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Maruti Suzuki Baleno User Reviews

Name: The Baleno Alpha AMT is easy to drive in city traffic and provides comfortabl...
Item: Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Rating: 4
Author: Sahil Grover

3.6/5

55 Ratings | 50 Reviews

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Maruti Suzuki Baleno keeps its mechanical package simple, with one petrol engine and a CNG version of it. The 1197cc petrol makes 90hp at 6,000rpm and 113Nm of pulling power at 4,400rpm. The CNG version of the same engine makes 78hp and 98.5Nm, which is the trade you accept for the lower running cost.

Key facts for the Baleno:

Gearboxes are a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automated manual.
The car measures 3,990mm long, 1,745mm wide and 1,500mm tall on a 2,520mm wheelbase.
Boot space is 318 litres.
The crash test rating is 4 stars, and six airbags are fitted to the higher variants.
A head-up display projects speed and other information onto the windscreen, and a 360-degree camera is offered.
Automatic climate control is fitted, and no sunroof is offered on any variant.
Our review found the engine weak just before 2,000rpm, with a second wind arriving at around 4,000rpm.

Krc•23 Aug 2026

3/5

The Baleno is a good choice, but it has a problem with low headroom.

Shashi•22 Aug 2026

4/5

My Baleno automatic gives around 19-20 km per litre.

Cars•21 Aug 2026

4/5

Go for Baleno because it will make you skip the EV. The mileage is decent at 15 kmpl.

Sumgdr•15 Aug 2026

5/5

Stick to Baleno AGS. It's an excellent choice.

Mahesh•14 Aug 2026

4/5

Baleno AMT is very smooth with 4 cylinders, good for city and highways.

Imtiyaz•12 Aug 2026

5/5

Baleno is one of the best cars. Highly recommended.

Bhushan•12 Aug 2026

4/5

I have recently upgraded to the Baleno Zeta CNG. It's been 6 months and I've done 9000 kms. I chose CNG for lower running costs and the Zeta variant for its larger tyre size and rear AC vents.

netwanderer•12 Aug 2026

4/5

Baleno is the most sensible option.

Vishal Kambli•7 Aug 2026

4/5

I have purchased the Baleno 6 months back and have no complaints so far.

Sahil Grover•30 Jul 2026

4/5

The Baleno Alpha AMT is easy to drive in city traffic and provides comfortable rides on highways. The AMT gearbox is quite convenient, especially in packed roads.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno Expert Reviews

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Ride quality
Spacious cabin

We don't like

Only one engine option
AMT not as smooth as CVT

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Questions you may find useful

•7h

18 months, 22,000 km, one clutch replacement, zero regrets. That's my Baleno so far.

•4d

I have a Baleno basic model, registered in December 2021, and it has now completed 53,000 km. All services have been done at the company-authorised service centre. I am considering whether to change my car now or continue using it for another 3-4 years. The engine is in good condition, and the other parts are also fine. The tyres have around 35-40% tread remaining, and there are some scratches on the body. Kindly suggest, friends.

•4d

If your 2021 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is mechanically sound, regularly serviced, and you are happy with how it drives, there is no reason to change it right now. This Maruti Suzuki car is reliable and low-maintenance car, and with just 53,000 km, it still has plenty of life left in it. The scratches are cosmetic and can be addressed, and the tyres can be replaced when they are completely worn. Financially, it makes more sense to keep the car for another 3-4 years and extract more value from it rather than taking a depreciation hit on a well-maintained car. The only reason to change would be if you want a bigger, safer or more feature-rich car. Otherwise, continuing with your Baleno is a sensible decision.

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•6d

Potholes near my house are worse than last year and my Baleno's suspension is really feeling it now. Anyone else's area like this?

•1w

I heard that Baleno facelift is going to be launched soon. What to expect from Maruti this time? Is design going to be changed completely?

•1w

Hi, I own a 9 years old Baleno and am planning to upgrade the car but am really confused which one to choose. I want a 5-seater car for highway and city driving with automatic transmission under 18 lakh. I need a reliable car that I can use for atleast next 7 to 8 years. The car must have Adas level 2 but sunroof is not required.

•1w

Based on your requirements, the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7L automatic is the best fit. It is a genuinely spacious 5 seater with a wide rear bench, a strong turbo petrol engine and a well-tuned automatic gearbox that makes both city and highway driving easy. It also offers Level 2 ADAS, which is a key requirement for you, and the AX7L variant sits comfortably within your Rs. 18 lakh budget. The 3XO is also one of the safest cars in the segment, with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, and Mahindra's service network has improved significantly in recent years. The only real drawback is the boot, which is on the smaller side for the segment, but as a 5 seater it is one of the best options available today. If you want a more premium cabin and a larger boot, the Kia Seltos HTX automatic is the alternative to consider, but it will push your budget closer to Rs. 20 lakh and you will have to compromise on ADAS availability at that price point. Overall, the XUV 3XO AX7L is the most balanced and value-for-money choice for your needs.

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