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Tata Nexon Smart+ Petrol 5MT vs Maruti Baleno Zeta MT
Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.
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Key Specifications Matrix
118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Power
61 kW (82.93 PS) @ 5700 rpm (81.79bhp)
170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
Torque
112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine
Engine / Motor
1.2L Z12E Petrol 1197 cc, 3-Cylinder
Manual
Gearbox
Manual
FWD
Drivetrain
FWD
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
17.44 km/l
Economy / Range
23.80 km/l
5 Seater
Seating
5 Seater
6
Airbags
6
Full Technical Specifications
Comprehensive Breakdown| Specification | Tata Nexon Smart+ Petrol 5MT | Maruti Baleno Zeta MT |
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| Pricing & Availability | ||
| Price Amount | ₹ 8 Lakh | ₹ 8 Lakh |
| Price Type | Ex-Showroom | Ex-Showroom |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC |
1.2L Z12E Petrol |
| Fuel | Petrol |
Petrol |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine |
1197 cc, 3-Cylinder |
| Power | 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
61 kW (82.93 PS) @ 5700 rpm (81.79bhp) |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm |
112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm |
| Transmission | Manual - 5 Gears, Sport Mode |
5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
| Fuel Capacity | 44 litres |
37 litres |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 |
BS6 Phase 2/ OBD2 |
| Engine Misc | Idle Start/Stop |
Idle Start/Stop |
| Electric Range | 767 Km |
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| Fuel Economy | 17.44 km/l |
23.80 km/l |
| Body | ||
| Length | 3995 mm |
3990 mm |
| Width | 1804 mm |
1745 mm |
| Height | 1620 mm |
1530 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 208 mm |
170 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm |
2520 mm |
| Front Tyre | 195 / 60 R16 |
195 / 55 R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 195 / 60 R16 |
195 / 55 R16 |
| Front Suspension | Front - Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Rear - Semi-independent, Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar, Coil Spring and Shock Absorber |
Torsion Beam |
| Steering | Power assisted (Hydraulic) |
Electric, Rack & Pinion |
| Wheel | Steel Rims |
Precision Cut Alloy Wheel |
| Spare Wheel | Steel |
185/65 R15 Steel |
| Turn Radius | — | 4.85 metres |
| Kerb weight | — | 950-985 kg |
| Safety | ||
| NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Global NCAP) |
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| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side) |
6 Airbags |
| Front Brake | Disc |
Disc |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
Drum |
| ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
| EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control System | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESP) |
| Parking Sensors | Rear |
Rear |
| Park Assist | Reverse Camera with Guidance |
360 Degree Camera & Head Up Display |
| Speed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
Audible Speed Alert (80 km/h and 120 km/h) |
| Seatbelt Warning | Yes | Yes, Reminder Lamp & Buzzer for All Seats |
| Child Seat Anchor Point | Yes | Yes, ISOFIX Mounts |
| Central Lock | Remote |
Smart Key |
| Speed Sensitive Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Management System) | — | Yes |
| Mid Rear Seat Belt | — | Yes, 3-Point ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) |
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| Exterior | ||
| Number of Doors | 5 Doors |
5 Doors |
| Headlight | LED |
LED Projector |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | Yes |
| ORVM | Black (Electrically Adjustable) |
Body Coloured, Auto Folding |
| Turn Indicators on ORVM | Yes | Yes |
| Taillamp | LED |
NEXA Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| External Door Handles | Body Coloured |
Chrome Finish |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Body Coloured Bumper | Yes | Yes |
| Body Kit | Cladding - Black/Grey |
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| Rub Strips | Black |
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| Automatic Headlamps | — | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | — | Yes |
| DRL (Daytime Running Lights) | — | NEXTré LED DRLs |
| Interior | ||
| Interior | Dual Tone |
Dual Tone |
| Scuff Plates | Optional | — |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Person |
5 Person |
| Seating Row | 2 Rows |
2 Rows |
| Driver Seat | 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) |
Height Adjustable (6-Way) |
