Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Skoda Kushaq

Last Updated: September 18, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Baleno price starts at Rs. 6.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.59 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Skoda Kushaq, priced at Rs. 10.69 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Baleno offers a claimed 23.8 kmpl, while the Kushaq delivers 19.66 kmpl. On the performance front, the Baleno uses a 1197cc engine producing 82bhp@5700rpm and the Kushaq a 999cc engine producing 114bhp@5000-5500rpm. If you're deciding between the Baleno and Kushaq, the Baleno is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Kushaq stands out for performance.

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Baleno vs Kushaq Comparison Summary

Specification Maruti Suzuki BalenoSkoda Kushaq
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 6.10 LakhRs. 10.69 Lakh
Mileage 23.8 kmpl19.66 kmpl
Engine 1197 cc999 cc
Max power 82bhp@5700rpm114bhp@5000-5500rpm

Baleno vs Kushaq Key Highlights

Basic Info Maruti Baleno SigmaSkoda Kushaq 1.0L Classic Plus
Rating
64 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Maruti Skoda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.69 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1197 cc 999 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 82bhp@5700rpm 114bhp@5000-5500rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Colors
Skoda Kushaq Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 23.8 Kmpl 19.66 Kmpl
Tyre Size 185/65 R15 205/60 R16
Boot Space 318 Liters 385 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 155 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control No No
Airbags 6 Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 11,797 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 20,679 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 34,570 Baleno Insurance Rs. 44,313 Kushaq Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
1.2L Z12E
1.0 TSI Petrol
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Max Power
82bhp@5700rpm
114bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque
112.4Nm@4500rpm
178Nm@1750-4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
No
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1232-1265 Kg
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
37 Liters
50 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
23.8 Kmpl
19.66 Kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
16
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinion
Rack & Pinion
Wheels Type
Steel without Cover
Not Available
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.85
Not Available
Tyre Size
185/65 R15
205/60 R16
Wheel Size
15
Not Available
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
No
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Rear Seat Headrest
4
4
Digital Cluster
Semi
No
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
Not Available
1405 Litres
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
318 Liters
385 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Manual
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
No
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
No
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
No
No
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Not Available
Single Pane
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
Pole Type
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
155 mm
Length*Width*Height
3990*1745*1530 mm3
4229*1760*1612 mm3
Wheelbase
2520 mm
2651 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

USB Charger
Not Available
Front
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Not Available
No of Speakers
No
6
Adjustable Steering
3
4
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
Not Available
Cupholders
Not Available
Front Only
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
0 inch
7 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
Bench Folding
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
No
Rear ACVents
No
Yes
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
No
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
Not Available
Powered Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
No
No
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
No
Yes
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

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbags
Not Available
No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
Not Available
Airbags
6
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
No
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
Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
No
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
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
No
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
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
No
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
No
ECall And ICall
Not Available
No
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

grossWeight
1410 kg
1650 kg

Is Skoda Kushaq Better Than Maruti Baleno?

100% users have chosen Skoda Kushaq over Maruti Baleno in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 136 users have also rated Skoda Kushaq and Maruti Baleno on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Skoda Kushaq has out rated Maruti Baleno on all the rating factors.
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 Kushaq Baleno
Mileage 5.0 4.6
Performance 5.0 4.6
Comfort 5.0 4.6
Maintenance 5.0 4.7
Safety 5.0 3.9
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno Vs Skoda Kushaq FAQs

Which car is best between Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Skoda Kushaq?
Skoda Kushaq has out rated Maruti Suzuki Baleno on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Skoda Kushaq?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is cheaper than Skoda Kushaq by ₹4.59 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Skoda Kushaq?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno delivers better mileage 23.8 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Skoda Kushaq?
For the Sigma version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Baleno produces 82bhp@5700rpm of power and 112.4Nm@4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 1.0L Classic Plus version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Kushaq produces 114bhp@5000-5500rpm of power and 178Nm@1750-4000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Maruti Suzuki Baleno has better performance.

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