level 2 adas, ventilated seats, a new engine, the whole package. Wasn't expecting toyota to push on what's basically a rebadged maruti.

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I am a first-time car buyer and relatively new to driving. Most of my travel involves highway driving, with occasional trips through city traffic. I am looking for an automatic car with a budget of under Rs. 12 lakh. Could you suggest a suitable car based on these requirements?

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Posted on: 11 Sept 2026