| Front Passenger Seat | 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) |
Manual (4-Way) |
| Driver Armrest Storage | Yes | Yes |
| Headrest | Front & Rear |
Front & Rear Adjustable |
| Rear Seat | 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down) |
60:40 Split Folding |
| Rear Seat Type | Bench |
Bench, Foldable |
| Rear Seat Folding | Full |
Yes |
| Interior Colour | Off-White and Grey |
Black & Blue |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric |
Fabric |
| Interior Door Handles | Painted |
Chrome |
| Door Pockets | Front & Rear |
Front & Rear |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Yes |
| Boot Opener | Internal with Key |
Electric Release |
| Interior Ambient Lights | Optional | — |
| Cabin Lamp | Front |
Front & Center |
| Driver Armrest | — | Yes, Front Sliding Armrest |
| Front Seat Back Pocket | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | — | 60:40 split |
| Mid Rear Head Rest | — | Yes |
| Leather Steering | — | Yes |
| Leather Gear Knob | — | Yes |
| Anti Glare Mirror | — | Manual Day/Night |
| Interior Ambient Light | — | Front Footwell Lamp |
| Vanity Mirror Light | — | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamp | — | Yes |
| Infotainment | ||
| Display | Touch-screen Display |
TFT Colour MID |
| Screen Size | 7 inch |
22.86cm (9 inch) Touchscreen |
| Connectivity | Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired) |
Suzuki Connect |
| Integrated Music System | Yes | SmartPlay Pro |
| Speakers | 4 |
Surround Sense Powered by ARKAMYS, 4 Speakers, 2 Tweeters |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Yes (Audio, Bluetooth & Voice) |
| Bluetooth | Phone & Audio Streaming |
Phone & Audio Streaming |
| GPS | Yes | Inbuilt & Smartphone |
| Auxiliary Port | Yes | Yes |
| Radio | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes, Front & Rear (Type-A & Type-C) |
| Instrument | Digital |
Analogue with Colour TFT MID |
| Tripmeter | Electronic 2 Trips |
Electronic 2 Trips |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes |
| Average Speed | Yes | Yes |
| Instant Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes |
| Clock | Digital |
Digital |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Shift Indicator | Dynamic |
Yes |
| Tachometer | Digital |
Yes |
| Cluster Brightness Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Head Unit Size | — | 22.86cm (9 inch) |
| Android Auto | — | Wireless |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Wireless |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Distance to Empty (DTE) | — | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | — | Yes |
| Alexa | — | Available via Suzuki Connect |
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| Comfort | ||
| AC | Yes (Manual) |
Automatic AC |
| Front AC | Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control |
Automatic AC |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Adjust | Tilt |
Tilt & Telescopic |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear |
Front & Rear |
| Vanity Mirror | Co-Driver Only |
Driver & Co-Driver |
| Headlight Ignition On Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| 12V Power Outlet | 1 |
Front & Rear |
| Cupholder | Front Only |
Front Console & Rear Armrest |
| Sunglass Holder | Yes | — |
| Rear AC | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Keyless Button Start | — | Yes |
| Window One Touch Down | — | Driver |
| Window One Touch Up | — | Driver |
| Rear Defogger | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | — | Available (with active cooling) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery | — | 12V Lead Acid |
| Other | ||
| Remote Light Flash via App | Yes | Yes |
| Find My Car | — | Yes |
| Geofencing | — | Yes |
| Car Status Via App | — | Yes |
| Emergency Call System | — | Yes |
| OTA Update | — | Yes |
| AC On Off via App | — | Yes |
| Car Unlock via App | — | Yes |
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty (Years) | 3 |
2 |
| Warranty (Km) | 100000 |
40000 |
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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Tata Nexon Smart+ Petrol 5MT and Maruti Baleno Zeta MT.
The Tata Nexon Smart+ Petrol 5MT is priced at ₹ 8 Lakh, while the Maruti Baleno Zeta MT is priced at ₹ 8 Lakh.
The Tata Nexon Smart+ Petrol 5MT delivers 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm torque, compared to the Maruti Baleno Zeta MT which produces 61 kW (82.93 PS) @ 5700 rpm (81.79bhp) power and 112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm torque.
Tata Nexon Smart+ Petrol 5MT features a Manual gearbox with Petrol fuel, while Maruti Baleno Zeta MT comes with a Manual gearbox and Petrol fuel.
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