Archive · 6 Sep 2026
2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno Facelift Adds Features, ADAS And AMT
Maruti Suzuki has updated its Baleno car for 2026.
It is sold in India through the company’s Nexa outlets.
The car gets new features and small styling changes.
One report says it starts at Rs 6.10 lakh before taxes and other charges.
The car can use a manual gearbox or an AMT, which changes gears automatically.
Some versions can also run on CNG.
Higher versions have bigger screens, wireless charging, better lights and connected technology.
The most expensive listed version can include ADAS, a group of safety helpers for drivers.
The reports disagree about some prices, the engine description and the number of trim levels.
Maruti Suzuki has launched the facelifted Baleno in India through its Nexa retail network, with reported prices starting at Rs 6.10 lakh ex-showroom.
The updated hatchback uses a 1.2-litre three-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine producing 82 PS and 112 Nm, according to one report.
Manual and automated manual transmissions are available, while Delta and Zeta variants also offer factory-fitted CNG.
Features include a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, connected technology, rear AC vents, premium audio and upgraded lighting on higher variants.
The Alpha Optional variant adds ADAS, adaptive cruise control and a driver-side foot rest; reports differ on the complete pricing and specifications.
- Who
- Maruti Suzuki launched the facelifted Baleno.
- What
- The company introduced an updated five-seater hatchback with revised features, manual and AMT options, CNG availability and ADAS on the Alpha Optional variant.
- When
- The model is identified as the 2026 Baleno; one report says it was launched before the festive season, but no exact launch date is provided.
- Where
- India, through Maruti Suzuki’s Nexa retail network.
- Why
- The update is intended to keep the Baleno competitive with premium hatchbacks including the Hyundai i20, Tata Altroz and Toyota Glanza.
Detailed Variant Report
Additional Price And Specification Report
Starting price
Detailed Variant Report
The detailed variant report identifies the Sigma manual price as Rs 6.10 lakh ex-showroom.
Additional Price And Specification Report
The second report initially states Rs 6.70 lakh for the Sigma, then says the official website lists the base Sigma petrol manual at Rs 6.10 lakh.
Engine description
Detailed Variant Report
The Baleno is described as using Suzuki’s 1.2-litre, three-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine with 82 PS and 112 Nm.
Additional Price And Specification Report
The second report calls it a 1.2-litre Dualjet petrol engine and provides mileage figures, without mentioning the Z-Series description.
Line-up and pricing
Detailed Variant Report
Five variants are listed: Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha and Alpha Optional, with most prices still marked TBA.
Additional Price And Specification Report
The second report refers to four broad trim levels and gives figures for AMT, CNG and the top Alpha version, creating a discrepancy with the detailed listing.
- Reported starting price
- Rs 6.10 lakh ex-showroom for the Sigma manual variant in one report; another report also mentions Rs 6.70 lakh before citing the Rs 6.10 lakh official-website price.
- Variants
- The detailed variant report lists Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha and Alpha Optional; another report describes four broad trim levels.
- Petrol engine
- One report specifies a 1.2-litre three-cylinder Z-Series engine producing 82 PS and 112 Nm; another describes a 1.2-litre Dualjet petrol engine.
- Transmissions
- Manual and automated manual (AMT/AGS) gearboxes are reported; the detailed listing says Sigma is manual-only.
- CNG
- Factory-fitted CNG is offered on Delta and Zeta; one report gives CNG output of 76 bhp, 98.5 Nm and efficiency of 30.61 km/kg.
- Safety technology
- ADAS, adaptive cruise control and a driver-side foot rest are listed for the Alpha Optional variant.
- Reported colours
- Seven colours are listed: Enigmatic Teal, Nexa Blue, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Splendid Silver, Opulent Red and Bluish Black.
