Maruti Baleno vs Maruti Ciaz

Should you buy Maruti Baleno or Maruti Ciaz? 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. Maruti Baleno price starts at Rs 6.70 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol) and Maruti Ciaz price starts Rs 9.41 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol). Baleno has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Ciaz has 1462 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Baleno has a mileage of 30.61 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the Ciaz has a mileage of 20.65 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Baleno Vs Ciaz

Key Highlights	Maruti Baleno	Maruti Ciaz
On Road Price	Rs.10,98,072^*	Rs.14,06,837^*
Mileage (city)	19 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1197	1462
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Maruti Baleno
Rs9.92 Lakh^*
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Maruti Ciaz
Rs12.31 Lakh^*
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Maruti Baleno
Alpha AMT
9.92 Lakh^*
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Maruti Ciaz
Alpha AT
12.31 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Alpha AMT	Alpha AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.10,98,072^*	Rs.14,06,837^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.21,298/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.27,135/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.31,002	Rs.34,797
User Rating	4.4 Based on 614 Reviews	4.5 Based on 735 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	Rs.5,289.2	-
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Alpha AMT

Alpha AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.10,98,072^*

Rs.14,06,837^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.21,298/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.27,135/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.31,002

Rs.34,797

User Rating

4.4

Based on 614 Reviews

4.5

Based on 735 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,289.2

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	1.2 L K Series Engine	K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine
Displacement (cc)	1197	1462
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	88.50bhp@6000rpm	103.25bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	113Nm@4400rpm	138Nm@4400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	-	DOHC
Turbo Charger	No	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	5-Speed AMT	4 Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.2 L K Series Engine

K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine

Displacement (cc)

1197

1462

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

88.50bhp@6000rpm

103.25bhp@6000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	19	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	24	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	22.94	20.04
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	37	43
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	180	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.85	5.4
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	180	-
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	16	16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	16	16
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Power

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3990	4490
Width (mm)	1745	1730
Height (mm)	1500	1485
Wheel Base (mm)	2520	2650
Kerb Weight (kg)	940-960	-
Grossweight (kg)	1410	1530
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	318	510
No. of Doors	5	4
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	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
Cooled Glovebox	No	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	-
Gear Shift Indicator	No	No
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Battery Saver	Yes	-
Additional Features	fast charging USB (Both A&C type), Auto diing IRVM, Co-Dr Vanity Lamp, Gear Position Indicator, Suzuki Connect Remote Functions(Door Lock/Cancel Lock, Hazard Light ON/OFF, Headlight OFF, Alarm, Iobilizer Request, Battery Health)	-
Massage Seats	No	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	No	-
Glove Box Light	No	-
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Rear Window Sunblind	No	-
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	No	Yes
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	No	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	No	-
Additional Features	Rear Parcel Shelf, Front Center Sliding Armrest, Front Footwell lamp, MID (TFT Color Display), leatherette wrapped steering wheel, Suzuki Connect Trips and Driving Behaviour(Trip Suary, Driving Behaviour, Share Trip History, Area Guidance, Vehicle location Sharing)	Chrome Garnish (Steering Wheel, Inside Door Handles,AC Louvers Knob, Parking Brake Lever),Eco Illumination,Wooden Finish on I/P & Door Garnish,Satin Finish on AC Louvers (Front&Rear),Chrome Finish on Floor Console,Rear Centre Armrest (With Cup Holders),Footwell Lamps(Driver,Passenger),Sunglass Holder,
Digital Cluster	Yes	Semi
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	4.2	-
Upholstery	Fabric	Leather
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	Pearl Arctic WhiteOpulent RedGrandeur GreyLuxe BeigeBluish BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+2 MoreBaleno Colours	Pearl Arctic WhitePearl Metallic Dignity BrownOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofPearl Midnight BlackGrandeur Grey With BlackGrandeur GreyPearl Metallic Dignity Brown With BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+5 MoreCiaz Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	SedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Headlamp Washers	No	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Roof Carrier	No	-
Sun Roof	No	-
Side Stepper	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	-	Yes
Smoke Headlamps	No	-
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	No	No
Roof Rails	No	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Body coloured bumpers & ORVMs, NEXWave grille with chrome finish, Back door chrome garnish, Chrome plated door handles, UV cut glasses, Precision cut Alloy wheels, NEXTre LED DRL	Dual Tone Exterior,Split Rear Combination LampsLED Rear Combination Lamps,Chrome Accents on Front Grille,Trunk Lid Chrome Garnish,Door Beltline Garnish,Body Coloured ORVMs,Body Coloured Door Handles(Chrome),Front Fog Lamp Ornament(Chrome),Rear Reflector Ornament(Chrome),
Automatic Headlamps	No	-
Fog Lights	Front	Front
Antenna	-	Glass
Sunroof	No	-
Boot Opening	Manual	Manual
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	No	-
Puddle Lamps	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
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Available Colours

Pearl Arctic WhiteOpulent RedGrandeur GreyLuxe BeigeBluish Black+2 MoreBaleno Colours

Pearl Arctic WhitePearl Metallic Dignity BrownOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofPearl Midnight Black+5 MoreCiaz Colours

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

SedanAll Sedan Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	-
Side Airbag Rear	No	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	No	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver	Driver
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	-
Knee Airbags	No	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-
Blind Spot Monitor	No	-
Blind Spot Camera	No	-
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	No	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	-
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Curtain Airbag	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Anti Theft Alarm

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	-
Remote Immobiliser	Yes	-
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	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	-
E-Call & I-Call	No	-
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	-
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
Tow Away Alert	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	Yes	-
Valet Mode	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	No	-
Remote Boot Open	No	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

PUC Expiry

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	9	7
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	SmartPlay Pro+, Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, Surround Sense powered by ARKAMYS	-
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Maruti Baleno
- Spacious interior
- Well built on the inside and out. Fitment quality feels premium now
- Well-loaded features list
- Refined and enjoyable to use petrol engine
- Comfortable ride quality even over bad roads
Maruti Ciaz
- Space. A genuine 5-seater sedan; gobbles up the family happily
- Fuel efficiency. Mild-hybrid tech on petrol ensures the wallet remains fat
- Well-equipped lower variants. You don’t really have to buy the top-spec for a premium experience
- Value for money. Aggressive pricing undercuts most of its competition

Maruti Baleno
- AMT is good but not as sophisticated as CVT/DCT
- Seat cushioning is very soft which may cause problems for long drives.
- Boot loading lip is very high
- Not a sporty car to drive
Maruti Ciaz
- Misses out on a few good to have features such as a sunroof, six airbags, etc
- Automatic is an old 4-speed torque converter.

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Rs.9.41 - 12.31 Lakh^*
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Rs.9.41 - 12.31 Lakh^*
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Maruti Baleno and Maruti Ciaz?

A ) Maruti Baleno price starts at ₹6.70 Lakh & Maruti Ciaz price starts at ₹9.41 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti Baleno is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage Maruti Baleno and Maruti Ciaz?

A ) The mileage of Baleno is 22.94 kmpl & the mileage of Ciaz is 20.04 kmpl. Maruti Baleno gives better mileage than Maruti Ciaz.

FAQs

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