Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Tata Altroz vs Toyota Glanza (2026)
The classic premium hatchback shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Baleno if you want the lowest starting price (₹5.99 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 30.61 kmpl).
- Pick the Tata Altroz if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (345 L).
- Pick the Toyota Glanza as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Baleno | Tata Altroz | Toyota Glanza |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹5.99 Lakh – ₹8.90 Lakh | ₹6.89 Lakh – ₹11.49 Lakh | ₹7.00 Lakh – ₹10.00 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L K12N DualJet NA Petrol / CNG | 1.2L petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L iCNG | 1.2L four-cylinder petrol (DualJet) |
| Max power | 89 bhp | 89 bhp | 89 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, Diesel, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT, DCT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 22.35–22.94 kmpl (petrol), 30.61 km/kg (CNG) | 19.33 kmpl (petrol), 23.64 kmpl (diesel), 26.2 km/kg (CNG) | 22.3-22.9 km/l petrol, 30.6 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 318 L | 345 L | 318 L |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno in short
Sold through Nexa, the Baleno is Maruti's premium hatchback and a consistent segment best-seller, heavily updated in 2022 with a stiffer structure and more equipment. It rivals the Hyundai i20, Tata Altroz and Toyota Glanza (its own badge-engineered twin). The 1.2L DualJet engine prioritises efficiency, and top trims get a 360-degree camera and head-up display.
Full Baleno prices & variants →Tata Altroz in short
The Altroz is Tata's premium hatchback built on the ALFA architecture and was the first made-in-India car to score a full 5 stars at Global NCAP. Refreshed in 2025 with flush door handles, a larger touchscreen and six airbags as standard, it fights the Maruti Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza. It is also the only car in its class to offer petrol, diesel and CNG powertrains under one roof.
Full Altroz prices & variants →Toyota Glanza in short
The Toyota Glanza is the badge-engineered sibling of the Maruti Baleno, pairing the same frugal 1.2 DualJet petrol with Toyota's longer standard warranty and service network. It fights the Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz in the premium hatchback space with six standard airbags and a factory-fitted CNG option. For buyers wanting Baleno practicality with Toyota ownership peace of mind, it is a straightforward pick.
Full Glanza prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Baleno vs Altroz vs Glanza — which should I buy?
Pick the Maruti Suzuki Baleno if you want the lowest starting price (₹5.99 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 30.61 kmpl). Pick the Tata Altroz if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (345 L). Pick the Toyota Glanza as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Baleno, Altroz, Glanza?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno starts lowest at ₹5.99 Lakh, against ₹6.89 Lakh for the Altroz and ₹7.00 Lakh for the Glanza (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Maruti Suzuki Baleno: not yet NCAP-tested; Tata Altroz: 5 stars; Toyota Glanza: not yet NCAP-tested.