Suzuki Baleno (Australia)
The Suzuki Baleno is now on sale in
Australia, starting at AU$ 15,990 (plus on-road costs). The exclusively
India-made hatchback is available in two grades: GL and GL Turbo.
The AU-spec Suzuki Baleno measures 3,995
mm in length, 1,745 mm in width and 1,470 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of
2,520 mm and a ground clearance of 120 mm. The Baleno GL is powered by a
1.4-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine (borrowed from the
Maruti Ciaz) that produces 92 hp at 6,000 rpm and 130 Nm of torque at
4,000 rpm. It can be had with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed
automatic transmission.
The Baleno GLX Turbo is powered by the
1.0-litre BOOSTERJET turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 110 hp at 5,500 rpm and 160 Nm of torque at 1,500-4,000 rpm. This engine
is available only with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Noteworthy features of the Baleno GL
include LED daytime running lights, foglights, electrically adjustable door
mirrors, leather covered tilt steering wheel, cruise control and touchscreen
infotainment system with satellite navigation and Apple CarPlay smartphone
integration compatibility. The Baleno GLX Turbo benefits from HID projector
headlights, 16-inch alloy wheels, chrome door handles, keyless entry and start
system, automatic climate control and tilt and telescopic steering wheel.
