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Maruti Suzuki
Baleno
Summary
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is highly regarded for its stylish design, spacious interiors, and excellent fuel efficiency, making it a favorite among families and city commuters. Reviewers highlight its smooth driving experience and modern features like a touchscreen infotainment system. However, some concerns include a less exciting design compared to rivals, a stiff suspension affecting comfort, and the need for better interior materials. Overall, it is seen as a great value for money option.
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  • A
    Anonymous
    on 12th June 2025
    4.9

    1) Best-in-class refined 4-cylinder engine. This itself automatically makes the car better than any 3-cylinder engines in the market, IMO. Low vibrations matter a lot to me. 2) Excellent & smooth shifting gear box 3) Very good suspension & ride quality 4) Fuel-effiecient. CNG version gives 20 kph in city 32 kph on highways. Petrol 14 kph in bumper- tobumper traffic and 21 on highways. 5) Exterior design is that of a hot hatch, with no cheap black plastic cladding. I see most cars have them now as a cost-cutting measure, I find them ugly. Body-coloured bumper is a big deal now, very cars have them. 6) Acceleration & decelaration is smooth & linear. 7) Reaosnably priced. 8) 80 kgs heavier than Baleno 1st version. Not likely to get 5- star safety rating, but not too bad either. 9) Trackrecord of long -lasting engines. 10) 170 mm ground clearance. With a slighly higher profile tyres, its GC can increase by 10 mm without affecting the mileage & the driving dynamics much. That's that. I can't think of any other other car in the segment. I am not huge fan of cars more than 15 lakhs in India as they are

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 15th July 2025
    5.0

    Maruti Suzuki Baleno is my favourite car.The thing which attracts me most about this car is its modern design .Its front grille, Bi led Headlamps with Led DRLs and Diamond cut Alloys makes it design eye catchy. This car offers ample of Headroom and leg space in both rows.It offers a boot of 318 Ltrs which fits enough stuffs. It comes with 1.2 Ltr K series Engine .This engine is a gem from Maruti Suzuki.This 4 cylinder engine is so smooth and combination of performance and milege. Baleno is a features packed car because it comes with 360 Degree Camera,Hud,7 Speakers 9 inch Touch screen infotainment system with apple car play and android auto.For Indian hot climate it comes with Fatc (Fully Automatic Temperature Control System) and uv cut glasses. For safety Maruti Suzuki Packs it with 6 Airbags,Abs ,Ebd,Esp, and stonger body structure. Service network of Maruti is Spreaded Almost everywhere and it's maintenance is also economical

  • A
    Anonymous
    on 22nd June 2025
    3.8

    I had a very good experience with the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. The car looks stylish and feels smooth while driving. It gives good mileage, which saves fuel and money. The seats are comfortable, and there is enough space for five people. The touchscreen and music system work well. It is also easy to drive in the city and on highways. Overall, I am happy with the performance and comfort of the Baleno.

  • PM
    Prajna M
    on 5th October 2023
    4.0

    Spacious cabin with ample legroom and headroom Premium interior with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, and cruise control Fuel-efficient 1.2L petrol engine with manual or CVT transmission Comprehensive safety features, including dual airbags, ABS, and EBD

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  • AV
    Ajay V Gaekwad
    on 15th July 2025
    4.5

    My first car is a 2015-manufactured, January 2016-registered Maruti Baleno, and it’s been a reliable companion. It scores high on space, engine refinement, fuel efficiency (22 kmpl overall), and low cost of ownership. The car has proven to be dependable over the years with minimal maintenance. However, its stiff suspension makes rides less comfortable for elderly passengers, especially on bumpy roads. Despite that, it's a well-rounded hatchback ideal for city and highway use.

    • Posted on 11th September 2024
      Thread Summary

      The Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta 2023 is praised for its comfort, spacious interior, and features like rear AC and multiple airbags. Users appreciate its smooth driving experience and low noise levels, making it suitable for long journeys. However, concerns include poor visibility, sluggish performance with multiple passengers, and subpar audio quality. The service experience at Nexa is also noted as lacking, with minor rattles developing over time.

    • Posted on 10th August 2023
      Thread Summary

      This review discusses the prevalence of Baleno cars on the roads, indicating their popularity among drivers. However, it lacks specific insights into features, performance, or user experiences, focusing instead on the author's curiosity about consumer behavior.

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