Maruti Swift vs Maruti Baleno — Which One is the Better Pick?

Both the Maruti Swift and Maruti Baleno sit in the same segment and are often on the same shortlist for buyers. They are close on price, similar in size, but quite different when you dig into the details.

Here is a full breakdown across specs, mileage, dimensions and safety to help you see those differences clearly.

Key Highlights	Maruti Swift	Maruti Baleno
On Road Price	Rs.5.79 L*	Rs.5.99 L*
Fuel Type	petrol	Petrol
Engine (cc)	1197cc	1197cc
Transmission	Manual	Manual

Maruti Swift

petrolManual

carbike4u price

₹5.79 L

Maruti Baleno

PetrolManual

carbike4u price

₹5.99 L

Displacement (cc)

1197

Fuel Type

petrol

Petrol

Max Power (bhp)

80.46

88.5

Max Torque (Nm)

111.7

113

Transmission

Manual

Drive Type

FWD

Pros & Cons

Maruti Swift

Things We Like

•Sporty and vibrant: Sharp styling, LED lighting and bright colours make it look youthful!
•Good space for 4 adults: Accommodating front seats and spacious rear seats can seat 6 footers behind another.
•Covers all basics with cruise control, keyless entry, auto AC, powered windows and steering mounted controls.
•Sorted infotainment package with 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay and 6-speaker sound system.
•Super efficient petrol engine: Delivers around 15kmpl in the city with ease.

Things We Don't Like

•Interior quality could be better for the price. Too much plastic and not enough smooth surfaces.
•Limited performance: 3-cylinder engine, while adequate, doesn’t feel as peppy as the older 4-cylinder engine

Maruti Baleno

Things We Like

•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.

Things We Don't Like

•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.

Maruti Swift vs Maruti Baleno — What the Numbers Tell You

The Maruti Swift and Maruti Baleno are two of the more talked-about options in the segment in India right now. Both have their own strengths and both attract a similar kind of buyer — someone who wants a well-rounded car without spending too much.

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