Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Should you buy Hyundai i20 or Maruti Suzuki Baleno? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Hyundai i20 price starts at Rs 6 Lakh ex-showroom for Era (Petrol) and Maruti Suzuki Baleno price starts Rs 5.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol). i20 has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Suzuki Baleno has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the i20 has a mileage of 20 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Suzuki Baleno has a mileage of 30.61 km/kg (Petrol top model).

i20 Vs Suzuki Baleno

Key Highlights	Hyundai i20	Maruti Suzuki Baleno
On Road Price	Rs.12,18,833^*	Rs.10,32,135^*
Mileage (city)	-	19 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1197	1197
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

Hyundai i20
Asta Opt iVT Knight
10.48 Lakh^*
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Alpha AMT
9.17 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Asta Opt iVT Knight	Alpha AMT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.12,18,833^*	Rs.10,32,135^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.23,579/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.20,439/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.51,331	Rs.46,517
User Rating	4.5 Based on 178 Reviews	4.4 Based on 726 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.5,289
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Basic Information

Variant

Asta Opt iVT Knight

Alpha AMT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.12,18,833^*

Rs.10,32,135^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.23,579/month

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Rs.20,439/month

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Insurance

Rs.51,331

Rs.46,517

User Rating

4.5

Based on 178 Reviews

4.4

Based on 726 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,289

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	1.2 l Kappa	1.2 L K Series Engine
Displacement (cc)	1197	1197
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	87bhp@6000rpm	88.50bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	114.7Nm@4200rpm	113Nm@4400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	IVT	5-Speed AMT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.2 l Kappa

1.2 L K Series Engine

Displacement (cc)

1197

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

87bhp@6000rpm

88.50bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

114.7Nm@4200rpm

113Nm@4400rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

IVT

5-Speed AMT

Drive Type

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	19
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	24
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	20	22.94
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	37	37
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	-	180

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Shock Absorbers Type	Gas Type	-
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	4.85
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	180
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3995	3990
Width (mm)	1775	1745
Height (mm)	1505	1500
Wheel Base (mm)	2580	2520
Kerb Weight (kg)	-	940-960
Grossweight (kg)	-	1410
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	311	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	311	318

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Yes
Massage Seats	-	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	No	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	-	No
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	No	-
Voice assisted sunroof	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Normal-Sport	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	No
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	Ambient light	-
Additional Features	Sunglass holder, Rear parcel tray more	Rear Parcel Shelf more
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	4.2
Upholstery	Leather	Fabric

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Fiery RedTyphoon SilverFiery Red With Abyss BlackStarry NightAtlas WhiteAtlas White With Abyss BlackTitan GreyAmazon GreyTitanium Black+4 Morei20 Colours	Arctic WhiteOpulent RedGrandeur GreyLuxe BeigeBluish BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+2 MoreBaleno Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Headlamp Washers	-	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	-	No
Side Stepper	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	-	No
Roof Rails	-	No
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	No
Fog Lights	-	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	-
Sunroof	Single Pane	No
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Puddle Lamps	Yes	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	No
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	No
Blind Spot Camera	-	No
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	No
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	3	-
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	3	-
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	-	4
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	-	3

Safety

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	-
PUC Expiry	-	No
Insurance Expiry	-	No
E-Manual	-	No
Digital Car Key	-	No
Inbuilt Assistant	-	No
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Live Weather	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
SOS Button	Yes	-
RSA	Yes	-
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	Yes	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	No	No
Remote Boot Open	-	No

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	9
Android Auto	No	Yes
Apple Car Play	No	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	Wireless Apple Carplay & Android Auto more	SmartPlay Pro+, Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, Surround Sense powered by ARKAMYS more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	2
Subwoofer	1	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Hyundai i20
- Looks like a youth friendly hatchback which never fails to grab attention
- Space: Can seat three people at the back in comfort
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
- Spacious interior: Seats four adults, including two 6-footers back-to-back with ease.
- Good adjustability: Gets tilt and telescopic steering adjustment and height adjustable driver seat.
- Dependable petrol engine: Refined, peppy and efficient for city usage.
- Comfortable ride quality: Maintains comfort even over bad roads.
- Good storage options: Practical cabin and 318-litres of boot space can accommodate multiple suitcases.

Hyundai i20
- Single NA petrol engine: No option of diesel and turbo-petrol limited to N Line version
- Stiff ride quality: Could be more comfortable for a family car
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
- AMT transmission: Not as smooth or quick as the CVT or DCT offered with its rivals.
- Soft seat cushioning may hamper comfort for long drives.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage Hyundai i20 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno?

A ) The mileage of i20 is 20 kmpl & the mileage of Suzuki Baleno is 22.94 kmpl. Maruti Suzuki Baleno gives better mileage than Hyundai i20.

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