Buying advice

Swift or Baleno: which Maruti hatchback suits you?

Same brand, same price band, very different cars. The Swift is the sporty, frugal one; the Baleno is the roomy family one.

Maruti Suzuki's two best-selling hatchbacks overlap on price, so buyers often shortlist both. The choice comes down to how you will use the car.

Choose the Swift if

  • You mostly drive alone or as a couple
  • You want the best possible mileage
  • You enjoy driving

Choose the Baleno if

  • Adults sit in the back often
  • You need a bigger boot (318 vs 265 litres)
  • You want a heads-up display and 360-degree camera

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