Maruti Suzuki has updated its popular premium hatchback — the Baleno 2025. The latest version now includes six airbags as standard across all variants, enhanced safety ratings, and some minor tweaks. If you’re considering a stylish yet efficient hatchback in India, the 2025 Baleno could still be one of your best options.
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Maruti Baleno 2025 – Launch & Pricing Overview
Updated 2025 Prices
With the addition of more safety features like standard 6 airbags, the prices of all Baleno variants have increased slightly — by around ₹5,000 to ₹12,000.
🔸 Variant-wise Price Table (Ex-showroom, July 2025)
| Variant | Transmission | Approx. Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Sigma | Manual Petrol | ₹6.70 lakh |
| Delta | Manual Petrol | ₹7.54 lakh |
| Delta AGS | Automatic Petrol | ₹8.04 lakh |
| Zeta | Manual Petrol | ₹8.47 lakh |
| Zeta AGS | Automatic Petrol | ₹8.97 lakh |
| Zeta CNG | Manual CNG | ₹9.37 lakh |
| Alpha | Manual Petrol | ₹9.42 lakh |
| Alpha AGS | Automatic Petrol | ₹9.92 lakh |
Safety & Crash Ratings
Six Airbags Now Standard
Starting mid-July 2025, all Baleno variants now include six airbags — a major safety upgrade for Indian hatchback buyers.
🔸 NCAP Ratings
In Bharat NCAP testing:
- Adult Safety Rating: 4 stars
- Child Safety Rating: 3 stars
These ratings make Baleno one of the safer hatchbacks in its segment.
Engine, Mileage & Fuel Options
Petrol Engine
The 1.2L DualJet petrol engine delivers:
- ARAI Mileage (Manual): ~22.35 km/l
- ARAI Mileage (AGS): ~22.94 km/l
🔸 CNG Variant
If you’re looking to save on running costs, the Baleno CNG variant offers up to 30.6 km/kg — ideal for long commutes.
Key Features You’ll Love
New-Age Tech
The Baleno offers several premium features not common in other cars in this price range:
- 9″ touchscreen infotainment with SmartPlay Pro+
- Head-Up Display (HUD)
- 360° camera
- Rear AC vents, fast USB charging
- Alexa voice control & connected car features
🔸 Cabin Space & Boot
- Boot capacity: 339 litres
- Foldable rear seats for additional space
- Hidden compartments & smart storage
Sales Trends & Market Position
In June 2025, Baleno recorded 8,966 units sold, a significant drop from 14,895 in June 2024 — mainly due to rising competition from Swift and WagonR. Still, it remains a top 3 premium hatchback in India.
Why You Should Consider the Baleno 2025
✔️ Excellent fuel efficiency
✔️ 6 airbags now standard
✔️ Premium interiors & connected tech
✔️ Smooth ride quality for daily driving
What Could Be Better
❌ No more RS (BoosterJet) performance model
❌ Some variants lack digital gear indicator
❌ Not the most powerful engine in the segment
Conclusion
The 2025 Maruti Baleno strikes a fine balance between affordability, safety, fuel efficiency, and smart features. If you want a hatchback that delivers more than just good looks — with proven reliability and enhanced safety — the new Baleno remains a strong contender in the Indian market.