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Maruti Baleno Facelift review: 6.8/10, Good Buy

Maruti Suzuki · Petrol · ₹6.10L - ₹9.58L · Launched 05 Sep 2026

ReviewHub score: 6.8/10 · Verdict: Good Buy — based on 6 YouTube reviews (5 positive, 1 mixed, 0 negative).

Adds a genuine segment-first Level 2 ADAS suite - then quietly drops 8 horsepower from the engine it's bolted to.

About this car

A mid-life update to Maruti's premium hatchback bringing a bolder triple-chrome-slat grille, a segment-first Level 2 ADAS suite, ventilated front seats, and a new 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine (replacing the outgoing 4-cylinder unit) shared with the Swift and Dzire, alongside a factory CNG option.

Score by aspect

  • Looks & Design: 7/10
  • Performance: 6/10
  • Comfort & Ride: 8.5/10
  • Mileage: 8/10
  • Features & Tech: 8.5/10
  • Value for Money: 8/10

What owners and reviewers like

  • Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, collision warning/avoidance) is repeatedly praised as a genuine segment-first for a premium hatchback, with a thoughtful implementation - dedicated physical buttons to toggle features rather than digging through touchscreen menus
  • Near-unanimous praise for class-leading comfort and space - multiple independent reviewers call the seats and rear legroom unmatched in this segment, backed by a genuinely useful feature list for the price: ventilated front seats, active-cooled wireless charging, and a 360-degree camera
  • Real mileage gains from the new engine (a claimed 23.8kmpl, up from roughly 19-20kmpl before), and Maruti still includes a proper spare tyre - a genuine plus as several rivals have dropped it entirely
  • Aggressive pricing for what's included - reviewers repeatedly call it 'crazy value' to get 6 airbags standard from the base variant and ADAS Level 2 under ₹10 lakh

What to watch out for

  • The new 3-cylinder engine trades power for efficiency - down 8HP (82 vs 90HP) versus the outgoing 4-cylinder unit, with at least one enthusiast-focused reviewer calling this a genuine step backward in character, even while crediting the engine itself as smooth and well-executed
  • ADAS Level 2 is reserved exclusively for the range-topping Alpha Optional variant (around ₹9.5 lakh ex-showroom) - not available on any lower trim
  • Exterior changes are heavily front-loaded - the rear and side profile are almost entirely carried over from the outgoing model, drawing specific disappointment from reviewers who wanted a refreshed tail lamp design and sportier alloy wheels to match the new front
  • At least one enthusiast-oriented review found the new front styling itself a downgrade - calling it more generic than the outgoing car's more distinctive face, a dissenting take worth weighing against the otherwise positive reception

What each reviewer said

  • Content With Cars (Malayalam) — Decent Pick, 5.5/10
    “A distinctly enthusiast-skewed critique disliking the new front styling as generic compared to the outgoing car's more distinctive face, and specifically lamenting the 8HP drop from the old 4-cylinder engine as a genuine step backward - 'we bought a car inferior to the one we bought last year' - while still crediting the new 3-cylinder unit as smooth, drivable, and genuinely more fuel-efficient. Bottom line: A car most buyers will love, but one that leaves an enthusiast wanting the old engine back.” Watch the review on YouTube
  • Vishal Ahlawat (Hindi) — Good Buy, 7/10
    “A thorough daylight walkaround praising the thoughtfully implemented ADAS Level 2 (dedicated physical buttons to toggle lane-keep assist and collision warning), ventilated seats, and active-cooled wireless charging, while noting power drops 8HP versus the outgoing engine and disappointment that CNG buyers still get an underbody tank without an AMT pairing. Bottom line: A genuinely well-equipped update, drivetrain trade-offs aside.” Watch the review on YouTube
  • 91Wheels (English) — Good Buy, 7/10
    “A clear, methodical walkaround praising the immense comfort and legroom the Baleno has 'always' offered, alongside ventilated seats and active-cooled wireless charging, while noting full performance and mileage figures for the new 3-cylinder engine were still unconfirmed at the time of filming. Bottom line: A comfort-focused update building on the model's established strengths.” Watch the review on YouTube
  • Dino's Vault Telugu (Telugu) — Good Buy, 7.5/10
    “A detailed, professional review calling ADAS Level 2 a genuine segment-first for a premium hatchback and rating the seat comfort and cabin space unmatched in its class, while flagging real disappointment that the alloy wheel design and tail lamp carry over completely unchanged despite fan expectations for a refresh. Bottom line: 'Hats off to Maruti' for the value and safety kit, styling carryover aside.” Watch the review on YouTube
  • Sunil Autocar (Hindi) — Good Buy, 7/10
    “An extensive, feature-by-feature walkaround covering the full price and EMI breakdown across variants, the new 82HP/112Nm engine specs, and the complete safety kit, delivered in a consistently positive, informational tone throughout. Bottom line: A comprehensive buying reference covering everything the new Baleno offers.” Watch the review on YouTube
  • Shrish Kaushik (Hindi) — Good Buy, 7/10
    “A Delta-variant-focused walkaround with a full on-road price and EMI breakdown, noting this mid-spec trim skips automatic climate control and a reverse camera but still delivers on the essentials. Bottom line: 'You don't have to compromise on anything' at this variant's price point, a few top-trim exclusives aside.” Watch the review on YouTube

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