EXCLUSIVE: Facelifted Maruti Suzuki Baleno’s Fuel Efficiency Figures Leaked

• Facelifted Baleno MT and AMT return 22.35kmpl and 22.94kmpl, respectively.
• Manual slightly less efficient than before, vice versa for AT.
• Engine now only gets idle auto-start/stop
• The 83PS 1.2-litre petrol with CVT axed.
• Prices likely to start from Rs 6.5 lakh.

One big update to the facelifted Maruti Suzuki Baleno will be the availability of only a 90PS 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine without mild-hybrid technology. While the 5-speed manual has been retained, the automatic variants will see the smooth CVT replaced by an AMT as a more cost-effective option. 

How does this work out for the deathless query, ‘kitna deti hai?’

We have got our hands on a leaked document revealing all the important details:

*CVT was earlier offered with the 83PS petrol engine

• The only fuel-saving tech in the facelifted Baleno is its idle auto-start/stop system. 

• The pre-facelift Baleno DualJet packed mild-hybrid technology with torque assist for improved fuel economy. 

There has been a definite step-up in features. Additions include a larger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, connected car tech (Telematics only), a 360-degree camera, and a head-up display.

Passenger safety should be taken care of by multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, parking sensors, electronic stability control, and ISOFIX child-seat mounts. 

The facelifted Maruti Suzuki Baleno will be offered in six trims: Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Zeta (O) (New), Alpha, and Alpha (O) (new). The AMT will be limited to the Delta, Zeta, and Alpha. Pre-launch bookings are underway, and prices – expected to start from Rs 6.5 lakh – will be officially announced in the coming days. 

The facelifted Baleno will lock horns with the Tata Altroz, Honda Jazz, Hyundai i20, and the updated Toyota Glanza.