Which Maruti Suzuki Baleno Petrol Automatic Variant To Buy? Delta, Zeta, Alpha Variant Comparison
Let’s start off by comparing it with the immediate rivals.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno Dimensions - Comparison
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
Toyota Glanza |
Honda Jazz |
Volkswagen Polo |
|
Length |
3995mm |
3985mm |
3995mm |
3955mm |
3971mm |
Width |
1745mm |
1734mm |
1745mm |
1694mm |
1682mm |
Height |
1510mm |
1505mm |
1510mm |
1544mm |
1469mm |
Wheelbase |
2520mm |
2570mm |
2520mm |
2530mm |
2469mm |
Boot space |
339 litres |
285 litres |
339 litres |
354 litres |
280 litres |
The comparison of the dimensions reveals that the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the middle of the road. It’s the longest and the widest but doesn’t have the longest wheelbase. It has a reasonably large boot space but it’s not the largest in this comparison. It manages to offer a respectable cabin space without compromising on the boot space.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Petrol Variant Prices
MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO Non-Hybrid | PRICE | EX-DELHI |
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Sigma |
Delta |
Zeta |
Alpha |
|
Petrol Manual |
Rs. 5,58,602 |
Rs. 6,36,612 |
Rs. 6,97,912 |
Rs. 7,58,212 |
Difference |
X |
Rs. 1,32,000 |
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Petrol Automatic |
X |
Rs. 7,68,612 |
Rs. 8,29,912 |
Rs. 8,90,212 |
As you can see, the automatic variants of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno are Rs. 1.32 lakh more expensive than the manual variants.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Petrol Engine Specs
In the engine specs, the power and torque figures stay the same regardless of whether you pick the manual or the CVT automatic transmission. But the automatic loses about 1.5kmpl in fuel efficiency.
Powertrain |
Petrol |
Drivetrain |
Front-wheel drive |
Transmission |
5-speed Manual / CVT Automatic |
Variants on offer |
Delta | Zeta | Alpha |
Displacement |
1.2-litre |
Maximum power |
83PS @ 6000RPM |
Peak torque |
113Nm @ 4200RPM |
Fuel Economy |
21kmpl MT / 19.56kmpl AT |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Delta Petrol Automatic Features (Rs. 7,68,612) - Buy if you can’t stretch budget
Since the automatic transmission isn’t available in the Sigma variant, Delta is where we start. Skipping the base variant itself adds quite a few cosmetic as well as functional features to the car. In the entertainment department, there’s a 4-speaker music system with Bluetooth, aux and USB connectivity. On the functional side, the Delta variant gets LED projector headlamps, electrically-adjustable and foldable outside mirrors, automatic AC, 60:40 split rear-seat backrest, remote central locking and rear power windows.
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Basic safety features are anyways available across the range and the Delta variant further adds rear defogger with washer and wiper. Dual front airbags, ABS, rear parking sensors and a crash-compliant platform remain standard across the range.
Functional features |
Safety features |
Cosmetic features |
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable ORVM with Auto Fold Function |
Dual front airbags |
LED Projector Headlamps |
Turn Indicators on ORVM |
ABS+EBD |
LED Tail Lamps |
Infotainment System with 4 Speakers AUX-in, USB & Bluetooth Connectivity |
Reverse parking sensors |
Body-Coloured Bumpers |
Audio & Bluetooth Controls on steering wheel |
Rear Wiper & Washer |
Body-Coloured ORVM |
Electric Power Steering with Tilt Function |
Rear Defogger with Timer |
Rear Spoiler |
Multi-Information Display- Coloured |
Seat Belt Reminder - Driver + Passenger |
Metal Finish Inside Door Handles |
Front & Rear Power Windows- with Driver Side Auto Up-Down with Safety |
Seat belt pre-tensioners - Driver & Passenger |
|
Auto AC |
Speed Alert Warning |
|
Front & Rear Seat Adjustable Headrest |
Engine Immobilizer |
|
60:40 Split Rear Seat |
ISOFIX |
|
Front & Rear Power Outlet |
Central Locking |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta Petrol Automatic Features (Rs. 8,29,912) - The BEST Baleno variant to buy
For an additional sum of Rs. 61,300, the Zeta variant of the Maruti Baleno petrol automatic replaces the 2-din music system for a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple Carplay. It also replaces the steel rims with machined alloy wheels. Additional functional features include keyless entry with push-button start, tilt+telescopic steering, front armrest, height-adjustable driver’s seat and a luggage lamp.
Functional features |
Safety features |
Cosmetic features |
Touchscreen Infotainment System with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay |
Fog Lamps |
Chrome Finish Outside Door Handles |
Keyless Entry with Smart Key |
Alloy Wheels |
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Push Button Start/Stop |
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat |
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Height Adjust Tilt & Telescopic Steering |
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Front Center Armrest with Storage |
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Luggage Lamp |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Alpha Petrol Automatic Features (Rs. 8,90,212) - Not a good value
For another Rs. 60,300, the Alpha variant adds automatic headlamps, auto-dimming inside mirrors, rear parking camera, LED DRLs, leather-wrapped steering wheel and UV-blocking windows.
Functional features |
Safety features |
Cosmetic features |
Automatic Headlamps |
Follow Me Home |
Headlamps - LED DRL |
Leather Steering Wheel |
Parking Assist- Rear Camera |
|
Auto-Dimming IRVM |
Solar Glass UV Cut |
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno Petrol Automatic Variant Comparison - Verdict
There’s nothing ground-breaking in the Alpha. Go for the Baleno Alpha variant only if you want all that it has to offer and have the cash for it. If you want value, the Zeta has it in bulk. It adds far too many features for a similar jump in price over the Delta thus warranting an upgrade. But the Alpha variant doesn’t add that many functional or cosmetic features to the package. As if, Maruti Suzuki intentionally didn’t want you to upgrade to the Alpha but they definitely wanted you to get the Zeta.
Variant |
Price (ex - Delhi) |
What To Do? |
Delta CVT |
Rs 7.69 lakh |
Consider/Buy only if budget is a constraint |
Zeta CVT |
Rs 8.30 lakh |
Best Value For Money |
Alpha CVT |
Rs. 8.90 lakh |
Variant To Avoid |
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