Maruti Baleno vs Tata Zest

Baleno Vs Zest

Key Highlights	Maruti Baleno	Tata Zest
On Road Price	Rs.11,10,693^*	Rs.8,27,460^*
Mileage (city)	19 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1197	1193
Transmission	Automatic	Manual

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Variant
Maruti Baleno
Rs9.92 Lakh^*
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Variant
Tata Zest
Rs7.32 Lakh^*
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Brand / Model
Variant

Maruti Baleno
Alpha AMT
9.92 Lakh^*
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Tata Zest
Revotron 1.2 XT
7.32 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Alpha AMT	Revotron 1.2 XT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.11,10,693^*	Rs.8,27,460^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.21,558/month Get EMI Offers	No
Insurance	Rs.39,623	Rs.39,712
User Rating	4.4 Based on 628 Reviews	4.4 Based on 232 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	Rs.5,289.2	-
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Alpha AMT

Revotron 1.2 XT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.11,10,693^*

Rs.8,27,460^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.21,558/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.39,623

Rs.39,712

User Rating

4.4

Based on 628 Reviews

4.4

Based on 232 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	Revotron Engine
Displacement (cc)	1197	1193
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	88.50bhp@6000rpm	88.7bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	113Nm@4400rpm	140Nm@1500-4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	2
Valve Configuration	-	SOHC
Fuel Supply System	-	MPFi
Turbo Charger	No	Yes
Super Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Gearbox	5-Speed AMT	5 Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.2 L K Series Engine

Revotron Engine

Displacement (cc)

1197

1193

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

88.50bhp@6000rpm

88.7bhp@5000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	19	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	24	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	22.94	17.57
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	37	44
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS IV
Top Speed (kmph)	180	154
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Twist Beam
Shock Absorbers Type	-	Coil springs
Steering Type	Electric	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	4.85	5.1
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	180	154
0-100kmph (Seconds)	-	17
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	185/60 R15
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
Alloy Wheel Size	-	15
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	16	-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	16	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

MacPherson Strut

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Twist Beam

Shock Absorbers Type

Coil springs

Steering Type

Electric

Power

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3990	3995
Width (mm)	1745	1706
Height (mm)	1500	1570
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	170
Wheel Base (mm)	2520	2470
Kerb Weight (kg)	940-960	1115
Grossweight (kg)	1410	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	318	-
No. of Doors	5	4
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	No
Remote Trunk Opener	-	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	No
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	No
Lumbar Support	-	No
Active Noise Cancellation	No	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Navigation System	-	Yes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	No
Smart Access Card Entry	-	No
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	No
Cooled Glovebox	No	No
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	No
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	-	No
Central Console Armrest	-	No
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	No
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	-
Gear Shift Indicator	No	Yes
Rear Curtain	No	No
Luggage Hook And Net	-	No
Battery Saver	Yes	No
Lane Change Indicator	-	No
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)	Sun Visor Of Co Driver Side Foldable Key Reverse Park Guide Display
Massage Seats	No	No
Memory Function Seats	-	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	No
Autonomous Parking	No	No
Drive Modes	-	0
Glove Box Light	No	-
Rear Window Sunblind	No	-
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	No	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	No
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Remote Trunk Opener

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	-	Yes
Leather Seats	-	No
Fabric Upholstery	-	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	No	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	-	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	-	No
Cigarette Lighter	No	No
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	-	No
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	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)	Rugby Shoulder Seats Aluminum Finish Gear Shift Lever Key Ring Illumination Door Co-Ordinated Cabin Lights Door Trim With Fabric Inserts Storage Drawer Under Co Driver Seat Door Open Display Distance To Empty Info Digital Fuel Gauge Ambient Temperature Display Dual Tone Java Black and Latte Interior Scheme Door-Open Display LED Bar Graph Fuel and Temperature Gauge
Digital Cluster	Yes	-
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	4.2	-
Upholstery	Fabric	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Pearl Arctic WhiteOpulent RedGrandeur GreyLuxe BeigeBluish BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+2 MoreBaleno Colours	-
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	SedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights Front	-	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	-	Yes
Headlamp Washers	No	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Washer	Yes	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	-	No
Tinted Glass	-	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	-	No
Smoke Headlamps	No	No
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	No	Yes
Roof Rails	No	No
Trunk Opener	-	Lever
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	-
LED Taillights	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	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	Body coloured door handles Chrome Weather Strip On Windows
Automatic Headlamps	No	No
Fog Lights	Front	-
Sunroof	No	-
Boot Opening	Manual	-
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	No	-
Puddle Lamps	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	185/60 R15
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)	-	15
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Pearl Arctic WhiteOpulent RedGrandeur GreyLuxe BeigeBluish Black+2 MoreBaleno Colours

Body Type

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

SedanAll Sedan Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

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

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Power Door Locks

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
Audio System Remote Control	-	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	9	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	SD Card Reader
Android Auto	Yes	-
Apple Car Play	Yes	-
Internal Storage	-	No
No. of Speakers	4	4
Rear Entertainment System	-	No
Additional Features	SmartPlay Pro+, Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, Surround Sense powered by ARKAMYS	ConnectNext Infotainment System By Harman Tweeters 4 Phonebook Access Call logs (Incoming, Outgoing, Missed) Audio Streaming Call Reject With SMS Feature Conference Call Incoming SMS Notifications and Read-Outs Controls Of FATC On Touchscreen Videoplayback and Image Viewer Via USB and SD card Voice Coand Recognition Segmented Multi-Info Display
Usb Ports	Yes	-
Tweeter	2	-
Speakers	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
Tata Zest
- Expansive feature list: projector headlamps, daytime running lamps, 8-speaker audio system - the lot!
- Refined petrol and torquey diesel engines. Take your pick!
- Ample legroom and shoulder room for rear occupants. Boot space is a healthy 390-litres as well.
- Ride quality is among the best in its class. 170mm of ground clearance means you can be slightly careless on broken roads.

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
Tata Zest
- Hard plastics used inside the cabin. Takes away from the premium experience.
- Lack of storage spaces in the interior
- The automatic variant lacks creep mode. Needs manual throttle inputs to get going.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage Maruti Baleno and Tata Zest?

A ) The mileage of Baleno is 22.94 kmpl & the mileage of Zest is 17.57 kmpl. Maruti Baleno gives better mileage than Tata Zest.

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