Maruti Suzuki Baleno

The 2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift launched on September 5, 2026 at a starting price of Rs 5.99 lakh, ex-showroom. The updated model brings significant updates to Maruti's flagship NEXA hatchback. It features a new ultra-efficient powertrain, major safety tech updates and several segment-first comfort and convenience features.

Maruti Baleno Price

The new Baleno is available in 4 trim levels - Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha - and in total of 13 variants. The Maruti Baleno price in India starts at ₹5.99 Lakhs* for the entry-level variant and extends up to ₹9.99 Lakhs* for the top-end variant, ex-showroom, Pan-India. 

Key Features of the Maruti Baleno

The new Baleno comes with redesigned front fascia, featuring a larger "NEXWave" 3-slat chrome grille, LED projector headlamps with 3-block signature LED daytime running lamps and new rectangular LED fog lamps integrated into a new bumper. Other design highlights include C-shaped LED tail-lamps connected by a chrome strip, 16-inch dual-tone precision-cut alloy wheels, shark-fin antenna, chrome door handles and others.

The new Baleno comes equipped with 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen infotainment unit with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support. It gets a premium 6-speaker Clarion Audio System, connected car tech with 40+ features including remote AC control, geo-fencing, vehicle tracking, speed alert and smartwatch/Alexa integration. The premium hatchback also gets fast charging USB Type-A and Type-C ports for both front and rear passengers.

The new Baleno comes with segment first ventilated front seats, wireless smartphone charger with active cooling, semi-leatherette dual-tone Black & Blue interior theme, automatic climate control with rear AC vents, and tilt & telescopic adjustment for steering wheel. Other key features include height adjustable driver seat, sliding front center armrest with storage, 60:40 split rear seats, push button start/stop with smart keyless entry, ambient footwell lighting, all-4 power windows with Auto-Up/Down driver window, and electrically adjustable & auto-folding ORVMs.

Safety Features

As standard, the Baleno gets six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill-Hold Assist, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Rear Window Defogger and 3-Point Seatbelts for all 5 occupants. The higher-spec also gets 360-degree surround view camera, tyre pressure monitoring system, Head-Up Display (HUD), reverse parking sensors & dynamic rearview camera, and Auto-Dimming IRVM.

The new Maruti Baleno also has the segment-first LEVEL 2 ADAS suite with features like Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist & Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning and Automatic High-Beam Assist.

Engine Options

The new Baleno is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, naturally-aspirated petrol engine that also powers the Swift and Dzire. This engine is capable of producing 81 bhp and 112.4 Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. The hatchback also gets the factory fitted CNG kit, which offers 70 PS and 102 Nm, and is paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. 

Maruti Baleno Mileage

The Maruti Baleno petrol manual is claimed to deliver an ARAI certified fuel economy of 23.80kmpl, while the AMT version delivers 24.77kmpl. The Baleno CNG is claimed to return an ARAI mileage of 33.61 km/kg.

Dimensions and Boot Space

The Baleno measures 3990mm in length, 1745mm in width and 1530mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2520mm. The hatchback has a ground clearance of 170mm. It offers a boot space of 318-litres, good enough to carry weekend travel bags.

Colour Options

Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift is available in 7 colour choices, including the newly added Enigmatic Teal, Nexa Blue, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Splendid Silver, Opulent Red and Bluish Black. 

Competition Check

The new Maruti Baleno directly rivals the Tata Altroz and Hyundai i20 in the premium hatchback category. The hatchback scores with higher with segment-first features like LEVEL 2 ADAS and Ventilated front seats. On the other hand, the Altroz is the only model in the category to secure full 5-star crash test rating.