Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Gets 2 Stars in Latin NCAP Crash Tests
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno, made in India for Latin American markets, got a 2-star safety rating in crash tests.
It has six airbags and did well in some areas, but it didn't do so well in protecting people outside the car and in active safety.
The car's structure stayed strong during the test, but the overall score wasn't very high.
The test was done by Latin NCAP in December 2025.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno received a 2-star safety rating in Latin NCAP crash tests.
The tested model was manufactured in India for Latin American markets.
The car was equipped with six airbags.
The hatchback demonstrated stable structural integrity but had limitations in active safety technologies and pedestrian protection.
The evaluation included adult occupant protection, child occupant protection, pedestrian protection, and safety assist categories.
- Who
- Maruti Suzuki
- What
- Baleno hatchback received 2-star safety rating
- When
- December 2025
- Where
- Latin America
- Why
- Due to limitations in active safety technologies and pedestrian protection
- Vehicle
- Maruti Suzuki Baleno
- Rating
- 2 stars
- Organization
- Latin NCAP
- Market
- Latin America
- Airbags
- 6
- Manufacturing Location
- India
- Test Date
- December 2025