Maruti Baleno Petrol, CNG Variants Explained — Which One To Buy?

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Maruti Baleno you should buy based on ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2025 Baleno’s petrol and CNG variants and their features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the 2025 Maruti Baleno with its competitors and other petrol and CNG-powered B2-segment hatchbacks like Hyundai i20, the new Tata Altroz and Toyota Glanza.

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Update (July 3, 2025): Maruti Suzuki have revised the prices of the Baleno 2025. This update of the Maruti Baleno variants explained article includes the latest prices and buying recommendations for each variant.

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What Are The Pros And Cons Of Maruti Baleno Petrol And CNG?

The pros or advantages of Maruti Baleno are:

  • Standard features such as auto AC, tilt steering, all power windows, central locking, projector headlamps, 5x 3-point seatbelts and rear defogger make it a compelling package for budget buyers
  • One of the rare cars in the B2 segment with a CNG bi-fuel option — No longer applicable after Altroz CNG
  • Best-in-class fuel efficiency of almost 23kmpl
  • Affordable and efficient AMT automatic costs just Rs. 55,000 Rs. 50,000 more than manual and is available in 3 of the 4 variants
  • Wide sales and service network, easy availability of spares and skilled labour of the Baleno will make it easy to own and maintain
  • Good resale value because of high popularity and demand in new as well as used market
  • For what (ever) it’s worth, a respectable 4-star BNCAP crash test rating

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno has the following shortcomings or problems:

  • No diesel engine option (available in the Altroz) and no turbo petrol engine option (available in Altroz, i20)
  • Missing features like rear armrest, tyre pressure monitoring and sunroof
  • While the AMT automatic keeps the cost in check, some premium hatchback buyers prefer a smoother and refined CVT, DCT or TC automatic; Altroz offer DCT while i20 offers CVT option
  • Boot space with the CNG kit is almost non-existent; the Altroz offers a usable 211-litre cargo volume even with the factory-CNG kit
  • Most of the new and unique features are reserved for the Alpha variant, which carries a slightly higher incremental price, making it a little difficult to justify the upgrade
  • Poor feature distribution not only leaves some features out of the equation but also reserves some useful ones for higher variants, where you have to pay for some useless features (for instance, you have to pay for alloy wheels to get 4 extra airbags and front armrest and you still don’t get cruise control; you have to pay for machined alloy wheels, head-up display and 360 camera to get tinted windows and cruise control and you still don’t get rear armrest and TPMS)

What Is The Price Of Maruti Suzuki Baleno Petrol, CNG Variants?

The Maruti Baleno is available with a CNG-manual, petrol-manual and petrol-automatic powertrains. The petrol-manual combination is available in all 4 variants with prices ranging from Rs. 6.70 lakh for the base model and going up to Rs. 9.42 lakh for the top model. The petrol-automatic powertrain is available in the higher 3 variants for an additional price of Rs. 50,000. The Delta variant is the most affordable option with the petrol-automatic and it costs Rs. 8.04 lakh. The most expensive, Alpha variant of the Baleno with the petrol-automatic costs Rs. 9.92 lakh.

The CNG-manual powertrain is available in the mid-spec Delta and Zeta variants with an ex-showroom price of Rs. 8.44 lakh and Rs. 9.37 lakh, respectively. These prices are Rs. 90,000 higher than those of the respective petrol-manual variants.

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO PRICES

EX-SHOWROOM | JULY 2025

Variant

CNG-Manual

Difference

Petrol-Manual

Difference

Petrol-Auto

Sigma

-

-

Rs. 6,70,000

-

-

Delta

Rs. 8,44,000

Rs. 90,000

Rs. 7,54,000

Rs. 50,000

Rs. 8,04,000

Zeta

Rs. 9,37,000

Rs. 90,000

Rs. 8,47,000

Rs. 50,000

Rs. 8,97,000

Alpha

-

-

Rs. 9,42,000

Rs. 50,000

Rs. 9,92,000

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Maruti Baleno Sigma — Base Model Features

The base Sigma variant of the Maruti Baleno hatchback only comes with the 1.2L normal petrol engine and a manual transmission and costs Rs. 6.70 lakh (ex-showroom). The most notable features of the Baleno’s Sigma base model are:

