Maruti Baleno doesn’t really stand out from its peers and seems like an evolution of the Swift. Maruti Suzuki has been rather conservative on the styling front, with soft lines and smooth corners everywhere - nothing too futuristic or any outrageous attempts to be drastically different from what’s available in the market with this car. The design being a personal thing, Maruti’s new Liquid Flow might appeal to several of the existing Swift buyers, and am sure many would be tempted to trade up to the larger Baleno. From the Swift to the S-Cross Maruti has been sticking to dark interiors and the Baleno gets a similar treatment. In fact, I’m happy that the beige trend is slowly starting to fade away. What also grabs your attention is the speedo console which is backlit in blue and comes with a multi-information display which shows a variety of information like real-time fuel consumption, Moving to the back, the Baleno is as spacious as it can get. There is ample legroom and even sitting three abreast for averaged sized people is not a problem at all. The only drawbacks being the absence of rear ac vents and a center armrest. Boot space is adequate too at 339 litres but gets a slightly high-ish loading lip. We like what the new Baleno brings to the table. Its got refreshing new style, plenty of features, in fact, the Baleno gets ABS, EBD and dual airbags standard across all variants, climate control, apple Carplay, and the works. Yes, it could do with more powerful engine options but then India is a market for high fuel efficiency numbers and the Baleno has got that covered. Coming across as the second product in the Nexa line up, the Baleno will go head on with the Elite i20, the Jazz and the Polo. What remains to be seen is the price. If at all Maruti manages to price it a rung lower than its rivals, the Baleno is sure to cause the competition a lot of worries!For more information click the below link:- Maruti Suzuki Baleno : Detailed Review:- https://www.zigwheels.com/reviews-advice/reviews/maruti-baleno-first-drive-india-review/23355/ Hyundai Elite I20 vs Maruti Baleno Comparison:- https://www.zigwheels.com/compare-cars/hyundai-elite-i20-vs-maruti-suzuki-baleno
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