Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS is a sportier version of the standard Baleno model and is priced at Rs 8.69 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. The RS version is powered by a 1.0 litre, three-cylinder Boosterjet unit that produces 100 hp of power at 5,500 rpm and 150 Nm of torque between 1,700 and 4,500 rpm. The Boosterjet engine is paired to a 5-speed manual transmission and gets features such as ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD. Exterior styling is largely similar to the standard Baleno but the RS is offered with minor differentiators such as side skirtings and bumper extensions. The car competes against the likes of the Volkswagen Polo GTI and the Fiat Punto Abarth.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS Car Key Features
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS gets reverse parking sensors with camera as a safety feature
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS gets a touchscreen infotainment system compatible with Apple CarPlay
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS is equipped with projector headlamps with LED daytime running lamps
Pros
- Good performance
- Impressive handling
- Fuel efficient yet powerful engine
Cons
- No change in interior from standard Baleno
- Lack of automatic transmission
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS Exterior
On the front, the RS gets projector headlamps with LED daytime running lamps, LED tail lamps, integrated turn indicators on the ORVMs (Outside rear View Mirrors) as well as 16-inch alloy wheels
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS Interior
Inside the cabin, the Baleno RS gets a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system compatible with Apple CarPlay, similar to the recently introduced Maruti Suzuki Ignis. For a sporty appeal, the interior also gets an all-black dashboard and black fabric seats.
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS Engine
The Baleno RS is powered by a 1.0 litre, three-cylinder Boosterjet unit that produces 100 hp of power at 5,500 rpm and 150 Nm of torque between 1,700 and 4,500 rpm.
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS Transmission
The Boosterjet engine is paired to a 5-speed manual transmission and there is no optional automatic transmission
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS Braking and Safety
Stopping power on the Baleno RS will be delivered by discs on all four wheels. In terms of safety, the RS will get ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD as standard and dual stage airbags.