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO SIGMA

BASE MODEL FEATURES

Safety

Style & Functional

Std. safety features

All power windows

Halogen projector headlamps

Auto AC

Rear defogger

Tilt steering

Remote central locking

One-touch up/down driver window

Day/night inside mirror

Black outside mirror, door handles

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) w/ auto-hold

Body coloured bumpers

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

15-inch steel wheels

Front seatbelt pretensioner

LED tail lamps

ISOFIX

All adjustable headrests

Seatbelt w/ pretensioners & reminders

Internally-adjustable outside mirrors

5x 3-point seatbelts

 

In the base variant, you might miss features like:

  • TPMS
  • Rear parcel tray
  • Steering mounted controls
  • Height-adjustable driver seat
  • Rear parking camera
  • Power mirrors
  • Music system
  • Wheel covers

The base model of the Baleno gets a few must-have features but also misses out on some. Since the price jump to the next variant is too much for the additional features, we will suggest you buy the base variant and add some aftermarket accessories. Given the poor value score of the next variant, we reckon this is a better option.

Maruti Baleno Sigma vs Delta Variant — Price, Feature Comparison

The Baleno Delta petrol-manual costs Rs. 7.54 lakh, which is Rs. 84,000 more than the Sigma. Delta and higher variants also get the option of a 5-speed AMT automatic for an additional Rs. 50,000. The Delta AMT costs Rs. 8.04 lakh. The Delta variant also gets the option of CNG-manual powertrain for an additional Rs. 90,000 and it costs Rs. 8.44 lakh (ex-showroom).

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO SIGMA vs DELTA

PRICE COMPARISON

 

Sigma

Difference

Delta

CNG-Manual

-

-

Rs. 8,44,000

Difference

-

 

Rs. 90,000

Petrol-Manual

Rs. 6,70,000

Rs. 84,000

Rs. 7,54,000

Difference

-

 

Rs. 50,000

Petrol-Automatic

-

-

Rs. 8,04,000

The Delta variant gets the following extra features over the Baleno base model:

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO DELTA

FEATURES OVER SIGMA

Entertainment & Functional

Safety & Style

7-inch touchscreen

Body coloured door handles, outside mirrors

Wired Apple CarPlay

Turn indicators on outside mirrors

Wired Android Auto

Wheel covers

Steering-mounted controls

Power mirrors with power folding

4x speakers

Rear parcel tray

60-40 split-folding rear seatbacks (CNG only) 

Chrome grille

In this variant, you might miss features like:

  • Front armrest
  • TPMS
  • Height-adjustable driver seat
  • 60-40 split-folding rear seatbacks

The Delta variant adds a bunch of must-have features, but this upgrade is not recommended as it only justifies about 60% of the cost over the base variant. With the automatic, it’s slightly better at 75%. If you’re interested in the Baleno Delta, we would recommend you either stretch your budget for the Zeta, which is our top recommendation. Alternatively, you can also contain your expense by buying the Sigma base variant and adding some aftermarket accessories. This is also a good option from a value and financial angle.

Maruti Baleno Petrol Delta vs Zeta Variant — Price, Feature Comparison

The Baleno Zeta costs Rs. 8.47 lakh with the manual and Rs. 8.97 lakh with the automatic. With the CNG bi-fuel option, this variant costs Rs. 9.37 lakh. This is a price jump of Rs. 93,000 over the lower Delta variant.

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO DELTA vs ZETA

 PRICE COMPARISON

 

Delta

Difference

Zeta

CNG-Manual

Rs. 8,44,000

Rs. 93,000

Rs. 9,37,000

Difference

Rs. 90,000

 

Rs. 90,000

Petrol-Manual

Rs. 7,54,000

Rs. 93,000

Rs. 8,47,000

Difference

Rs. 50,000

 

Rs. 50,000

Petrol-Automatic

Rs. 8,04,000

Rs. 93,000

Rs. 8,97,000

The Baleno Zeta gets the following additional features over Delta:

