Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Tata Tiago

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Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Alpha(O) AMT

9.99 lakh

Tata Tiago

Tata Tiago

Creative CNG AMT

8.62 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Displacement

1197 cc
1199 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
CNG

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
75.5 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

112.4 Nm at 4500 rpm
96.5 Nm at 3500 rpm

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power on CNG

–
N/A

Max Engine Torque on CNG

–
N/A

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
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
35 litres

Terrain Modes

–

CNG/LPG Tank Capacity

–
60 Kg

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

MacPherson Strut
Independent Lower Wishbone, McPherson (Dual Path) Strut Type

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam
Twist Beam on Hydraulic Shock Absorber

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt

Turning Radius

4.85 m
4.9 m

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drum

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
Steel rims with wheel covers

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Steering Adjust type

–
Manual

4 Wheel Steer

–

Spare Wheel

–
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3990 mm
3813 mm

Width

1745 mm
1684 mm

Height

1530 mm
1535 mm

Wheelbase

2520 mm
2400 mm

Kerb Weight

965 - 990 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

318 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

–
168 mm

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

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Fully Digital

Rear Parcel Tray

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Launch Control

–

Keyless Entry

–

Interior Lamps

–

12 Volt Port

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Storage

–

Heated ORVM

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

12 Volt Port Boot

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Glove Box

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Dead Pedal

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Driving Modes

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Vanity Mirror

–
Front Passenger Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

–

Sunroof

–

Ambient Lighting

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Auto Parking

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

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
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
Warning Only

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

With Load Sensor

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Dashcam

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Traction Control

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Speed Assist System

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Child Safety Lock

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Brake Fade Support

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Hill Start Assist

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Type

LED
LED

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

Scuff Plates

–

Rub Strips

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Connected LED

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analogue
Digital

Tachometer

Analogue
Digital

Trip Meter

Shift Indicator

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Premium-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

Gear Indicator

–

Average Speed

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Head-up Display

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Distance to Empty

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Massage Seats

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Ottoman Seats

–

Heated Seats

–

Rear Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Third Row Seats

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
10.25 -inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Second Row USB port

Type A and Type C
–

Speakers

4
4

Video Player

–

Voice Commands

–

USB Input

–

Branded Music System

–

Web Browser

–

MirrorLink

–

Touchpad

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

AUX Input

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Audio System

–

Satellite Navigation

–
Phone-based

Front USB port

–
Type A and Type C

CD Player

–

Gesture Controls

–

Inbuilt Music App

–

Front Passenger Screen

–

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

In Car Payment

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Phone App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Location Based Services

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Summon Mode

–

SOS Button

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

App Details

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•6w

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?

•9w

I am a first-time car owner, and my budget is around Rs 7 lakh. My monthly running is about 500km, mostly on highways, and I also plan to do a trip of around 1,000km every six months. I am planning to buy the car for family use. Please suggest which is best. I am confused between the Tiago Pure Plus, Dzire LXi, Baleno Sigma, Exter HX3, Swift LXi, and Grand i10 Nios Magna.

•18w

I am a first-time car buyer with a budget of Rs. 12 lakh. I would appreciate one suggestion each for an EV and an ICE vehicle, with different cars and not variants. My requirements are that the car should have an automatic transmission, a rear camera with parking guidelines, and should comfortably seat a family of four. It will be used primarily for city commutes, generally under 30 kilometers, and should have good air conditioning. I am absolutely flexible regarding rear AC vents and a blind spot monitor, as these are not necessary features. My EV options include the Tata Tiago EV 2026 facelift and the Tata Punch EV. My ICE options include the Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai i10, and Suzuki Swift. Please prioritize the EV option.

•19w

I am planning to buy my first car with a budget of around ₹7-8 lakh. My usage will mainly be city driving with approximately 20 km daily running, along with occasional highway trips. Since most of the driving will be in traffic, I am specifically looking for an AMT/automatic transmission. I have shortlisted the following options: Tata Punch Petrol AMT Tata Tiago AMT Maruti Baleno Petrol AMT My top priority is safety, followed by good features and overall practicality. I am not interested in a sunroof. Your suggestion will be highly appreciated. Thanks.