Maruti Suzuki has expanded its automatic transmission portfolio by introducing a 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) option for the factory-fitted CNG variant of the Baleno.
Key Highlights & Pricing
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Starting Price: Priced from Rs 8.32 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Trim Availability: Offered in two core mid-to-high variants—Delta and Zeta.
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Engine & Performance: Powered by the Z12E 1.2-litre, three-cylinder engine. In CNG mode, it outputs 70 hp and 102 Nm of torque (matching the manual version).
Mileage & Efficiency
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Claimed Fuel Economy: The Baleno CNG-AMT delivers an ARAI-certified mileage of 34.47 km/kg.
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Efficiency Bump: This reflects a marginal improvement of 0.86 km/kg over the standard CNG-manual configuration.
Practicality & Packaging
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Boot Space Trade-off: Unlike Maruti’s newer underbody dual-cylinder packaging seen on select models, the Baleno CNG-AMT retains a conventional 55-litre water-equivalent cylinder housed directly inside the boot alongside the spare wheel. This significantly eats into luggage space when running on gas.
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Target Audience: The addition of the two-pedal automated convenience aims to attract urban commuters looking to slash running costs without giving up city-driving ease.
