Hyundai i20 Sportz (O) vs Maruti Baleno Zeta Manual & Alpha Automatic: Spec Comparison

Modified On Feb 12, 2024 01:15 PM By Shreyash for Hyundai i20

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The newly introduced Hyundai i20 Sportz (O) has made some features more accessible, but the Maruti hatchback still has some advantages at similar prices

The Hyundai i20 premium hatchback has got a new mid-spec Sportz(O) variant positioned between the Sportz and Asta variants. It makes some of the premium equipment from the Asta more affordable, at a premium over the i20 Sportz. This freshly introduced variant of the i20 is priced similar to the Maruti Baleno Zeta and Alpha variants, with manual and automatic transmissions respectively.

	Hyundai i20 Sportz(O)	Maruti Baleno	Difference
Manual	Rs 8.73 lakh	Rs 8.38 lakh (Zeta)	(-) Rs 35,000
Automatic	Rs 9.78 lakh	Rs 9.88 lakh (Alpha)	(+) Rs 10,000

*All prices are ex-showroom Delhi

Let’s start by seeing how the premium hatchbacks compare in terms of specifications:.

Dimensions

Hyundai i20 Sportz (O) Side

	Hyundai i20	Maruti Baleno
Length	3995 mm	3990 mm
Width	1775 mm	1745 mm
Height	1505 mm	1500 mm
Wheelbase	2580 mm	2520 mm

The Hyundai i20 surpasses the Maruti Baleno in all dimensions; most significantly it is 30 mm wider with a 20mm longer wheelbase.

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Powertrains

	Hyundai i20	Maruti Baleno
Engine	1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol	1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol
Power	83 PS (MT) / 88 PS (CVT)	90 PS
Torque	115 Nm	113 Nm
Transmission	5-speed MT / CVT	5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT

The Maruti Baleno is more powerful than the Hyundai i20. While both cars feature a 5-speed manual transmission, the i20 is equipped with a CVT automatic, whereas the Baleno comes with an AMT gearbox. The Hyundai i20 CVT will provide a smoother driving experience than the Baleno AMT, but for a price premium.

Feature Highlights

Hyundai i20 Sportz (O) vs Maruti Baleno Zeta Manual

Hyundai i20 Sportz(O) MT	Maruti Baleno Zeta MT	Difference
Rs 8.73 lakh	Rs 8.38 lakh	(-) Rs 35,000

Features	Hyundai i20 Sportz (O)	Maruti Baleno Zeta Manual
Exterior	Halogen headlights with LED DRLs LED taillamps 16-inch stylised steel wheels Shark fin antenna Electric sunroof	LED projector headlights LED taillamps 16-inch alloy wheels Shark fin antenna
Interior	Dual-tone black & grey cabin Fabric seat upholstery Height adjustable driver’s seat Tilt & Telescopic steering wheel Front adjustable headrests	Fabric upholstery Height adjustable driver’s seat Tilt & Telescopic steering wheel Adjustable headrests
Comfort & Convenience	Wireless charging Automatic AC Rear AC vents Cooled glovebox Automatic headlights Day/Night IRVM Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto fold Rear defogger Cruise control All-four power windows with auto-down function for the driver	Automatic AC Rear AC vents Electrically adjustable & foldable ORVMs Push button engine start/stop Keyless entry Automatic headlights Rear wipers & washer Rear defogger All four power windows with auto up/down function for the driver
Infotainment	8-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Semi-digital driver’s display 6-speaker sound system	7-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay 6-speaker sound system
Safety	6 airbags ABS with EBD Electronic stability control with hill assist Rear parking camera with sensors 3-point seatbelts for all passengers Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ISOFIX anchorages	6 airbags ABS with EBD Electronic stability control with hill assist Rear parking camera with sensors 3-point seatbelts for all passengers ISOFIX anchorages

