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i20 vs Baleno

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Hyundai

i20

i20
Price Range

₹6 lakh – ₹10.68 lakh

Mileage

16 - 20 km/l

Petrol • 15 TrimsOpen model
VS
Maruti Suzuki

Baleno

Baleno
Price Range

₹5.99 lakh – ₹9.99 lakh

Mileage

23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol / CNG • 13 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Baleno takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in lower fuel consumption. While i20 remains a capable contender, Baleno offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose Baleno if:

  • First-time buyers, small families, and city commuters who want an easy-to-park car with great mileage.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
i20

83.1 PS

114.7 Nm

Baleno

83.1 PS

112.4 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Baleno
i20

16 - 20 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Baleno Standout

23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Hyundai

i20

Listed items₹3,33,333
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,33,333
Maruti Suzuki

Baleno

Listed items₹2,47,015
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,47,015
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹25,300(i20 lower)

Magna Executive

1197 cc • Manual • 16 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹6.75 lakh

Delta

1197 cc • Manual • 23.8 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹7 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

i20
Baleno
Engine TypeDiffers
i20:1197 cc
Baleno:1197 cc Petrol / 1197 cc CNG
Max Power
i20:83.1 PS
Baleno:83.1 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
i20:114.7 Nm
Baleno:112.4 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
i20:Manual, CVT
Baleno:Manual, AMT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
i20:Petrol
Baleno:Petrol, CNG
Claimed MileageDiffers
i20:16 - 20 km/l
Baleno:23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)
i20
Baleno
Seating
i20:5 seats
Baleno:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
i20:—
Baleno:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
i20:311 litres
Baleno:318 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity
i20:37 litres
Baleno:37 litres
Body Type
i20:Hatchback
Baleno:Hatchback
i20
Baleno
Airbags
i20:6
Baleno:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The i20 has a published mileage of 16 - 20 km/l. The Baleno has a published mileage of 23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI).
Using published mileage and stored ownership figures, the calculated running cost is ₹3,33,333 for i20 and ₹2,47,015 for Baleno.