The 2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno has been launched at a starting price of Rs 5.99 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. As part of this mid-lifecycle update, Maruti’s premium hatchback gets a slightly tweaked exterior, additional features, an upgraded safety suite and a new petrol engine. Here, we take a closer look at the new Baleno’s variants and the features.
2026 Maruti Baleno: Prices and powertrains
Maruti has deployed its Z12E 1.2-litre 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine to power the new Baleno, and it produces peak outputs of 83hp and 112Nm. Both 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT options are available with this engine. As before, a factory-fitted CNG option is also offered.
In CNG mode, power and torque fall to 70hp and 102Nm, respectively, while gearbox duties are handled either by a 5-speed manual gearbox or an AMT.
2026 Maruti Baleno: Exterior colour options
A total of seven exterior colours are offered with the new Baleno. These include Grandeur Grey, Enigmatic Teal Green, Opulent Red, Splendid Silver, Arctic White, Bluish Black and Nexa Blue (arranged from left to right in the image above). Luxe Beige shade offered with the outgoing version is no longer available.
2026 Maruti Baleno: Variant-wise features
Sigma - Rs 5.99 lakh
1.2-litre petrol with 5MT
- 6 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic stability program (ESP) with hill-hold control
- Rear window defogger
- Three-point seatbelts for all passengers
- Central locking and keyless entry
- Adjustable headrests for all passengers
- 60:40 split rear seats
- Power windows for all passengers
- One-touch up/ down for the driver’s side power window
- Tilt adjustment for the steering wheel
- Fabric upholstery
- 15-inch wheels with cover
- Halogen projector headlamps
- LED tail-lights
- Body-coloured bumpers
- Fender chrome garnish
Delta - Rs 7 lakh-8.32 lakh
1.2-litre petrol with 5MT/ AMT, CNG with MT/AMT
In addition to Sigma
- Tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
- Rear AC vents
- Rear fast charging USB Type A and C ports
- Steering-mounted audio controls
- Electrically foldable and adjustable outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs)
- 7-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Four speakers
- Front centre sliding armrest
- Rear parcel shelf
- Chrome detailing on the front grille
- Body-coloured door handles
- Body-coloured ORVMs with turn indicators
Zeta - Rs 8 lakh-9.32 lakh
1.2-litre petrol with 5MT/ AMT, CNG with MT/AMT
In addition to Delta
- Rearview camera
- Suzuki Connect safety features
- Rear wiper with washer
- Telescopic adjustment for the steering wheel
- Driver’s seat height adjustment
- Push-button start/stop
- Automatic climate control
- Wireless charger with cooling at the front
- 9-inch touchscreen
- Six-speaker Arkamys sound system
- Footwell lighting
- Automatic LED projector headlights
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- LED daytime running lights (DRLs)
- Chrome finished door handles
- Shark-fin antenna
Alpha - Rs 9.1 lakh-9.6 lakh
1.2-litre petrol with 5MT/ AMT
In addition to Zeta
- 360-degree camera
- Head-up display
- Cruise control
- Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror (IRVM)
- Auto-folding ORVMs
- Vanity mirror lamp
- Clarion sound system
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Front ventilated seats
- Semi-leatherette seat upholstery
- Precision-cut alloy wheels
Alpha (O) - Rs 9.5 lakh-9.99 lakh
1.2-litre petrol with 5MT/ AMT
In addition to Alpha
- Level 2 ADAS
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- Advanced emergency braking
- Forward collision warning
Which 2026 Maruti Baleno trim should you buy?
Considering the good mix of useful and feel-good features, as well as the powertrain options on offer, the mid-spec Zeta is the trim we recommend. It is also one of only two Baleno trims to offer the full range of engine and transmission options, adding further to its appeal. For a premium hatchback, the Zeta's Rs 8 lakh-Rs 9.32 lakh price range is also quite reasonable.
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