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Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Honda City Comparison

Compare Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Honda City to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Honda City compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Baleno vs City Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsBalenoCity
Price5.99 L12 L
Power1197 CC1498 CC
ClassHatchbackSedan
Mileage22 - 23 KM/L18 KM/L
Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹5.99 L
City
Honda City
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹12 L
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Sigma Petrol
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Sigma Petrol
5.99 L
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
Honda City
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
12 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.8
7.5
Value For Money7.758.00
Significance7.758.00
Styling7.508.25
Comfort8.507.50
Safety8.758.50
Merit Or Usp8.258.75

Specifications

Engine Type1.2L VVT Petrol1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC Engine
Displacement (CC)1197 CC1498 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power88.5 bhp @ 6,000 rpm @ 6000 rpm119 bhp
Torque113 Nm @ 4,400 rpm @ 4400 rpm145 Nm
Top Speed180190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph12.510.2
No. of gears56
Drive TrainFWDFWD
Turbocharger Yes No
Emissions StandardBS6 Phase 2BS6
Length3990 mm4583 mm
Width1745 mm1748 mm
Height1500 mm1489 mm
Wheelbase2520 mm2600 mm
Ground Clearance170 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight955 KG1153 KG
Boot Space318 L506 L
No. of Doors54
No. of Rows22
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity37.040.0
Mileage ARAI22.35 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Mileage - City19.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway22.00 KM/L18.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam With Coil Spring
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc (Ventilated)
Rear Brake TypeDrumDrum
Steering TypeElectric, Rack & Pinion TypeCollapsible Electric Power Assisted
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt And Telescopic
Wheel TypeSteel Wheel With Center Cap15 X 5.5 J Alloy
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless Radial Ply
Front Tyre Size185/65 R15185/55 R16 83H
Rear Tyre Size185/65 R15185/55 R16 83H
Spare Wheel TypeSteelSteel
Spare Wheel Size185/65 R15185/55 R16

Features

Air ConditionerManualAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control Panel
Front AC Yes Yes
Rear AC No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers No Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManualManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManualManual
Seat UpholsteryFabricFabric
Rear Armrest No Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear Seat No Yes
Split Rear SeatYes (60:40 Split) Yes
Front Seatback Pockets Yes Yes
HeadrestsAdjustable (Front Only)Front & Rear
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags66
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag Yes Yes
Knee Airbags YesNA
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror YesNA
Hill Hold Control YesNA
Hill Assist No Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points YesNA
Parking SensorsFront and RearRear
Speed Alert System YesNA
Parking Assistance NoRear Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock YesNA
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Light TypeHalogenProjector
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LED Yes
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps YesNA
Cabin Lamps Yes Yes
Shark Fin Antenna YesNA
Body-Coloured ORVMs YesNA
Chrome Accents YesNA
ORVM AdjustmentsElectric Yes
Rear Spoiler YesNA
Instrument ClusterDigital TFT Display Yes
Trip Meter Yes Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed YesNA
Clock Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness YesNA
Gear Indicator YesNA
Shift Indicator YesNA
Tachometer Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Touchscreen Display Size No Yes
Audio System Yes Yes
Speakers No Yes
TweetersNA No
GPS Navigation No Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityAndroid Auto and Apple CarPlay Yes
Bluetooth Support No Yes
USB Support No Yes
Radio No Yes
Autonomous Driving Level NoLevel 2
Type Battery Warranty2 Years/40,000 km3 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty2 Years/40,000 km3 Years

Pros Cons of Honda City

Pros

  • The cabin offers ample space
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC petrol engine is refined
  • Ride quality is exceptionally comfortable
  • Standard six airbags and Level 2 ADAS features
     

Cons

  • The feature list lacks some premium additions
  • Rear seat headroom is tight for taller passengers
  • There is no diesel or turbo-petrol engine option
  • The manual transmission can feel jerky at lower speeds

Verdict

The Honda City continues to hold its ground in India's sedan segment well. Owners have often mentioned how it rarely sacrifices everyday practicality, passenger comfort, and long-term reliability, regardless of the generation launched. From our side, we firmly consider this vehicle a reliable car that is intended to provide a relaxed driving experience. Furthermore, the eHEV variant has brought a new age of exceptional fuel economy to the sedan. If you intend to own a dependable, spacious, and family-oriented vehicle, the Honda City remains a highly sensible investment.

Girish’s review summarises this about the sedan,

“The facelift and the enhanced feature list justify the car’s price tag even more. The City has always been like that: a no-nonsense car that gets the job done with very little drama. It still is the same. One can argue whether that is better or not in the current world of make-believe, but there is little doubt it fits into the various Indian scenarios with ease, even more effortlessly now.”

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