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Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS vs Renault Duster Comparison

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

Baleno RS vs Duster Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsBaleno RSDuster
Price10.12 L10.49 L
PowerN/AN/A
ClassHatchbackSUV
MileageN/AN/A
Baleno RS
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹10.12 L
Duster
Renault Duster
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹10.49 L
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STD
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS
STD
10.12 L
Authentio Turbo TCe 100 MT
Renault Duster
Authentio Turbo TCe 100 MT
10.49 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.2
7.5
Value For Money7.008.00
Significance7.008.00
Styling7.758.00
Comfort8.758.75
Safety8.758.00
Environment7.75-
Merit Or Usp9.258.50

Specifications

Engine Type1.0 L Boosterjet DITCTurbo TCe 100 MT
Displacement (CC)998 CC999 CC
No. of Cylinders33
Power101 bhp @ 5500 rpm98.6 bhp @5000rpm
Torque150 Nm @ 1700-4500 rpm166 Nm @2000-3750 rpm
No. of gears56
Drive TrainFWDFWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
Length3995 mm4346 mm
Width1745 mm1815 mm
Height1510 mm1701 mm
Wheelbase2520 mm2657 mm
Ground ClearanceN/A212 mm
Kerb Weight950 KGN/A
Boot Space339 L475 L
No. of Doors55
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity37.050.0
Mileage ARAI21.40 KM/L16.50 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutIndependent MacPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTrailing Arm With Coil Springs And Double Acting Shock Absorber
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDrum
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering Adjustability1Tilt
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelSteel Wheel With Full Wheel Cover With Renault Logo
Tyre TypeRadial, TubelessTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size195/55 R16215/65 R16
Rear Tyre Size195/55 R16215/65 R16

Features

Air Conditioner YesManual AC
Front ACNASingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control No Yes
Paddle Shift No Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button No Yes
Remote Engine StartNA No
Hands-Free TailgateNA Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers No Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Electric TailgateNA Yes
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Seat UpholsteryNAFabric
Rear Armrest No Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA60:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAAdjustable
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA No
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags No Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program No Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA Yes
Hill Assist No Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA Yes
Lane AssistNA No
Forward Collision WarningNA No
Auto Emergency BrakingNA No
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA No
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNARear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNA Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA No
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Light TypeProjectorProjector
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNA Yes
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA No
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cabin LampsNA Yes
SunroofNA Yes
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA No
Chrome AccentsNA No
ORVM AdjustmentsNA Yes
Rear SpoilerNA No
Skid PlatesNA No
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNA Yes
Trip MeterNA Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA No
ClockNA Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA No
Gear IndicatorNA No
Shift IndicatorNA No
TachometerNA Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA10 inch
Audio SystemNA Yes
Speakers Yes6
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA No
Voice CommandsNA No
Smartphone ConnectivityNA Yes
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA No
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA No
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA Yes
GeofencingNA No
Digital KeyNA Yes
AI Voice AssistanceNA Yes
Auto Park AssistNA Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNA No
SOS ButtonNA No
Type Battery WarrantyNA No
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA No

Pros Cons of Renault Duster

Pros

  • Modern buyers will find a practical list of safety and comfort features. 
  • The highway stability and overall ride quality are excellent. 
  • Supportive seats with ventilation make long drives comfortable.  
  • Both turbo-petrol engines offer strong performance and good drivability. 
  • Engaging steering and driving position boosts driving experience. 

Cons

  • The 1.3-litre turbo returns a real-world city mileage of about 9kmpl. 
  • Both engines display some turbo lag during slow-speed driving. 
  • Centre console intrudes into left knee space, more so for taller users. 
  • The three-cylinder 1.0-litre engine emits more NVH and has no automatic option. 
  • Average rear-view camera quality and the DCT gearbox feels jerky sometimes.

Verdict

The Renault Duster still has the genes of the original, which it such a success in India. Sure, it does not try to attract buyers with flashy functions or an endless feature list. What it does is focus on delivering a comfortable ride, superb stability, strong turbo-petrol performance and that true SUV driving experience. 

Bilal Firfiray stated in his review: 

"It’s engaging enough to make enthusiastic drivers smile, yet comfortable enough to keep families happy." 

If your priority is a well-rounded SUV that can go over poor roads, cruise comfortably on highways, and still offer an enjoyable driving experience, the Duster ranks quite high in its segment. Just be aware that not the automatic gearbox is not an option on all powertrains and variants, unlike some rivals. 

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