Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Baleno price starts at Rs. 6.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 21.89 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kia Sorento, priced at Rs. 27.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Sorento uses a 2151cc engine producing 190bhp and the Baleno a 1197cc engine producing 82bhp@5700rpm. If you're deciding between the Sorento and Baleno, the Sorento is the better pick for performance, while the Baleno stands out for affordability.

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Sorento vs Baleno Comparison Summary

Specification Kia SorentoMaruti Suzuki Baleno
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 27.99 LakhRs. 6.10 Lakh
Mileage Not Available23.8 kmpl
Engine 2151 cc1197 cc
Max power 190bhp82bhp@5700rpm

Sorento vs Baleno Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Sorento HTE 7-Seater DieselMaruti Baleno Sigma
Rating
2 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Kia Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 27.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 6.10 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2151 cc 1197 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 190bhp 82bhp@5700rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 8-Speed DCT 5-Speed
Drive Type 2WD FWD
Colors
Kia Sorento Colors
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 23.8 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/ 60 R18 185/65 R15
Boot Space 179 Liters 318 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes No
Cruise Control Yes No
Airbags 7 6
EMI
Rs. 54,145 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 11,798 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 1.37 Lakh Sorento Insurance Rs. 35,201 Baleno Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Displacement
2151 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
2.2 CRDi
1.2L Z12E
Engine Displacement
2151 cc
1197 cc
Max Power
190bhp
82bhp@5700rpm
Max Torque
442Nm
112.4Nm@4500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
8-Speed DCT
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
2WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Drive Mode Types
Eco| Sport | Smart | Normal
Not Available
Fast Charging
Not Available
No

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
67 Liters
37 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
23.8 Kmpl

steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Rack & Pinio
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
4.85
Tyre Size
235/ 60 R18
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
18
15
Tyre Type
Radial & Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
No
No
Digital Cluster Size
4.2
Not Available
Upholstery
Leather
Fabric
Rear Seat Headrest
4
4
Digital Cluster
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
No
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
813 Litres
Not Available
Seating Capacity
7
5
Boot Space
179 Liters
318 Liters

Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
No
LED DRLs
Yes
No
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
No
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
No
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
No
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fi
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
No
Length*Width*Height
4815*1900*1785 mm3
3990*1745*1530 mm3
Wheelbase
2815 mm
2520 mm

USB Charger
Front & Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
6
No
Adjustable Steering
4
3
Android Auto
3
No
Apple CarPlay
3
No
Bluetooth
Yes
No
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Yes
No
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
No
Cruise Control
Yes
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inch
0 inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
2nd Row 60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
No
Touchscreen
Yes
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
No
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
No
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
Touch-screen Display
Yes
No
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
No

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
No
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
No
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
No
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
Airbags
7
6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
No
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
No
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
No
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
No
No
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
No
Lane Keep Assist
No
No
Driver Attention Warning
No
Not Available
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
No
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
No
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available

Inbuilt Apps
No
No
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
No
Not Available
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
No
SOS Button
Not Available
No
Smartwatch App
Not Available
No
Live Location
Not Available
No
Remote Immobiliser
Not Available
No
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
No
Engine Start Alarm
Not Available
No
Remote Vehicle Status Check
No
No
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
No
Tow Away Alert
Not Available
No
Valet Mode
Not Available
No
In Car Remote Control App
No
No
Remote Ac On Off
No
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1410 kg
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Which car is best between Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
As per the users experiences Kia Sorento is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your car. But Maruti Suzuki Baleno is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is cheaper than Kia Sorento by ₹21.89 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
For the HTE 7-Seater Diesel version, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Sorento produces 190bhp of power and 442Nm of torque. Whereas for the Sigma version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Baleno produces 82bhp@5700rpm of power and 112.4Nm@4500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kia Sorento has better performance.

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