Tata Altroz vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno: Which is safer, which is pricier, which sells more?

Tata Motors is known for the high safety ratings of its cars. From hatchbacks to SUVs, Tata cars of all shapes and sizes have performed really well in safety tests. Now, compare this with Maruti models. There was a time when cars of Maruti Suzuki India would be criticised for their poor safety ratings. However, it all changed with the new-generation Dzire and the new Victoris. Recently, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno-rival Tata Altroz scored a 5-star safety rating at Bharat NCAP. Let us check out how the two premium hatchbacks fare against one another in terms of safety ratings, price and sales.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Tata Altroz: Safety Ratings

The Baleno has also been crash tested at Bharat NCAP. It received 26.52 points out of 32 in the adult occupant protection (AOP) category with four stars out of five, and 34.81 points out of 49 in the child occupant protection (COP) category with three stars out of five.

The Altroz performed way better with 29.65 points in the AOP category and 44.9 points in the COP category. It got five stars in all categories.

For reference, both cars come with six airbags, electronic stability control, and ABS with EBD as standard.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Tata Altroz: Price

While the Baleno is priced between Rs 6.74 lakh and Rs 9.96 lakh (ex-showroom), the Altroz sits in the price bracket of Rs 6.89 lakh and Rs 11.29 lakh (ex-showroom).

A major cause of this price difference is that the Baleno only gets petrol and CNG engines with MT and AMT options, while the Altroz has petrol, diesel and CNG motors with MT, AMT and DCA options.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Tata Altroz: Sales

In terms of sales, the Altroz is miles behind the Baleno, which is one of the largest-selling cars in India.

For reference, Maruti sold 1,67,161 units of the Baleno in FY25, whereas Tata could sell merely 35,187 units of the Altroz during the fiscal, according to industry data. This clearly shows that the Baleno is more popular among buyers.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno: Reasons For High Sales

The Baleno is known for its frugal nature. It is highly fuel efficient, like most of the Maruti cars. The feature-list is not very long, but it is definitely diligent. Touchscreen infotainment, automatic climate control and 360-degree camera ensure that buyers get decent amount of features, while keeping the affordability in check.