Toyota Glanza vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

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Toyota Glanza

Toyota Glanza

1.2 petrol V AMT

9.99 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

1.2 Petrol Alpha AMT

9.17 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
N/A

Engine Displacement

1197 cc
1197 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

AMT
AMT

Number of Gears

5
5

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

90 hp at 6000 rpm
90hp at 6000rpm

Max Engine Torque

113 Nm at 4400 rpm
113Nm at 4400rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Fuel & Performance

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

22.94 kmpl
22.94 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
37 litres

User Reported Mileage

18.55 kmpl
19.48 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

4.85 m
4.85 m

Front Brakes

Discs
Discs

Rear Brakes

Drums
Drums

Wheel Size

16 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

195/55 R16
195/55 R16

Rear Tyre Size

195/55 R16
195/55 R16

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Full Size

Dimensions

Length

3990 mm
3990 mm

Width

1745 mm
1745 mm

Height

1500 mm
1500 mm

Wheelbase

2520 mm
2520 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
–

Boot Capacity

318 litres
318 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Charging Limiter

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

Cooled Storage

–

Cup Holders

Single Pedal Driving

–

Scheduled Charging

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Door Pockets

Driver Armrest Storage

Acoustic Windshield

–

Electric Tailgate Release

Powered Tailgate

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Front Seatback Pockets

Glove Box

–

Heated ORVM

–

Interior Lamps

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

UV Cut Glass

–

Trunk Light

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Sunglass Holder

Vehicle to load (V2L)

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Bluetooth Connectivity

12 Volt Port

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

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

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor
–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Driver Airbag

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Door Ajar Warning

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Seat Belt Warning

Side Airbag

Dashcam

Curtain Airbag

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

High Beam Assist

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Heads Up Display

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Overspeed Warning

Passenger Airbag

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Crash Test Rating

–
4

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

BNCAP Rating

–
4

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Projector Headlamps

LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Spoiler

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Connected LED

–

ORVM turn indicators

Puddle Lamps

Cornering Foglamps

–

Cornering Headlights

Stop Lamp

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Antenna

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Rub Strips

–

Interior

Speedometer

Analog
Analog

Tachometer

Analog
Analog

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Fabric
Fabric

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Third Row Seats Split

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

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

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Speakers

4
6

Front Passenger Screen

–

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wired
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wired
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
Phone-based

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Branded Music System

–

Connected Car Features

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

Geo Fence

Find My Car

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

Hello Autocar Team, I obtained my car driving licence over a year ago, but I have almost no real-world driving experience apart from the driving test. Since my father drives a Mahindra XUV300 Manual (he lives in another city), I was initially inclined to buy a Mahindra XUV 3XO AT (AX5/AX5L/REVX A). However, some advice I found online has encouraged me to consider buying a smaller, less powerful used car to drive for a year. After giving it some thought, I completely agree with the idea of starting with a smaller car, especially since I'll mostly be driving alone. After some research, I narrowed my options down to the Hyundai i20 AT (2021-2023 IVT) over the Toyota Glanza and Maruti Suzuki Baleno in Bengaluru. My plan is to use the car mainly for highway trips (I'm planning lots of temple visits across South, East, and West India) while also practising city driving over the next few months. As a motorcyclist, I've been riding a Triumph Scrambler 400 X for the past two years and occasionally go on highway rides. Although I'll be a new car driver, I don't want to feel that the car is underpowered after a short period of ownership. Along with the i20 (and the Glanza/Baleno), I've now also added the Hyundai Venue to my shortlist. P.S. I'm also planning to enrol in a 10-day doorstep driving instruction course. Could you please suggest which car would be the right choice for me? My key requirements are: Automatic transmission, beginner-friendly automatic gearbox, reasonably quiet cabin, good highway stability, and good or decent resale value after 12-15 months

Verified
•6d

The Hyundai i20 IVT is an excellent city car; however, its 1.2 petrol engine will not feel effortless for highway drives. The Hyundai Venue is a good alternative, and its turbo-petrol and dual-clutch automatic combination will feel well-suited for highway drives. Also, visibility is very good thanks to its high seating, and with light steering, it feels quite easy to drive. The Hyundai Venue price starts at Rs 8.00 lakh and goes up to Rs 15.65 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).Given that you plan to take the car for highway drives frequently, we'd recommend you also consider the Maruti Suzuki Fronx Turbo AT or Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor Turbo AT. Both are essentially the same car and are powered by a turbo-petrol engine and a smooth torque converter (automatic). Their turbo-petrol engine delivers strong performance, which will make the drive experience rather enjoyable. Also, these cars are quite stable for highway drives, are feature-rich, yet compact enough for the city. Between the Taisor and Fronx, pick the one you think looks better and the brand you're more comfortable with.

VehicleHyundai i20
VehicleHyundai Venue
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Fronx
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Taisor
•9w

Can you please suggest which is the better car: the Toyota Glanza/Taisor or the Maruti Baleno/Fronx? I am a first-time car buyer with a budget of over 10 lakh and would prefer an automatic transmission. Please recommend the best option from this list, or suggest any other cars that I should consider.

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•8w

For a first-time buyer looking for an automatic in your budget, we would actually pick the Maruti Fronx AMT from your shortlist. It gives you the raised seating position and SUV-like feel that many first-time buyers appreciate, while still being easy to drive, fuel-efficient and inexpensive to maintain. It also feels a bit more special than the Baleno and Glanza.The Baleno AMT and Toyota Glanza AMT are mechanically identical, and if rear seat comfort, ride quality and value for money are your priorities, they remain excellent choices. Between the two, we would lean towards the Glanza because Toyota's warranty packages and ownership experience can be an advantage.The Toyota Taisor is essentially a Fronx underneath, so the choice between the two often comes down to styling preference, dealership experience and the offers available in your city.One car not on your list that is definitely worth considering is the Honda Amaze CVT. The CVT gearbox is smoother than the AMTs in the Maruti and Toyota models. The car is comfortable, reliable and easy to own long term. If you do not specifically need the SUV stance, it is arguably the most refined automatic you can buy around this budget.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Fronx
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Baleno
VehicleToyota Glanza
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Taisor
VehicleHonda Amaze
•21w

My driving is around 800 km a month. I am not sure which one would be more value for money: Swift or Baleno/Glanza. Currently, I drive an Urban Cruiser but am looking for a change. My priority is ease of city driving, comfort on highway drives, and I will go for an AMT. The more fuel-efficient and safe, the better. Though safety and efficiency do not go hand in hand. Please help me decide.

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•20w

The Swift's 1.2L 3-cylinder petrol engine is very drivable and is likely to deliver slightly better fuel efficiency compared to the Baleno's/Glanza's 1.2L 4-cylinder unit. The Maruti Suzuki Swift is quite peppy up to 60kph of speed, after which you will find performance to be a bit lacklustre. And since you've mentioned you want a car for city and highway usage both, we recommend you opt for the Baleno or Glanza instead, for its more effortless performance.There's little to choose between the Baleno and Toyota Glanza, as both are nearly identical. Though the Glanza's beige-black interior colour scheme looks a touch more upmarket than the Maruti's.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Swift
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Baleno
VehicleToyota Glanza