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Maruti is ready for a big bang! The soon-to-be-launched new car with smart features and a hybrid engine has sparked consumer interest
Samira Vishwas | May 25, 2026 6:24 AM CST

  • The testing model of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift 2026 has been spotted for the first time and is likely to be launched in India this year.
  • The new Baleno gets a wider grille, new headlights, bigger screen, ventilated seats and ADAS features.
  • The company is likely to offer a new 1.2 liter hybrid petrol engine in this premium hatchback, which could further improve the mileage.

Maruti Suzuki, one of the largest car manufacturers in the country, has started testing the Baleno Facelift in India. Recently, the testing model of the Baleno facelift 2026 has been spotted for the first time. Its videos are widely going viral on social media platforms. It is likely that the company may launch the Baleno facelift 2026 in India this year. So the curiosity of the customers has now increased to a great extent. Now let’s know what features can be found in the upcoming car of the company.

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What will be the design of Baleno facelift 2026?

The overall design of the car will remain the same, but the front end will see a wider grille, new headlights and a redesigned bumper. From the side, this upcoming car looks similar to the Baleno. Only one change is expected in this upcoming car and that change is a set of new alloy wheels. The rear tailgate of the car also looks the same as before. But there is a possibility that new taillights can be seen in it. (Photo Courtesy – Social Media)

What will the features be?

The interior of the 2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is yet to be revealed. But it is hoped that the interior of this car may also be somewhat similar to the previous one. It is said that the company may use new interior theme and new materials for the seats. Apart from this, the Baleno facelift 2026 could offer a bigger screen, ventilated seats and new features that enhance comfort. The Maruti Fronx facelift has been spotted testing with a level-2 ADAS unit, so it is expected that the company may offer the same ADAS feature in the Baleno facelift as well.

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Engine and Powertrain

It is likely that the engine of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift may remain the same to some extent. However, the company is expected to introduce a new hybrid engine in this premium hatchback. The Baleno facelift may be offered by the company with a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which can be paired with a battery-powered electric motor. The fuel efficiency of the Baleno can further improve with the help of this hybrid engine.


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