Let's compare Toyota Glanza E vs Maruti Baleno Sigma

Compare Toyota Glanza E vs Maruti Baleno Sigma price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Toyota Glanza E
Toyota Glanza
Maruti Baleno Sigma
Maruti Baleno
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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Toyota Glanza E

Price

₹ 7.11 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 13,121/month

Maruti Baleno Sigma

Price

₹ 6.48 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 11,960/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Maruti Baleno feels light on the pocket compared to Toyota Glanza by ₹62,872.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Hatchback

Hatchback

Length

3990 mm

3990 mm

Width

1745 mm

1745 mm

Height

1500 mm

1500 mm

WheelBase

2520 mm

2520 mm

Ground Clearance

170 mm

170 mm

Seating Capacity

5

5

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 Liters

37 Liters

Boot Space

318 Liters

318 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol

Mileage (KMPL)

22.3 Km/l

22.35 Km/l +0.05

Range

827 Kms +1

826 Kms

Engine Type

K-12c

1.2 L K Series

Powertrain Assistance

Mild Hybrid

Mild Hybrid

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

4

4

Displacement

1197 cc

1197 cc

Max Power

89 bhp @ 6000 rpm +0.5

88.50 bhp @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque

113 Nm @ 4400 rpm

113 Nm @ 4400 rpm

Transmission Type

MT

MT

Gear Box

5-MT

5-MT

Drive Type

FWD

FWD

Top Speed

180

180

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

--

--

Turning Radius

4.85

4.85

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut

McPherson Strut

Rear Suspension

Torsion Beam

Torsion Beam

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum

Drum

Safety & Security

Airbags

6

6

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

Yes

Yes

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

No

No

Reverse Camera

No

No

360 Camera

No

No

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

No

No

Child Lock

Yes

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

No

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Manual

Manual

Request Sensors

--

--

Push Button Start

No

No

Cruise Control

No

No

Keyless Entry

--

--

Steering Mounted Control

--

Yes

Climate Control

Automatic

Automatic

Rear AC Vents

No

No

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Fabric

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

--

--

Rear Armrest

No

No

Rear Cup Holders

--

--

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

No

No

Exterior Features

Sunroof

No

No

Wheels

Steel Rims

Steel Rims

Fog Lights

No

No

Tyre Size

185 / 65 R15

185 / 65 R15

Daytime Running Lights

LED

--

Headlight Type

Projector

Halogen

Tailgate

Electric

Manual

Roof Rails

No

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

--

--

Screen Size

--

--

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

No

No

Speakers

--

--

Remote App Control

No

No

Wireless Charging

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

No

No

Telematics

Analogue-Digital

Analogue-Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

No

No

Toyota Glanza Vs Maruti Baleno Colors
Toyota Glanza Cafe White

Cafe White

Maruti Baleno Opulent Red

Opulent Red

Toyota Glanza Cafe White

Cafe White

Maruti Baleno Opulent Red

Opulent Red

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Toyota Glanza Vs Maruti Baleno FAQs

The Toyota Glanza's ex-showroom price in India generally starts from approximately ₹6.39 Lakh for the base variant (Glanza E) and goes up to around ₹9.15 Lakh for the top-end automatic variant (Glanza V AMT) (Prices are approximate and subject to change based on location and time).

The main variants for the Toyota Glanza are typically E, S, G, and V, available in both petrol manual, petrol automatic (AMT), and E-CNG manual options.

While both cars are essentially badge-engineered twins, the Toyota Glanza is often priced slightly higher than its equivalent Maruti Suzuki Baleno variant, primarily due to factors like Toyota's brand reputation and a better standard warranty package.

Yes, the Toyota Glanza is available with a 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) option in its petrol variants (S, G, and V trims).

The ARAI certified mileage for the Toyota Glanza petrol engine (Manual and AMT) ranges between approximately 22.35 km/l to 22.94 km/l.

The Toyota Glanza E-CNG manual variant offers a certified fuel efficiency of around 30.61 km/kg.

