2020 Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno - Detailed Comparison with Specs, Sprices and More

by Vivaan Khatri | 03/03/2020
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Hyundai I20 is about to take off. The new i20 will be enhanced in every aspect. But will these upgrades help it to overthrow the segment-leading Maruti Baleno? Let's find out.

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Introduction

Both being the main products of the two respective car manufacturers, Hyundai i20 and Maruti Baleno make the most note-worthy rivalry in the premium hatchback segment. Hyundai i20 and Maruti Baleno are two leading car models in their space, eclipsing other contenders like Honda Jazz, Toyota Glanza or the recently-launched Tata Altroz. Hyundai is going to give the i20 new generation updates. Slated to launch in June 2020, the new-gen version is expected to gain Hyundai i20 an upper hand over the Maruti Baleno which is currently the segment-leading premium hatchback.

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Dimension

The updated version see some minor dimensional changes. On the international version, the new-gen Hyundai i20’s length is 5mm longer. Measuring 1750mm, all-new Hyundai i20 is bigger than the old version. However, the new i20 will be shorter in height. All-new Hyundai i20’s 2580mm wheelbase also comes across as the longest in the segment, suggesting a spacious room inside. The India-spec i20 is expected to mirror the similar dimension changes on the international version.

The extension in length and width has broadened the dimensional gap between the Hyundai i20 and the Maruti Baleno, except for the height. Even before the reduction of height, Hyundai i20 was shorter than the Baleno. The new Hyundai i20 is now 45 mm longer, 5mm wider than the Maruti Baleno.

Dimensions (mm)

Hyundai i20

Maruti Baleno

Length

4040

3995

Width

1750

1745

Height

1450

1510

Wheelbase

2580

2520

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Design

Exterior comparison

The new-gen Hyundai i20 has been revealed yet. However, it is possible for us to draw some conclusion regarding its exterior design using the given teaser images of the exterior.

2020 hyundai i20 front three quater blue

Hyundai claims that the upcoming i20 will be the first model to reflect the brand-new “Sensuous Sportiness” design language. The same design style has been featured on the Le Fil Rouge Concept car as well as the international-spec Hyundai Sonata. Given these clues, it appears that the Hyundai i20 will look more aggressive and sharper. The signature cascading grille remains but getting a new diamond-patterned mesh. The foglight housing is more angular, resembling the design featured on facelift Elantra. The side of the Hyundai i20 will get chrome application as well as a contrasting roofline. On the rear end, the Hyundai i20 gets larger LED-inserted taillights and a black-out upper boot lid.

maruti baleno front three quater

Compared to the new Hyundai i20, the Maruti Baleno with its ageing design might look quite outdated. Even the latest Maruti Baleno hasn’t seen any significant changes compared to its previous model. On the contrary to the sporty and sharp styling of the Hyundai i20, the Baleno gets a classy and mature design with curvier shapes and mild design elements.

Interior comparison

Just like the exterior, the interior of the Hyundai i20 is not officially unveiled yet. However, the car manufacturer has provided us with some sketch images of the Hyundai i20’s interior. As per the revealed sketch, the Hyundai i20 cabin will sport a four-spoke leather-covered steering wheel which looks identical to the Hyundai Creta SUV. Alongside, the cabin also features brushed-aluminium elements and control buttons of Bluetooth system and cruise control and more. Another highlight of the interior is the horizontal slat running across the dashboard, which is inspired by the Audi Q7. At the centre of the dashboard standing a 10.25-inch floating touchscreen. The design of the centre console is kept simple but functional at the same time. The sketches also reveal that Hyundai i20 will get an ambient interior light system and wireless charging.

2020 hyundai i20 interior

Maruti Baleno gets a simple interior design with not many details or buttons. The all-black interior design combined with silver inserts looks classy. Compared to other car models from the Maruti family, the Maruti Baleno’s interior quality is superior. However, putting it alongside the Hyundai i20, Maruti Baleno does not appear as modern and impressive.

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Features

Comfort features

The rising market standard demands for constant improvement from each car manufacturer with new models surpassing its older self. In this way, the currently-launched model, as well as the upcoming cars, are getting more and more advanced in terms of features. Hyundai is also aiming to deliver a better and more appealing feature lists. Hyundai i20 features Apple Carplay and Android Auto support as well as Hyundai Blue Link connectivity system along with digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, cruise control and rear AC. To offer the best in-car experience, a Bose audio system will also be equipped on the upcoming i20.

On the features front, it seems that the Hyundai i20 clearly has upper hand over the Maruti Baleno. About the infotainment system, Maruti Baleno gets a smaller 7-inch touchscreen. It comes with Apple Carplay and Android Auto Expo but misses out on high-tech additional connectivity features. Maruti’s hatchback will not get features like ambient light, full-digital instrument cluster, rear AC vents, and cruise control, all of which will be available for the Hyundai i20.