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO ZETA

FEATURES OVER DELTA

Entertainment & Style

Functional & Safety

Wireless Apple Carplay

Auto headlamps

Height-adjustable driver seat

Wireless Android Auto

Rear AC vents

60-40 split-folding rear seatbacks

2x tweeters

Telescopic steering 

Keyless entry with push-button start/stop

Voice commands w/ Alexa connect

Follow-me-home headlamps

Rear parking camera

OTA updates

1x rear fast USB C port

Rear wiper & washer

Telematics

1x rear USB A port

Front armrest

16-inch alloy wheels

2x curtain airbags

Fog lamps

Chrome door handles

2x front side thorax airbags

LED projector headlamps

Coloured MID

Front footwell lamp

 

Chrome detailing on fog lamps

   

In this variant, you may miss features like:

  • TPMS
  • Rear armrest
  • Cruise control
  • Fog lamps
  • Machined alloy wheels
  • Tinted windows

The Zeta variant of the Baleno adds most of the must-have features but it also includes some good-to-have features. Because of the addition of some features with high perceived cost but low functionality, such as alloy wheels, the value quotient is quite well justified. Its VFM score is 113% with petrol-manual, 110% with petrol-automatic and 90% with CNG-manual. This is naturally our top recommendation for most Baleno buyers even though it misses out on some features.

Maruti Baleno Petrol Zeta vs Alpha Variant — Price, Feature Comparison

The Baleno’s Alpha top model costs Rs. 9.42 lakh with the manual and Rs. 9.92 lakh with the automatic. This variant is Rs. 95,000 more expensive than the lower Zeta variant.

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO ZETA vs ALPHA | PRICE COMPARISON

 

Zeta

Difference

Alpha

CNG-Manual

Rs. 9,37,000

-

-

Difference

Rs. 90,000

 

-

Petrol-Manual

Rs. 8,47,000

Rs. 95,000

Rs. 9,42,000

Difference

Rs. 50,000

 

Rs. 50,000

Petrol-Automatic

Rs. 8,97,000

Rs. 95,000

Rs. 9,92,000

The Baleno top model Alpha gets the following additional features over the Baleno Zeta:

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO ALPHA

FEATURES OVER ZETA

Safety

Entertainment

Functional

Style

360-degree parking camera

9-inch touchscreen

Head-up display

LED DRLs

Auto-dimming inside mirror

Arkamys sound system

Cruise control

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

LED fog lamps

 

Auto-folding outside mirrors

Machined alloy wheels

UV cut windows

 

Passenger vanity mirror

 

In this variant, you may miss features like:

  • Rear armrest
  • TPMS
  • Sunroof (available in i20 and Altroz)

The top variant of the Baleno gets a few high-cost but low functionality features such as LED DRLs, machined alloy wheels, larger touchscreen and a head-up display. Since we have to factor in the value of these features, it ends up easily justifying the incremental cost over the base variant with all the additional features. So from a value angle, this variant is worth buying if you value these features and don’t mind stretching the budget. However, it doesn’t add enough compelling features to earn the top recommendation.

Which Variant Of The Maruti Baleno Petrol, CNG Should You Buy?

Let’s start with the buying recommendation for the petrol-manual variants of the Baleno.

Among the 4 variants, the base model lacks a few must-have features while the higher Delta variant offers some of them. But, the upgrade to the Delta trim is a fair bit overpriced for what it adds to the feature list. So, we’ll suggest you either jump straight to Zeta or buy the Sigma base trim and add some aftermarket accessories.

Moving on, the Zeta variant manages to more than justify the incremental cost from the base trim because of features with high perceived cost such as alloy wheels. While some of its features may not be relevant for you, the sheer value quotient and the balanced feature mix makes it compelling enough to make the Zeta our top recommendation. From here, the Alpha is not a bad option either from a value standpoint. But it doesn’t add enough must-have features to warrant an upgrade. If you have the budget and value some of its features, then you should totally buy the top variant.

Among the 3 AMT automatic variants, the Delta pales in comparison with the Zeta, which offers 110% value for money with the features over the base variant. Naturally, the Zeta trim is our top recommendation while Alpha is worth considering if you don’t mind some of the less useful features like head-up display and larger touchscreen.

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO PETROL

BUYING RECOMMENDATION

Petrol-Manual

Variant

VFM %

Price

Recommendation

Sigma

100%

Rs. 6,70,000

Suitable for budget buyers.

Personalisation recommended.

Delta

60%

Rs. 7,54,000

Not recommended.

Zeta

113%

Rs. 8,47,000

Top recommended.

