Complete owner’s guide for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 100 reported issues and 1 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
One of India's most popular hatchbacks — driven by reliability, value and proven service.
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is a hatchback sold in India in the ₹6.66–10.29 lakh price range. Available in Petrol, it competes in the hatchback segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹6.66–₹10.29 lakh | Segment: Hatchback | Fuel: Petrol | Mileage: 20–25 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 3-cyl Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.0–1.2 L |
| Power | 67–90 PS |
| Torque | 90–113 Nm |
| Transmission | 5MT / AMT / CVT |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 20–25 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 12.0 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 270 L |
| Fuel Tank | 37 L |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 3845 mm × 1735 mm × 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 2 yrs / 40,000 km |
| Infotainment | 7-in touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
9 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 9,63,500, with peak sales of 2,16,300 units in 2023 and 2024 sales of 1,75,200 units (-19% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 1,86,900 | 1,79,400 | 2,05,700 | 2,16,300 | 1,75,200 |
These sales figures are sourced from curated SIAM, FADA and industry-report aligned data where available.
Many users feel that the car struggles during initial acceleration, especially in traffic or when starting from a stop, making overtakes difficult.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Delayed acceleration, Needs more throttle input, Sluggish start.
Owners often report a knocking or thudding sound from the suspension when driving over potholes or speed breakers.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Knocking sound, Noise over speed breakers, Loose feeling suspension.
Some users feel that the car body feels too light and unstable while driving at higher speeds on highways.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Body roll, Vibration at high speed, Light steering feel.
Users report that the touchscreen system becomes slow, unresponsive, or hangs occasionally.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2019-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Screen freeze, Slow touch response, System restart.
Some owners feel that AC performance is not sufficient during peak summer, especially in rear seats.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹7,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Weak cooling, Hot air at rear, Long cooling time.
A high-pitched noise is heard when applying brakes at low speeds.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeaking sound, Noise during braking.
Drivers complain about slightly stiff clutch which can be tiring in heavy traffic.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Hard clutch pedal, Leg fatigue.
Stock headlights are not powerful enough for clear night driving on highways.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Dim light, Poor road visibility.
Some users experience difficulty while shifting gears smoothly.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Hard gear shifts, Notchy feel.
Owners notice reduced fuel efficiency after certain usage period.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹6,000 | Affected Years: 2016-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Low mileage, Frequent fuel refill.
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