Safety features

Hyundai i20, on the global market, will come with some advanced safety features including adaptive cruise control, lane following assistance, larking collision avoidance system, smart speed limiter, lane following assistance, and forward collision warning and blind-spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic alert. Besides these high-tech safety function, Hyundai i20 will carry over the same safety kit from the previous model like 6-airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, push-button start, rearview camera and keyless entry.

On the other hand, the current Maruti Baleno’s safety features are pretty basic, comprising of ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, high-speed warning, and ISOFIX child seat mounts as standard. Higher-spec variants will get additional features like a rear camera, auto-dimming IRVMs and fog lights.

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Specs

Petrol

Hyundai i20 borrows engines from the Hyundai Venue. It will come with three engines, 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5 diesel unit. These engines will be compliant with the BSVI norms. The 1.2-litre petrol unit is capable of making a top power of 83 Bhp and a maximum torque of 115 Nm. This low-performance engine will be offered as an entry-level engine on the range. The 1.0-litre turbocharged engine is more powerful than the 1.2-litre unit, delivering a maximum power of 120 PS and a maximum torque of 172 Nm. Both of the petrol engines will be offered with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Each of the engines will get a different manual option. The 1.2-litre engine gets a 5-speed manual while the 1.0-litre engine is available with a 6-speed manual version.

Maruti Baleno, on the other hand, gets only one petrol engine option. A 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine is capable of making a top power of 84 PS and a 115 Nm. It comes with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT gearbox. The Maruti Baleno is also offered with a mild-hybrid engine. The hybrid engine only gets a 5-speed manual gearbox but it will come with higher fuel mileage. These engines are BSVI-ready too.

Specs

Hyundai i20

Maruti Baleno

Engine Type

Petrol

Turbocharged Petrol

Petrol/Mild-hybrid Petrol

Displacement

1.2 litre

1.0-litre

1.2 litre

No. of cylinders

4 cylinder

3 cylinder

4 cylinder

Power (Ps)

83 / 120

83/90

Torque (Nm)

115 / 172

113 

Drive type

FWD

FWD

Gearbox

5 MT-7 DCT

6 MT-7 DCT

5 MT-CVT

5 MT

Diesel

It is unlikely for Hyundai to introduce the diesel version is currently on sale in the international market. Hyundai i20 will get a new 1.5-litre diesel engine which is expected to put out 90 Bhp and 220 Nm. It will come with a 6-speed manual gearbox. On the other hands, Maruti has discontinued the diesel engine, just like other diesel models on its range.

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Top Speed: Which is faster?

Hyundai i20’s turbocharged petrol engine is claimed to lock the 0-1000 kph in 10.2 seconds. When equipped with a 7-speed DCT gearbox, the performance will be lowered by one-tenth per cent. On the other hand, it takes 13.1 sec for the 1.2-litre engine to sprint from 0 to 100 kmpl. The top speed figure of the new engines on Hyundai i20’s range is not given yet.

Maruti Baleno can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmpl in 12.36 seconds. The hatchback can reach the top speed of 180 kmph.

Model Name

Hyundai i20

Maruti Baleno

Top speed

N.A

180 kmph

0-100 kmpl (sec)

10.2 (1.0L)

13.1 (1.2L)

12.36 kmph

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno Mileage: Which is more fuel-efficient?

For the new Hyundai i20, the details on the fuel efficiency are not revealed yet. But it is revealed by the manufacturer that, a 48V mild-hybrid system offered on the 1.0-litre petrol engine can leverage the fuel efficiency up to 3-4 per cent. Considering most of Hyundai’s model comes with an impressive fuel efficiency rating, we can have high hope for the Hyundai i20’s upcoming version. In the meanwhile, Maruti Baleno’s 1.2-litre petrol unit can return the mileage of 19.56 kmpl.

Specs

Hyundai i20

Maruti Baleno

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol

Fuel Tank Capacity

N.A

37

Fuel Economy

N.A

19.56

Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Baleno On-road Price: Which is cheaper?

New-gen Hyundai i20 will be priced higher than the outgoing version. The price of a new Hyundai i20 is expected to sit above the Baleno.  

Model Name

Hyundai i20 (Estimated)

Maruti Baleno

Price (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Rs 6.79 Lakh

Rs 11.32 Lakh

Rs 5.90 Lakh

Rs 9.10 Lakh

Price (on-road, Delhi)

Rs 9.36 Lakh

Rs 13.08 Lakh

Rs 6.47 Lakh

Rs 10.16 Lakh

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