Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs MG Comet EV
The Baleno is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹5.99 lakh against ₹7.90 lakh for the Comet EV. Only the Baleno has been crash-tested (4 stars). Expert reviewers rate the Baleno higher (8/10 vs 7/10). The Baleno seats more people (up to 5).
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Baleno vs Comet EV: specs and prices
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno | MG Comet EV | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹5.99 L – ₹9.99 L | ₹7.90 L – ₹10.17 L |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol, CNG | Electric |
| Gearbox | Manual, Automatic | Automatic |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Mileage / range | 23.8–34.47 km/l | 230 km range |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 2 |
| Crash-test rating | 4-star (Bharat NCAP) | Not tested |
| Expert score | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Variants | 13 | 6 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹7.50 L | ₹7.90 L |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno or the MG Comet EV?
- The Maruti Suzuki Baleno starts at ₹5.99 lakh ex-showroom; the MG Comet EV starts at ₹7.90 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the Baleno or the Comet EV?
- Baleno: 4-star Bharat NCAP; Comet EV: not crash-tested yet. Up to 6 and 2 airbags respectively.
- Which is better, the Baleno or the Comet EV?
- The Baleno is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹5.99 lakh against ₹7.90 lakh for the Comet EV. Only the Baleno has been crash-tested (4 stars). Expert reviewers rate the Baleno higher (8/10 vs 7/10). The Baleno seats more people (up to 5). Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.