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Alto K10 vs Baleno

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

Maruti Suzuki

Alto K10

Alto K10
Price Range

₹3.7 lakh – ₹5.34 lakh

Mileage

24.39 km/l (ARAI)

CNG / Petrol • 6 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

“Alto K10 and Baleno target slightly different buyer priorities while matching each other closely in total value. Choose Alto K10 for individual equipment highlights or Baleno for ownership discipline.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

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

Target Profile

Choose Alto K10 if:

  • First-time buyers, small families, and city commuters who want an easy-to-park car with great mileage.
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
Alto K10

56 - 68 bhp

82 - 89 Nm

Baleno

83.1 PS

112.4 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Alto K10
Alto K10 Standout

24.39 km/l (ARAI)

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

Baleno

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.

Maruti Suzuki

Alto K10

Listed items₹2,46,002
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,46,002
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:₹2.48 lakh(Alto K10 lower)

VXI (O)

Wheelsio Pick

K10C, 998 cc • Manual • 24.39 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹4.52 lakh
Key Highlights:Front Power Windows, SmartPlay Dock Audio System, Remote Keyless Entry

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.

Alto K10
Baleno
Engine TypeDiffers
Alto K10:998 cc Petrol / 998 cc CNG
Baleno:1197 cc Petrol / 1197 cc CNG
Max PowerDiffers
Alto K10:56 - 68 bhp
Baleno:83.1 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Alto K10:82 - 89 Nm
Baleno:112.4 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Alto K10:Manual
Baleno:Manual, AMT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Alto K10:CNG, Petrol
Baleno:Petrol, CNG
Claimed MileageDiffers
Alto K10:24.39 km/l (ARAI)
Baleno:23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)
Alto K10
Baleno
SeatingDiffers
Alto K10:—
Baleno:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Alto K10:167 mm
Baleno:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Alto K10:214 Litres
Baleno:318 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Alto K10:27 Litres
Baleno:37 litres
Body Type
Alto K10:Hatchback
Baleno:Hatchback
Alto K10
Baleno
AirbagsDiffers
Alto K10:6 (standard)
Baleno:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Alto K10 has a published mileage of 24.39 km/l (ARAI). The Baleno has a published mileage of 23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI).