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New Maruti Baleno fuel efficiency figures revealed
AI EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Maruti Suzuki has updated the Baleno's engine for the 2026 facelift, swapping the 1.2‑liter 4‑cylinder K12N for a 1.2‑liter 3‑cylinder Z12E used in other models. The change boosts the car's claimed fuel economy, with new figures for both manual and automatic transmissions.
WHY IT MATTERS
The engine swap improves the Baleno's fuel efficiency, potentially lowering running costs for buyers.
Maruti Suzuki has introduced a new petrol engine with the 2026 Baleno facelift. The previously on offer 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated engine (K12N) has been replaced by the brand's 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder motor (Z12E), which also does duty in models like the Swift and Dzire. As a result, the Baleno's claimed fuel efficiency figures have improved.New Maruti Baleno fuel efficiency figures 2026 Baleno faceliftPre-facelift BalenoDifferencePetrol MT (kpl)23.8022.351.45Petrol AMT (kpl)24.772...
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