Alpha

102%

Rs. 9,42,000

Can consider

Petrol-Automatic

Variant

VFM %

Price

Recommendation

Delta

75%

Rs. 8,04,000

Not recommended

Zeta

110%

Rs. 8,97,000

Top recommended

Alpha

101%

Rs. 9,92,000

Can consider

CNG-Manual

Variant

VFM %

Price

Recommendation

Delta

53%

Rs. 8,44,000

Not recommended

Zeta

90%

Rs. 9,37,000

Top recommended

Just like the petrol variants, among the 2 CNG options, the Zeta is the only one worth buying. The Delta variant barely manages to break past the 50% VFM score. This is after we factored in the considerable drop in performance, boot space and lower fuel cost with Delhi fuel prices for a 50,000km of driving during the ownership. It also came as a positive surprise that the Baleno CNG managed to achieve such a high score. Since we have started including performance and boot space differences a few months ago, only the Altroz CNG car has managed to achieve a 90% or higher score.

What Are The Engine Specifications Of The Maruti Baleno Petrol, CNG?

The Baleno gets the 1.2L normal petrol engine with the 5-speed manual and 5-speed automatic transmission options. In this segment, Baleno offers the best power output figures. 

Naturally, it’s the most fuel efficient car in its class, handily beating its rivals with at least 10% or better mileage figures. Its torque output remain on par with most other premium hatchbacks, which are available with a normal petrol engine.

MARUTI SUZUKI BALENO PETROL VS RIVALS

NORMAL PETROL ENGINE SPEC COMPARISON

 

Baleno & Glanza

Altroz

i20

Engine

1.2L Normal

1.2L Normal

1.2L Normal

Cylinder

4

3

4

Displacement

1197cc

1199cc

1197cc

Power

90PS @ 6000rpm

88PS @ 6000rpm

83PS @ 6300rpm

Torque

113Nm @ 4400rpm

115Nm @ 3250rpm

115Nm @ 4500rpm

Manual

5-speed

5-speed

5-speed

Manual FE

22.35kmpl

19.33kmpl*

20.35kmpl

Automatic 

5AMT

5AMT

6DCT

CVT

Auto FE

22.94kmpl

19.0kmpl*

18.5kmpl*

19.65kmpl

*Estimated

As a B2-segment CNG hatchback buyer, you will have 3 options – Altroz, Baleno and Glanza. Since the Baleno and Glanza share the powertrains, there isn’t any difference in performance either. The Baleno CNG makes almost 77PS of power and almost 99Nm of torque with the 1.2L normal CNG engine. The mileage figure, though, is astonishing at 30.61kmpkg. With a CNG engine, you have to drive the Maruti Baleno 64,000km more to breakeven the upfront cost as the CNG engine only justifies 44% of its value.

The Altroz has similar power output but a slightly better torque coming in at a lower RPM. However,we don’t expect the Altroz to challenge the Japanese CNG hatchbacks in terms of mileage figures.

MARUTI BALENO CNG VS RIVALS

CNG ENGINE SPEC COMPARISON

 

Baleno & Glanza

Altroz

Engine

1.2L Normal

1.2L Normal

Cylinder

4

3

Displacement

1197cc

1199cc

Power

77PS @ 6000rpm

74PS @ 6000rpm

Torque

99Nm @ 4300rpm

103Nm @ 3250rpm

Manual

5-speed

5-speed

Manual FE

30.61kmpkg

26.90kmpkg

*Estimated

You can use our Fuel Cost Calculator to see how any petrol, diesel or CNG car will cost to run based on the latest fuel price in your city.

Fuel Cost Calculator in India

What Are The Dimensions Of The Maruti Baleno?

The Baleno is about the same size as the older Baleno. The only notable difference is in the boot space, which is slightly smaller than the older Baleno’s. In terms of dimensions, the i20 is easily the largest car in this class with the widest body and the longest wheelbase. The Altroz is another noteworthy car in this segment. The top feature worth talking about the Altroz is its factory-CNG kit. Even with the CNG cylinders, it offers a usable 210 litres of boot space.

