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Land Rover Defender vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Land Rover Defender or Maruti Suzuki Baleno? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Defender and Baleno. Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs.1.04 Cr (ex-showroom) for 2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Price starts at Rs.6.74 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sigma. Land Rover Defender is 4 cylinder, 4997 cc Engine can generate 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Baleno is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 87.78 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Defender provides a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model), and Baleno has a mileage of 22.35 kmpl (base model).

Defender vs Baleno

Key HighlightsLand Rover DefenderMaruti Suzuki Baleno
PriceRs.1.04 CrRs.6.74 Lakh
Engine Capacity4997 cc1197 cc
Power296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm87.78 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range14 kmpl22.35 kmpl
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Land Rover Defender 2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE car
2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE
Rs. 1.04 Cr
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Rs. 6.74 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.23 Cr
Price Breakup
7.57 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
397 Litres
318 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Engine Displacement
4997 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm
87.78 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
Defender Images
Defender Images
Defender Images
Baleno Images
Baleno Images
Baleno Images
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Exterior

Sunroof Type
Panoramic
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Sunroof
check
Power Windows
check
check
Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
check
Rear Wiper
check
Rear Defogger
check
check
Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
check
Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
check
Projector headlight
-
check
Automatic Headlamps
check
Follow Me Home Headlamps
check

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wishbones Coil Suspension
McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Torsion Beam
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Drum
Wheels
Alloy
Steel
Spare Wheel
Alloy
Steel
Front Tyre Size
255/60 R20
185/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
255/60 R20
185/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.65 meters
4.85 meters
Tyre Size Spare
255/65 R19
185/65 R15
Wheels Size
R20
R15

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
check
check
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
-
check
Shift Indicator
check
check
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
-

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
check
Android Auto
check
Voice Command
check
Infotainment Screen
check
check
Multifunction Display
check
Touchscreen Size
11.4 inches
-
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
Gesture Control
-
Integrated Music System
check
Speakers
6+
-
AM/FM Radio
check
USB Compatibility
check
Wireless Charger
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
10 Years/100000 kms
Upto 6 Years/160000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
4997 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine
1.2 L K Series Dual jet & Dual VVT Engine
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Gears
8
5
Power
296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm
87.78 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm
113 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Fast Charging
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
14 kmpl
22.35 kmpl
Top Speed
191 kmph
180 kmph
Emission Norm
BS VI
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
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Ventilated Seats Type
Heated and cooled
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AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
check
Automatic climate control
check
check
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
check
Cruise Control
check
Start / Stop Button
check
Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
Leather streering wheels
check
Keyless Entry
check
check
Electronic Parking Brake
check

Safety

NCAP Rating
5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Not Tested
Airbags
6
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
check
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
check
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
5018 mm
3990 mm
Width
2105 mm
1745 mm
Height
1967 mm
1500 mm
Wheelbase
3022 mm
2520 mm
Ground Clearance
218 mm
170 mm
No. of Seats
6
5
No. of Doors
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
89 Litres
37 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
7 Litres
3.1 Litres
Boot Space
397 Litres
318 Litres
Kerb Weight
2158 kg
925 kg
Body Type
SUV
Hatchback

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Comes with a Powerful Engine
  • Rugged Nature
  • Well-sorted Ride and Handling Dynamics
  • The new Baleno looks more sporty yet elegant in design
  • It offers a practical cabin with a spacious and feature-loaded interior
  • Standard features include all-4 power windows. The car also has automatic climate control and a rear defogger.
  • Fuel-efficient petrol and CNG engines on offer
  • You can get the automatic transmission at an affordable price.
  • Segment first features on offer such as 360 camera and head-up display
  • The suspension is well-tuned to offer a comfortable ride
  • Maruti’s widespread sales and service network
Cons
  • Expensive to Buy
  • Not A True Blue Off Roader Anymore
  • Quirky Looks are not to everyone's tastes
  • The Baleno lacks turbo petrol and diesel engine choices
  • The automatic transmission exhibits a noticeable lag. It lacks the smoothness seen in rival offerings with CVT or DCT.
  • It doesn't deliver an enjoyable driving experience, as the engine is tuned more for efficiency
  • Several features are absent which can be seen in competitors. They include an air purifier, rear armrest, sunroof, and TPMS.
  • The higher variants of the Baleno are pricey. The features provided do not seem to justify the cost.
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Detailed Comparison of Land Rover Defender and Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Safety

Defender comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. Baleno has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights.

Body

Defender has doors and seats. It is an with 397 Litres boot space, 89 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 218 mm. It is 2105 mm wide, 1967 mm high and 5018 mm long. It has 2158 kg kerb weight and 3022 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Baleno is an with doors and seats ,37 Litres fuel tank capacity, 318 Litres boot space, 170 mm ground clearance.It has 1500 mm height, 3990 mm length, 1745 mm width, and 925 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Land Rover Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And Baleno comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Land Rover Defender and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Owner Reviews

  • Defender Review
  • Baleno Review
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      S pranith
      23 Aug 2025
      5.0
      For my family, comfort, and social status, I prefer to buy a Land Rover Defender. I would like to know the price and other details, so please provide them.
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      Garry
      1 Year ago
      5.0
      I used to own this car. It was incredibly comfortable with a generous amount of rear space, making it ideal for long journeys. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would certainly recommend it
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      N vasudevareddy
      2 Year ago
      4.4
      It is equipped with advanced safety features such as automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a robust body structure designed to provide protection in the event of a collision. Additionally, it offers excellent off-road capabilities, contributing to overall safety in various driving conditions.
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      Ashik
      2 Year ago
      4.4
      It is considered to offer good value for money due to its rugged build, off-road capabilities, and versatile design. It provides a blend of luxury and functionality, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking a capable and reliable vehicle.
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      Anonymous
      2 Year ago
      5.0
      Very good experience to defender car amazing features
      Likes (1)
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