From the time baleno has come in markt, it has a unique chram in the market with its top quality features and the never like road hatchback. Like with every Maruti, the crowd responded positively and with reason. The 84hp, 1.2-litre petrol engine is known for its peppy performance and superb fuelefficiency figures. Pair that with a spacious cabin, a 339-litre boot and high levels of equipment like HID headlamps and a touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay, a used Baleno could be all the car you need. As with its predecessor, you will enjoy driving the Baleno. A significant part is the K12 engine, which is fast enough for an exciting drive that doesn’t get you in trouble.
Cruising ability could
have been better with an extra gear on the highway, but it’s something you get
over. The highlight, however, is the ride quality. Even over our rough roads,
the Baleno feels supple and comfy. Potholes and cuts in the roads are well
taken care of as well. Now while the city performance is excellent, it does not
feel as confident on the highway at speeds of over 100kph. Keep it within the
triple-digit mark though, and there is nothing to worry about. And there isn’t
much that goes wrong with these. However, there are a few things to watch out
for before buying a used model.
The power window switches are prone to
malfunctioning, so check these. A replacement is cheap, like all other parts,
but it is always better if you find one with no issue. Another thing to look for
is the clutch. Owners have reported the clutch setting to be slightly tricky,
and as a result you could end up stalling the car. Owing to this, a lot of
owners constantly tend to ride the clutch with their foot almost always on it
in traffic; this results in premature wear.
A new clutch will cost Rs
6,000 If you prefer the convenience of an automatic, this is a good option.
Look for an airbag warning sign on the instrument cluster and have a technician
check it out. Lastly, while scouting for a model, try and find the top-spec
Alpha trim, which will get you the HID headlamps and the touchscreen
infotainment. The parts and service cost too is anything but expensive.
