Maruti Suzuki Baleno Facelift vs Tata Altroz Spec Comparison: What’s Different?

The hatchback segment in India is getting more competitive with the arrival of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift, which brings updated styling, features and mechanical changes to the popular hatchback. It goes up against established rivals such as the Tata Altroz, known for its bold design, solid build and feature-rich cabin.

Here’s a detailed specification comparison of the two hatchbacks to see how they stack up against each other.

The new Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 6.10 lakh (ex-showroom). This is an introductory price and will be available for a limited period.

In comparison, the Tata Altroz is priced from Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 10.77 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift measures 3,990mm in length, 1,745mm in width, 1,500mm in height and has a wheelbase spanning 2,520mm. The hatchback gets a boot space of 318 litres.

The Tata Altroz measures 3,990mm in length, 1,755mm in width, 1,523mm in height and has a wheelbase spanning 2,501mm. The car has a ground clearance of 165mm, boot space of 345 litres and fuel tank capacity of 37 litres.

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift gets a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder naturally aspirated Z12E petrol engine. It produces 83bhp and 112Nm of peak torque. Buyers can choose between a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox. The Baleno is also available with a factory-fitted CNG powertrain, which is offered with an AMT option.

The Tata Altroz, meanwhile, is available with three engine options. These include a 1.2-litre petrol, a 1.2-litre iCNG and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The petrol unit develops 87bhp and 115Nm, while the iCNG version produces 72bhp and 103Nm. The 1.5-litre Revotorq diesel engine is the most powerful option, delivering 90bhp and 200Nm of torque.

The 2026 Baleno facelift comes with several new and premium features. These include ventilated front seats, a cooled wireless phone charger, a Clarion sound system and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also gets a head-up display (HUD) and USB charging ports.

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The Tata Altroz offers a larger, up to 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system along with a 10.25-inch digital driver's display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also available. Other features include a voice-assisted electric sunroof, automatic climate control, cruise control and rear AC vents. The hatchback also gets flush-fitting front door handles, signature LED DRLs and connected LED tail lights.

The Baleno facelift gets a major safety upgrade with the addition of Level 2 ADAS. It also comes equipped with a 360-degree camera, 6 airbags as standard across all of its variants and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

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The Tata Altroz gets six airbags as standard across its variants. Its safety kit also includes a 360-degree camera, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ABS with EBD and ISOFIX child-seat mounts.