MARUTI BALENO vs COMPETITION

DIMENSION COMPARISON

 

Baleno

Glanza

i20

Altroz

Length

3990mm

3995mm

3995mm

3990mm

Width

1745mm

1745mm

1775mm

1755mm

Height

1500mm

1510mm

1505mm

1523mm

Wheelbase

2520mm

2520mm

2580mm

2501mm

Boot Space

318L

0L (CNG)

339L

0L (CNG)

311L

345L
211L (CNG)

Ground Clearance

170mm*

170mm

170mm

165mm

Fuel Tank

37L

37L

37L

37L

CNG Tank

55L

55L

-

60L

Tyre Size (Base)

185/65 R15

185/65 R15

185/65 R15

185/60 R16

Tyre Size (Top)

195/55 R16

195/55 R16

195/55 R16

185/60 R16

*Estimated

What Are The Colour Options Of The Maruti Baleno?

The Baleno is available in the following 7 exterior colour options:

  • Blue
  • Red
  • Beige (similar to copper brown)
  • White
  • Grey
  • Silver
  • Bluish black

To find out the variant-wise colour option availability of the Baleno, you can visit the following link:

Maruti Baleno – All Exterior Colour Options (Variant-wise)

Note: Here is a quick look at our length-based segmentation of cars to give you an idea of how we are classifying cars based on their size.

CLASSIFICATION OF CARS

UPDATED: MARCH 2023

SEGMENT

LENGTH

BODY STYLES

EXAMPLE

A Segment

< 3699mm

Hatchback

Alto K10, Celerio, Comet

SUV (Micro)

Exception: Kwid

S-Presso

       

B1 Segment

3700 - 3850mm

Hatchback

Grand i10 Nios, Swift, Tiago

SUV (Mini)

Punch, Ignis, Tiago NRG

       

B2 Segment

3850 - 3999mm

Hatchback

Altroz, Baleno, i20

Sedan

Dzire, Amaze, Aura

MPV

Triber

SUV (Sub-Compact)

Brezza, Nexon, Venue, Magnite, Altroz, C3, Kiger, Fronx, Sonet, XUV300

Off-Road

Thar, Jimny

       

C1 Segment

4000 - 4399mm

SUV (Compact)

Kushaq, Creta, Seltos, Grand Vitara, XUV400, Hyryder, Taigun, XUV400

MPV

Ertiga

       

C2 Segment

4400 - 4599mm

Sedan

City, Verna, Ciaz, Slavia, Virtus

SUV (Mid-size)

Alcazar, Scorpio Classic

MPV

Carens, XL6

       

D1 Segment

4600 - 4799mm

SUV (Large)

XUV700, Innova Hycross, Harrier, Safari, Hector Plus, Scorpio N, Ioniq 5, Kodiaq

Sedan

Octavia

MPV

Innova Crysta

       

D2 Segment

> 4800mm

SUV (Full-size)

Exception: Fortuner (5mm less)

Gloster

MPV

Carnival

Sedan

Superb, Camry

You can read more about vehicle segmentation at the following link:

Car Segments Explained - With Body Styles And Examples

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Saloni Chaudhary

Saloni is a skilled wordsmith with a degree in journalism and mass communications. Saloni is also a poetess who likes to capture the essence of human experiences, leaving an indelible imprint on the hearts of those who encounter her art. From reading about fashion, she also likes to read about classic motorcycles and vintage cars.

6 Comments

  1. M MAHESH KUMAR says:
    May 22 2022 15:00:43

    Dear Mahesh, Greetings to you, Your article on Baleno is really very interesting. I was planning to buy a Celerio full option and just came across your article. Baleno Delta is my budget - kindly share me your kind opinion. Regards, Mahesh

  2. A Avijnan Datta says:
    August 08 2022 12:33:56

    Thanks for this Article. I was stuck on Delta. Just booked Zeta.

  3. A Avijnan Datta says:
    August 08 2022 12:33:57

    Thanks for this Article. I was stuck on Delta. Just booked Zeta.

  4. R Ramesh says:
    September 03 2022 18:01:21

    Hi , thanks for the article my budget is in delta range , looking for automatic car kindly suggest me suitable variant

  5. C Car Hamro says:
    January 23 2024 15:11:00

    Great Articles. Thanks for sharing !!!

  6. K Karthikeyan says:
    April 04 2024 11:18:38

    Hi thanks for the article. I was confused to choose the variant with my budget. But this article helps me to choose Zeta.

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