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Baleno vs Tata Nexon

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

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
VS
Tata Motors

Tata Nexon

4.4Score
Tata Nexon
Price Range

₹7.4 lakh – ₹14.52 lakh

Mileage

17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol / CNG / Diesel • 82 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

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

Editorial Summary

“Tata Nexon takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, equipment density, punchy performance. While Baleno remains a capable contender, Tata Nexon 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.
Target Profile

Choose Tata Nexon if:

  • Families prioritizing uncompromising crash safety, high ground clearance, and highway touring confidence.
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
Baleno

83.1 PS

112.4 Nm

Tata Nexon

99 - 118 bhp

170 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Baleno
Baleno Standout

23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)

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

Tata Nexon

17.01 - 24.08 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

Baleno

Listed items₹2,47,015
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,47,015
Tata Motors

Tata Nexon

Listed items₹3,60,471
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,91,971
Scheduled maintenance
₹34,500
Stored first-year insurance
₹34,000
Stored 5-year depreciation
40% (₹2.96 lakh)
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹1.22 lakh(Baleno lower)

Delta

1197 cc • Manual • 23.8 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹7 lakh

Smart Plus

1199 cc • Manual • 17.44 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹8.22 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Baleno
Tata Nexon
Engine TypeDiffers
Baleno:1197 cc Petrol / 1197 cc CNG
Tata Nexon:1199 cc Petrol / 1199 cc CNG / 1497 cc Diesel
Max PowerDiffers
Baleno:83.1 PS
Tata Nexon:99 - 118 bhp
Peak TorqueDiffers
Baleno:112.4 Nm
Tata Nexon:170 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Baleno:Manual, AMT
Tata Nexon:Manual, AMT, DCT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Baleno:Petrol, CNG
Tata Nexon:Petrol, CNG, Diesel
Claimed MileageDiffers
Baleno:23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI)
Tata Nexon:17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI)
Baleno
Tata Nexon
Seating
Baleno:5 seats
Tata Nexon:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Baleno:170 mm
Tata Nexon:208 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Baleno:318 litres
Tata Nexon:382 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Baleno:37 litres
Tata Nexon:44 litres
Body TypeDiffers
Baleno:Hatchback
Tata Nexon:SUV
Baleno
Tata Nexon
Airbags
Baleno:6
Tata Nexon:6
Baleno
Tata Nexon
TouchscreenDiffers
Baleno:—
Tata Nexon:10.25-inch Harman Touchscreen with Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
Baleno
Tata Nexon
Standard WarrantyDiffers
Baleno:—
Tata Nexon:3 Years / 1,00,000 km
Annual Service EstimateDiffers
Baleno:—
Tata Nexon:₹6,500
5-Year Service TotalDiffers
Baleno:—
Tata Nexon:₹34,500
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Baleno has a published mileage of 23.8 - 24.77 km/l (ARAI). The Tata Nexon has a published mileage of 17.01 - 24.08 km/l (ARAI).