Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Nissan Magnite

Last Updated: September 24, 2026

Nissan Magnite price starts at Rs. 5.68 Lakh, which is Rs. 30,900 cheaper than the base variant of Maruti Suzuki Baleno, priced at Rs. 5.99 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Baleno offers a claimed 23.8 kmpl, while the Magnite delivers 19.4 kmpl. On the performance front, the Baleno uses a 1197cc engine producing 82bhp@5700rpm and the Magnite a 999cc engine producing 71bhp@6250rpm. If you're deciding between the Baleno and Magnite, the Baleno is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Magnite stands out for affordability.

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Baleno vs Magnite Comparison Summary

Specification Maruti Suzuki BalenoNissan Magnite
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.99 LakhRs. 5.68 Lakh
Mileage 23.8 kmpl19.4 kmpl
Engine 1197 cc999 cc
Max power 82bhp@5700rpm71bhp@6250rpm

Baleno vs Magnite Key Highlights

Basic Info Maruti Baleno SigmaNissan Magnite Visia
Rating
62 reviews
23 reviews
Brand Name Maruti Nissan
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.68 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1197 cc 999 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 82bhp@5700rpm 71bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Colors
Nissan Magnite Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 23.8 Kmpl 19.4 Kmpl
Tyre Size 185/65 R15 195/60R16
Boot Space 318 Liters 336 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags 6 Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 11,585 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 10,988 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 34,796 Baleno Insurance Rs. 27,805 Magnite Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
1.2L Z12E
1.0 B4D
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Max Power
82bhp@5700rpm
71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
112.4Nm@4500rpm
96Nm@3400 -3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1019 Kg
Turbo Charger
Not Available
No

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
37 Liters
40 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
23.8 Kmpl
19.4 Kmpl

Shock Absorbers Type
Not Available
Double Acting
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinion
Not Available
Wheels Type
Steel with Cover
Not Available
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.85 m
5 m
Tyre Size
185/65 R15
195/60R16
Wheel Size
15
16
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless Radial

Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
3.5
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Glove Box Light
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Headrest
4
4
Digital Cluster
Semi
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
318 Liters
336 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Manual
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
No
No
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Fog Lamps
No
No
LED Taillights
Yes
No
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
No
Trunk Light
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
No
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
No
Length*Width*Height
3990*1745*1530 mm3
3994*1758*1572 mm3
Wheelbase
2520 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
205 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Not Available
No of Speakers
No
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
3
3
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
0 inch
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
No
Engine Start Stop Button
No
No
Rear ACVents
No
No
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
No
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
No
Push Ignition
No
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Not Available
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
No
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Alarm
No
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
Not Available
Airbags
6
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
No
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
3 Point Seat-Belt for All Seats
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
3 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
No
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
No
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
No
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available

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

grossWeight
1410 kg
1402 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Nissan Magnite
  • Improved safety with 6-airbags standard
  • Turbo petrol engine
  • Lots of features
  • Spacious and good looking cabin
Nissan Magnite
  • Interior build quality is still not great
  • CVT Not as smooth as expected
  • Missing a sunroof and connected car technology

Is Maruti Baleno Better Than Nissan Magnite?

100% users have chosen Maruti Baleno over Nissan Magnite in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 163 users have also rated Maruti Baleno and Nissan Magnite on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Maruti Baleno is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Nissan Magnite is better on the grounds of comfort, safety and features. On the basis of performance user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Baleno Magnite
Mileage 4.6 4.1
Performance 4.6 4.6
Comfort 4.6 4.8
Maintenance 4.7 3.9
Safety 3.8 4.6
Features 3.1 4.0
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Which car is best between Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Nissan Magnite?
As per the users experiences Maruti Suzuki Baleno is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Nissan Magnite is better on the grounds of comfort, safety and features. On the basis of performance user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Nissan Magnite?
The Nissan Magnite is cheaper than Maruti Suzuki Baleno by ₹30,900.
Which car has better mileage Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Nissan Magnite?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno delivers better mileage 23.8 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Nissan Magnite?
For the Sigma version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Baleno produces 82bhp@5700rpm of power and 112.4Nm@4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Visia version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Magnite produces 71bhp@6250rpm of power and 96Nm@3400 -3600rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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