Suzuki Baleno 2005 2022

The vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno 2020 was launched in the market in 1998. The 1st generation Suzuki Baleno is the front engine, front wheel drive subcompact sedan and this vehicle, 1st generation Baleno has the facelift to improve the minimalistic and restrained from the looks of pre-facelift model and most of the customers prefer this vehicle to buy it. The vehicle, 1st generation Baleno is provided in the market in 7 different variants like Gli, GXi, JXL, GL, JXR, Sport and GTi. The production of the car, Suzuki Baleno was continued for 8 years and this vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno was provided in the market for purchase during the years from 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. The price of the vehicle, Suzuki Baleno was competitive when it is compared with other models in the similar class.

Exterior

The vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno is featured with fairly restrained and minimalistic design language and the front end of the vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno has the features of rectangular grille with chrome accent, angular trapezium styled side swept headlights and dual air intakes on the front bumper. The rear end of the vehicle is added with angular trapezium styled taillights, and the outward sticking rear bumper. The vehicle has the facelift, which is featured with series of cosmetic upgrades and the front side is added with new sleek angular headlights, outward sticking bumper and angular trapezium grille with chrome accent. All of the variants of the vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno are featured with identical styling and overall exterior of the vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno has fairly restrained design language, which is familiar for sedan designed in late nineties.

Interior

The interior side of the vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno compromises with the use of dark grey plastic trim pieces. The front and rear seats of the vehicle are prepared with fabric and this vehicle has the standard features like air conditioning, power steering, cup holders, stereo speaker system, power lock doors, power windows and tachometer. The overall interior of the vehicle, 1st generation Suzuki Baleno is spacious, when you consider the external dimensions and it can deliver the decent amount of comfort.

Engine

Engine
1.3 Liter SOHC 16 Valve Inline-4
1.5 Liter SOHC 16 Valve Inline-4

Gearbox
5-Speed Manual Transmission.

Mileage

The 1st Generation Suzuki Baleno gets an average of 10 KM/L to make the average range of 500 KM/L from compact sedans 50 Liter fuel tank.

Competitors

The main competitors of 1st generation Suzuki Baleno are Honda City, Honda Civic, Mitsubishi Lancer and Nissan Sunny.

Specifications

1298cc DOHC 16 valve with 5-speed MT
1590cc DOHC 16 valve with 5-speed MT

Pros & Cons

Pros
Good performance
Good comfort level
Above par handling capabilities

Cons
Lack of availability of spare parts
Faulty ignition coils issues