Yes, the top-spec 'V' variant of the Toyota Glanza is equipped with a 360-degree view camera system.

Toyota typically offers a standard warranty of 3 years or 100,000 km on the Glanza, which is generally better than the standard offering of its primary competitor.

Baleno comes with a 5-speed manual (MT) gearbox and an AMT (Automated Manual Transmission). It does not offer a torque converter or CVT in the current facelift version. AMT is not quite an AT, but it gives automatic-like ease without the full cost or complexity.

If you drive in stop-start traffic (markets, small towns, dense suburbs), AMT helps avoid constant clutch work. Compared to older CVT/auto models, the AMT in Baleno is more fuel efficient (22.94 kmpl vs older CVT) because it’s simpler and lighter. You will feel some jerks during gear shifts, particularly from 1 ⇢ 2 or when accelerating hard, but for everyday driving it reduces fatigue.

AMT works by automating a manual gearbox’s clutch and gears, so shifts aren’t as smooth or fast as a torque converter or DCT/AT, but AMT costs less, has lower maintenance, better fuel efficiency, and is simpler mechanically. Full AT gives smoother transitions, better for overtakes and steep hill starts, but at higher price and running cost.

Baleno S-CNG delivers about 30.61 km per kg of CNG, which is much cheaper per km than petrol. It uses the same 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine, but in CNG mode, power output drops a bit (from ~90 PS / 113 Nm in petrol to ~77.5 PS / 98.5 Nm). The CNG variant is only offered with the manual gearbox, so more driver involvement but much cheaper fuel bills. Boot space reduces because the CNG tank takes up part of the boot.

Baleno is ideal for first-time car buyers, families with 1-2 kids, people commuting in cities or small towns where parking is tight, fuel cost matters, but you still want style, gadgets, comfort. Over compact SUVs, Baleno gives lower running cost, better mileage, easier parking, lower height (less wind noise), and often better drive feel for city roads.

Some detractors say Baleno feels light or less “solid” than SUVs or heavier hatchbacks — meaning body panels might flex more, noise insulation less, crash safety may feel less at high impacts. While Baleno has modern safety features, it doesn’t have the same rugged feel or perceived invincibility people associate with SUVs. But for daily driving in urban/Tier-2 areas, many users accept these tradeoffs for lower cost and better fuel economy. Still Baleno has 4 Star Bharat N-Cap Rating and it is pretty safe enough.

The petrol manual gives ~ 22.35 kmpl according to ARAI, AMT gives ~ 22.94 kmpl. The CNG version claims 30.61 km/kg.

Assuming petrol price ~ ₹102/L: • Petrol Manual at 22.35 kmpl → cost ≈ ₹4.57 / km • Petrol AMT at 22.94 kmpl → cost ≈ ₹4.45 / km If you drive 12,000 km / yr, petrol manual fuel cost ~ ₹54,840/year, AMT ~ ₹53,400/year. Over 5 years fuel cost would be ~ ₹2,70,000–₹2,75,000. CNG variant: assume CNG price ~ ₹90/kg and mileage 30.61 km/kg → cost ≈ ₹2.94 / km. Over 12,000 km/year that’s ~ ₹35,300/year, 5-year ≈ ₹1,76,500, large savings if you habitually drive many kms. Also service cost of service intervals common with Baleno petrol, slight extra on CNG specific items.

Baleno length ~ 3,990 mm, width ~ 1,745 mm, height ~ 1,500 mm, wheelbase ~ 2,520 mm. Boot space ~ 318 litres in petrol version. With the CNG version, boot space reduces a bit due to the CNG tank. Overall, it is easier to park in Tier-2/3 town lanes, garages, narrow streets; still enough luggage for 2-3 medium suitcases + daily grocery or small travel.

Baleno matters because it fills the sweet spot: premium features + smart tech (LED lights, connected car features, good interiors) + fuel efficiency + relatively low price. For buyers who can’t stretch to SUVs, Baleno offers many of the benefits without the compromises like size, higher fuel bills, higher insurance, etc. It’s often seen as a car that gives maximum value for money in its segment.
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