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Maruti Suzuki Baleno [1999-2007] vs Honda City Comparison

Compare Maruti Suzuki Baleno [1999-2007] vs Honda City to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Maruti Suzuki Baleno [1999-2007] vs Honda City compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Baleno [1999-2007] vs City Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsBaleno [1999-2007]City
Price5.84 L11.95 L
PowerN/A1498 CC
ClassSedanSedan
MileageN/A18 KM/L
Baleno [1999-2007]
Maruti Suzuki Baleno [1999-2007]
*Ex-Showroom Price
5.84 L
City
Honda City
*Ex-Showroom Price
11.95 L
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno [1999-2007]
LXI
5.84 L
SV MT Petrol
Honda City
SV MT Petrol
11.95 L

Overview

Overall Rating
N/A
7.5
Value For Money-8.00
Significance-8.00
Styling-8.25
Comfort-7.50
Safety-8.50
Merit Or Usp-8.75

Specifications

Engine TypeN/A1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC Engine
Displacement (CC)N/A1498 CC
No. of CylindersN/A4
PowerN/A119 bhp @ 6600 rpm
TorqueN/A145 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Top SpeedN/A190
Acceleration 0 to 100 KmphN/A10.2
No. of gearsN/A6
Drive TrainN/AFWD
TurbochargerN/A No
Emissions StandardN/ABS6

Features

Air Conditioner NoAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control Panel
Front AC No Yes
Rear AC No Yes
Heater No Yes
Climate Control No Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Steering Mounted Audio No Yes
Power Outlets 12V No Yes
Follow-Me-Home/Lead-Me-To-Car Headlights(Auto Off Timer) No Yes
Power Adjustable & Folding Door Mirrors No Yes
Rear Air Conditioning Vents No Yes
Dust & Pollen Cabin Filter No Yes
Trunk Light for Cargo Area Illumination No Yes

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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