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Maruti Suzuki Baleno Crosses 50K Bookings!

Maruti Suzuki has announced that its newest hatchback on the block, the Baleno, has crossed 50,000 bookings. This feat was achieved in over 44 days since the bookings commenced on February 7. One thing to note is that the hatchback received 25,000 bookings even before its prices were announced. The new Baleno was launched between ₹6.35 lakh to ₹9.49 lakh. Maruti will surely have its work cut in trying to keep up with the demand for the new Baleno.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2022 opulent red

A Brief Recap

Take a look at the new Baleno and you’ll notice that the changes are quite substantial when compared to the previous one. The front looks wider thanks to the new fascia. There’s a new grille that is much larger and it has a mesh design to it. There is also a brushed aluminum belt that runs across the grille and merges into the headlights. Speaking of headlights, they are much sharper now and are all new projector units with LED DRLs.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2022 headlights

The lower half of the front bumper features a wide front air dam with a new set of LED fog lamps. The side profile is more or less similar to the pre-facelift version with the only addition being a new set of 16-inch alloy wheels. The rear features new C-shaped LED taillamps and a new tailgate. The bumper has been reworked as well. It comes with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, Arkymys sound system, and connected car tech.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2022 smartplay Pro+

The automatic climate control panel is also a new unit and it is standard across all variants. The multi-function flat-bottom steering wheel has been lifted off from the swift. The instrument cluster has also been carried over from other Maruti cars and it gets a color MID. In terms of features, the new Baleno comes with segment-first features such as a 360-degree camera and a heads-up display. Other features include keyless entry with push-button start/stop, cruise control, auto-folding mirrors, automatic headlamp, auto-dimming IRVM, a sliding center armrest, and rear A/C vents with fast-charging USB ports.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2022 Dashboard

In terms of powertrain, the new Baleno comes with a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine which is called K12N. This engine features an integrated starter generator which adds the auto engine start/stop functionality to save more fuel. It produces 89hp and 113nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and an AMT. It delivers 22.35 km/l in the manual guise and 22.94 km/l in the AMT.

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