Maruti Baleno vs Swift CNG: Your Pick Between The Two?
The CNG kit comes factory-fitted on the second-from-base and second-to-top trims of both Maruti hatchbacks
Maruti Suzuki has been consistently offering CNG cars in India. Its portfolio now includes over 10 models with the greener fuel option, with the Baleno and XL6 being the latest additions.
And since the Baleno and Swift have a common heart, similarly priced CNG variants, and even a similar equipment list, we decided to pit the two against each other. Let’s take a look:
Price Premium (CNG trims only)
| Baleno |
Swift |
Difference |
| Rs 8.28 lakh (Delta CNG) |
Rs 7.77 lakh (VXi CNG) |
+Rs 51,000 |
| Rs 9.21 lakh (Zeta CNG) |
Rs 8.45 lakh (ZXi CNG) |
+Rs 76,000 |
The Baleno’s CNG trims are up to Rs 76,000 costlier than the Swift CNG. The additional amount, though, is part of the Baleno’s premium positioning in Maruti’s lineup, as well as the inclusion of the extra features listed below.
A Shared Powertrain
Both the Baleno and Swift get a 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine. Here’s a look at its technical specifications:
| Specification |
Baleno |
Swift |
| Power |
90PS (Petrol), 77.5PS (CNG) |
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| Torque |
113Nm (Petrol), 98.5Nm (CNG) |
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| Transmission |
5-speed MT |
|
| Fuel Efficiency |
30.61km/kg |
30.90km/kg |
While both hatchbacks churn out the same output in petrol and CNG guises and have the same manual gearbox option, there’s a small difference in their claimed fuel efficiency figures.
Also Read: CNG Prices Inch Closer To Diesel Prices, Gap Now Less Than Rs 10 In Several Cities
Differences In Equipment
The CNG kit is offered in the second-from-base and second-from-top trims of both the Baleno (Delta and Zeta) and Swift (VXi and ZXi). Here’s what’s common and different between their features list:
| Common Features |
Baleno’s Unique Touches |
Swift’s Unique Touches |
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Both models’ CNG trims come with a bunch of common features including a seven-inch touchscreen, auto climate control, and a height-adjustable driver seat. While the Swift does get a leather-wrapped steering wheel and front fog lamps over the Baleno, the latter’s exclusive touches include front centre armrest and a reversing camera.
Final Words
The Baleno and Swift’s CNG trims come with a near-identical set of features, which adds to the overall premium experience of the two hatchbacks. However, if you are on the lookout for a more spacious CNG car, it’s the Baleno that should be your pick. Another benefit that the Baleno CNG boasts over the Swift is the inclusion of a couple of safety and convenience features such as a reversing camera and auto-LED headlights with follow-me-home function.
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