Maruthi Has Launched there Baleno version with more features then Previous version. But there major Drawback is that they downgraded there 4-cylinder Engine to 3-Cylinder Z-series Engine.
Comparision Between New Baleno 2026 VS Old Baleno
| Feature / Specifications | 2025 Baleno (4-Cylinder) | 2026 Baleno (3-Cylinder) |
| Engine Code | 1.2L K12N DualJet Dual VVT | 1.2L Z-Series (Z12E) |
| Cylinder Count | 4 Cylinders | 3 Cylinders |
| Peak Power | ~88.5 bhp (89–90 PS) @ 6000 rpm | ~80.5–82 bhp (82–83 PS) @ 5700 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 111.7–112 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Transmissions | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT (AGS) | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT (AGS) |
| Mileage & Efficiency | ~22.35 – 22.94 km/l | ~24.8 – 25.7 km/l (~10-14% gain) |
| CNG Variant | Available (Manual only) | Available (Manual & CNG-AMT options) |
Major Key Difference We See From Above Comparison Table
Previous Baleno has 4-cylinder Dual-jet Dual VVT Engine which is perfectly tuned to get best performance in the segment of hatch-backs.
But present 2026-Baleno Has 3-cylinder 1.2L Z-series Engine code (Z12E) which is perfectly tuned to get best mileage in the segment but due to one cylinder less we can feel little bit power loss from the previous generation vs present generation Baleno due to one cylinder missing
Design elements upgraded in New Baleno 2026.
If we See Design elements of the new Baleno they only changed the front bumper grill is the major change of the new Baleno. In new Baleno we can focus that the design of the fog-lights also changed from the previous generation baleno they took inspirationn from the victories and the new breeza and they desgined the new baleno front design.
Rear Design: New Baleno and old Baleno has nothing change in the rear design they given same desig as previous baleno there no change in the rear section.
Estimated ON ROAD PRICE
| Variant Category | Ex-Showroom Price Range | Estimated On-Road Price Range |
| Sigma (Base MT) | ₹5.99 L – ₹6.10 L | ₹6.90 Lakh – ₹7.15 Lakh |
| Delta (Petrol MT/AMT) | ₹7.00 L – ₹7.50 L | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹8.65 Lakh |
| Zeta (Petrol MT/AMT) | ₹8.00 L – ₹8.50 L | ₹9.15 Lakh – ₹9.80 Lakh |
| Alpha / Alpha(O) (Top AMT) | ₹9.50 L – ₹9.99 L | ₹10.90 Lakh – ₹11.55 Lakh |
| S-CNG Variants (Delta/Zeta) | ₹7.92 L – ₹9.32 L | ₹9.05 Lakh – ₹10.65 Lakh |
New Baleno 2026 Features
Advanced Safety & Driver Assistance
The New Baleno offers Level -2 ADAS and safety features in the Top Model Alpha (O) trim.
Features Like adaptive cruise control which will be available in the previous year Baleno also and the Automatic Emergency Breaking (AEB), and the line keep assist is the new feature added in the New Baleno which comes only in the TOP model Alpha(O) trim. and one of the coolest feature is that High Beam assist.
I Can say that this are the some of the major safety updates we get in Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2026 version.
Baleno is the best premium Hatch-back in the segment and most of the time top selling car for the months.
INDIAN SPEC Bharat NCAP Safety Breakdown
*ADULT SAFETY RATING AS PER INDIAN SPEC
- 6-AIR BAGS
- POINTS SCORED 26.52 OUT OF 32 POINTS
- 2-AIR BAGS
- POINTS SCORED 24 OUT OF 32 POINTS
OVER ALL ADULT SAFETY IS 4 STAR RATING OUT OF 5 STAR
*CHILD SAFETY RATING AS PER INDIAN SPEC
Score: 34.81 out of 49 points (71.04%)
OVER ALL CHILD SAFETY IS 3 STAR RATING OUT OF 5 STAR
Summary About Overall protection :
we get good head and neck protection from the new Maruti Baleno from frontal position and driver gets chest and lib protection as per the chaises design and over all 6 air bags cover the major damages from the damage soo please be careful while driving any car.
List of New Features we get in New Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2026:
HUD DISPLAY
LEVEL 2 ADAS
TPMS:Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
360-DEGREE CAMERA
Lane Departure Warning
High Beam Assist
Automatic Emergency Braking
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Ventilated Front Seats
Cooled Wireless Charger
Clarion Sound System
Enhanced Rear Cabin
Plush Upholstery
This are the new features Of the New Baleno 2026 Alpha (o) Trim Variant. Overall this are premium features if we compare with other brands they wont provide this many features compare to Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2026.
That’s why Baleno is the one of the top selling Hatch-backs in the India.
Overall summary About Maruti SUZUKI Baleno 2026 Version
If you are willing to buy a budget hatch-back I always suggest this car overall other cars because this the Low Maintenance and high reliable car in the market if you maintain properly the Maruti Suzuki engines will never die.
Service support also will be great in the Maruti cars. You can estimate maintenance cost of this car per -service will be around 6k to 8k.
Choosing between Old Baleno vs New Baleno
If you choose vehicle for city drive and daily commute and focus more on the mileage and low maintenance you can go with the new 3-cylinder z series engine Because its get best mileage In the city due to 3-cylinder engine.
If you choose vehicle for Long drives and High purpose choose the previous generation 4-cylinder because it has more torque and Horse power compare to the New Baleno 2026 Version.