While both the i20 Sportz (O) and the Baleno Zeta manual come with comprehensive feature lists, the i20 offers slightly more convenience features such as wireless charging, a cooled glovebox, and cruise control compared to the Maruti hatchback.
Hyundai's premium hatchback also includes a sunroof, a feature that is not available with any variant of the Maruti Baleno.
However, the mid-spec variant of the i20 still lacks LED headlights, alloy wheels, push-button engine start/stop, as well as a rear wiper and washer, all of which are offered with the Baleno.
In terms of safety, both hatchbacks mentioned here are equipped with 6 airbags, electronic stability control, and a rear parking camera with sensors. However, the Baleno doesn’t get the tyre pressure monitoring system.
The feature advantages of the i20 Sportz(O) easily justify the premium over the Baleno Zeta here.

Hyundai i20 Sportz (O) vs Maruti Baleno Alpha Automatic

Maruti Baleno Cabin

Hyundai i20 Sportz(O) CVT	Maruti Baleno Alpha AMT	Difference
Rs 9.78 lakh	Rs 9.88 lakh	(+) Rs 10,000

Features	Hyundai i20 Sportz (O)	Maruti Baleno Alpha Automatic
Exterior	Halogen headlights with LED DRLs LED taillamps 16-inch steel wheels with styled wheel caps Shark fin antenna Electric sunroof	LED projector headlights with LED DRLs LED fog lamps LED taillamps Precision cut 16-inch alloy wheels Shark fin antenna
Interior	Dual-tone black & grey cabin Fabric seat upholstery Height adjustable driver’s seat Tilt & Telescopic steering wheel	Height adjustable driver’s seat Tilt & Telescopic steering wheel Leatherette wrapped steering wheel Adjustable headrests
Comfort & Convenience	Wireless charging Automatic AC Rear AC vents Cooled glovebox Automatic headlights Day/Night IRVM Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto fold Rear defogger Cruise control All-four power windows with auto-down function for the driver Drive modes (Normal and Sport)	Automatic AC Rear AC vents Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto fold function Cruise control Head-up display Auto dimming IRVM Push button engine start/stop Automatic headlights Rear wipers & washer Rear defogger All four power windows with auto up/down function for the driver
Infotainment	8-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Semi-digital driver’s display 6-speaker sound system	9-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay ARKAMYS 6-speaker sound system
Safety	6 airbags Electronic stability control with hill assist ABS with EBD Rear parking sensors with camera 3-point seatbelts for all passengers Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ISOFIX anchorages	6 airbags ABS with EBD 360-degree camera Electronic stability control with hill assist Rear parking sensors 3-point seatbelts for all passengers ISOFIX anchorages

If you pay a small premium of Rs 10,000 for the Baleno’s top-spec Alpha automatic variant over the i20’s mid-spec Sportz (O) automatic, you will get additional features such as heads-up display, a 360-degree camera, a bigger 9-inch touchscreen system, auto-dimming IRVM, all-LED headlights with LED fog lamps, and alloy wheels, over the i20.
In terms of features, the Baleno Alpha AMT offers a lot more value for the price than the i20 Sportz(O) CVT.
However, i20 still has the advantage of sunroof, wireless charging, and cooled glovebox, which aren’t offered with the Baleno’s top variant either. It also gets the smoother CVT automatic over the Maruti 5-speed AMT.

Overall Prices

Hyundai i20	Maruti Baleno
Rs 7.04 lakh to Rs 11.21 lakh	Rs 6.66 lakh to Rs 9.88 lakh

*All prices are ex-showroom Delhi

The Hyundai i20 premium hatchback is a pricier offering overall when compared to the Maruti Baleno.

Which of these hatchback would you choose? Let us know in the comments below.

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sagarwal

Feb 16, 2024, 9:42:18 PM

I find it impressive how Hyundai has expanded its i20 lineup with the introduction of the Sportz (O) variant, filling the gap between the Sportz and Asta trims. The inclusion of advanced features in t

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