The shape and stance of the 2022 Baleno remain the same, although it gets all-new body panels with a wider and flatter bonnet and a bigger grille. There is a sizable chrome element now at the bottom of the grille, while the lower bumper looks more sculpted with new LED fog lamps as well. The new LED headlamps are the biggest differentiator from the previous version, with the signature NEXA three-block DRLs (daytime running lamps). These are wider at the bottom, while sweeping into the fenders in front like the earlier model. The nose of the car looks wider and more balanced and the same design play is visible at the back, with the LED tail lights flowing into the tailgate.

The rear bumper is on the taller side, giving you a comparatively higher luggage loading lip. The boot space is however impressive at 318 litres. There is generous chrome treatment with strips under the windows while the 16-inch dual-tone precision-cut alloys look the part. The car is slightly lower and shorter now, although this is hardly noticeable. All said and done, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno continues to be a looker.