Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Hyundai Grand I10 Nios

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Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Alpha(O) AMT

9.99 lakh

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Hyundai Grand I10 Nios

1.2 Petrol Asta AMT

8.09 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Displacement

1197 cc
1197 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

AMT
AMT

Number of Gears

5
5

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

82.93 hp at 5700 rpm
83 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

112.4 Nm at 4500 rpm
113.8 Nm at 4000 rpm

Engine Type

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N/A

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
MPFI

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

24.77 kmpl
16 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
37 litres

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
13.76 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
16.61 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
15.19 kmpl

0-100kph

–
13.28 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

–
14 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

–
22.44 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt

Turning Radius

4.85 m
–

Front Brakes

Disc
Discs

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drums

Wheel Size

16 inches
15 inches

Front Tyre Size

195/55 R16
175/60 R15

Rear Tyre Size

195/55 R16
175/60 R15

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Steering Adjust type

–
Manual

4 Wheel Steer

–

Spare Wheel

–
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3990 mm
3815 mm

Width

1745 mm
1680 mm

Height

1530 mm
1520 mm

Wheelbase

2520 mm
2450 mm

Kerb Weight

965 - 990 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

318 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Remote Locking

Push Button Start

Rear AC Vents

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Interior Lamps

–

Cup Holders

–

Trunk Light

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Vanity Mirror

–
Front Passenger Only

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Door Pockets

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Keyless Entry

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Sunroof

–

Ambient Lighting

–

Driving Modes

–

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Stability Control

Central Locking

Hill Descent Control

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Adaptive Cruise Control

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Manual

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Lane Departure Avoidance

High Beam Assist

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Heads Up Display

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Overspeed Warning

Seat Belt Warning

Driver Airbag

Passenger Airbag

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Dashcam

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

–

Hill Start Assist

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Manual

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Type

LED
Halogen

Projector Headlamps

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Spoiler

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

LED fog lamps

Stop Lamp

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Rub Strips

–

Roof Rails

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Scuff Plates

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analogue
Analog

Tachometer

Analogue
Analog

Trip Meter

Shift Indicator

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Fabric

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Third Row Seats Split

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Armrest

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Third Row Seats

–

Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Second Row USB port

Type A and Type C
–

Speakers

4
4

Audio System

–

Front USB port

–
Type C

Branded Music System

–

CD Player

–

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

–
Phone-based

Voice Commands

–

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Connected Car Features

Tow Away Alert

–

Driving Analytics

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Geo Fence

Alexa Compatibility

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Find My Car

–

Questions you may find useful

•7w

I have a family of four and am planning to buy an automatic car next year with a budget of around Rs. 8-8.5 lakh. I have shortlisted the Grand i10 Nios AMT, Baleno AMT, i20 Sportz IVT, and Punch Adventure AMT. My monthly running will be around 300-500 km, with about two long trips per year. I am looking for a reliable car, and mileage is not a major concern. Which car should I go for? Any other recommendations are also welcome.

•8w

Hello, Autocar India Team. I am a first-time car buyer with a budget of Rs 6-12 lakh. I am looking for a petrol automatic hatchback or micro SUV. I am a new driver, so I want something that is easy to drive and fuel-efficient. I have shortlisted the Tata Altroz DCA/AMT, Tata Punch AMT, Tata Tiago AMT, Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT, Maruti Suzuki Baleno AMT, Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor AMT and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios AMT. I am confused between these options. Which one would you recommend for my requirements?