Aura vs Baleno
Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.
The Wheelsio Verdict
Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.
“Baleno takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in lower fuel consumption, punchy performance. While Aura remains a capable contender, Baleno offers greater return per rupee spent.”
Who Should Buy Which Car?
Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.
Choose Aura if:
- Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Choose Baleno if:
- First-time buyers, small families, and city commuters who want an easy-to-park car with great mileage.
The Differences That Actually Matter
Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.
Engine Performance
68 - 82 bhp
95 - 114 Nm
83.1 PS
112.4 Nm
Fuel Economy
17 km/l (ARAI)
Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge
23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)
Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge
Ownership figures on record
Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.
Aura
Baleno
Recommended Variants Compared
Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.
SX
Wheelsio Pick1.2 L Kappa petrol, 1197 cc • Manual • 17 km/l (ARAI)
Delta
1197 cc • Manual • 23.8 km/l
Full Specification Sheet
Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.
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