Benchmarking
Maruti Baleno
Pros:
- Peppy & efficient 1.5 petrol
- Good value for money
- Neutral ride, easy to drive
Cons:
- No more diesel option
- Rivals offer more space
- Design isn�t attractive as before
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
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ARAI Mileage |
22.35 kmpl |
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Engine Displacement (cc) |
1197CC |
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Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
113Nm@4400rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Manual |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
37 |
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Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
88.50bhp@6000rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
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Boot Space (Litres) |
318 Litres |
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Body Type |
Hatchback |
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Safety |
16.06/17 |
FORD ECO SPORT
Pros:
- Build Quality

- Powerful and Responsive Engines
- Looks
- Driving Dynamics
- Long List Of Safety Features
Cons:
- Not So VFM
- Feels Dated
- Stiff Suspension Setup
- Narrow Second Row
- Thick A-Pillar Causes Blind Spot
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
FORD ECO SPORT |
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ARAI Mileage |
21.7kmpl |
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Engine Displacement (cc) |
1498 |
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Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
215Nm@1750-2500rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Manual |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
52 |
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Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
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Boot Space (Litres) |
352 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
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Safety |
4 stars NCAP rating |
HYUNDAI VENUE

Pros:
- Ease of driving on offer
- Three different engine options
- Feature loaded
Cons:
- Isn't as big as rivals
- No diesel automatic on offer
- 2 petrol is weak on punch
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
HYUNDAI VENUE |
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ARAI Mileage |
18.14kmpl |
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Engine Displacement (cc) |
998 |
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Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
171.6Nm@1500-4000rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Automatic |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
45 |
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Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
118.35bhp@6000rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
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Boot Space (Litres) |
350 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
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Safety |
4 stars NCAP rating |
TATA NEXON
Pros:
- Best in class safety package
- Powerful engines (petrol & diesel)
- Ride and feels like a big vehicle
Cons:
- Quality of plastic inside the cabin
- Sluggish infotainment
- Slightly hard ride
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
TATA NEXON |
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ARAI Mileage |
21.5 kmpl |
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Engine Displacement (cc) |
1497 |
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Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
260Nm@1500-2750rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Automatic |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
44 |
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Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
108.5bhp@4000rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
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Boot Space (Litres) |
350 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
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Safety |
16.06/17 |