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Maruti Baleno facelift arrives September 5 with refreshed styling, added features and unchanged engines.

Maruti Suzuki is set to introduce the facelifted Baleno in India on September 5, 2026, giving its premium hatchback a mid-cycle refresh nearly four years after the current-generation model was launched. While the company has yet to reveal official details, recent test mule sightings have offered a glimpse of the changes expected on the updated model.

The most noticeable revisions are likely to be at the front. Spy images indicate that the Baleno facelift will receive a redesigned grille featuring a horizontal chrome strip connecting the headlights, along with a revised front bumper. The headlamp design is expected to remain largely unchanged, retaining the existing LED daytime running light signature. The updated bumper also appears to omit the front fog lamps seen on the current model.

From the side, the facelift is expected to remain largely familiar, with newly designed alloy wheels being the primary visual change. At the rear, minor revisions such as a redesigned bumper are anticipated, while the tail-lamps, roof spoiler and rear wiper are likely to carry over from the outgoing model.

Inside the cabin, the overall dashboard layout is expected to remain unchanged. However, Maruti could introduce fresh upholstery and additional premium touches to make the Baleno more competitive. A single-pane sunroof and ambient lighting are among the features expected to be added, bringing the hatchback closer to rivals that already offer these amenities. Existing equipment such as the 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, powered ORVMs, auto-dimming IRVM and six-speaker audio system is likely to continue.

Mechanically, no significant changes are expected. The facelifted Baleno is likely to retain the familiar 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 90 HP, paired with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed AMT. The factory-fitted CNG variant, powered by the same engine with an output of 77.5 HP, is also expected to continue with a manual transmission.

Pricing is expected to see a modest increase over the current Baleno, which is priced between Rs. 5.99 lakhs and Rs. 9.14 lakhs (ex-showroom). Once launched, the updated hatchback will continue to compete with rivals such as the Tata Altroz, Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza.