Maruti Baleno Alpha Variant Analysis: Are The Segment-First Features Worth The Premium?

It’s the trim with the segment first features like a 360-degree camera and head-up display

Maruti has reserved all the coolest features of the new Baleno for the top-spec Alpha variant. It attracts a premium of Rs 90,000 over the previous trim while still being more affordable than the top-variants of its rivals. Let’s see what it has to offer for the price:

Why consider the Baleno Alpha?

The top-spec Alpha variant gets segment first features like the head-up display and 360-degree camera. It also gets Maruti’s new 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and the sound system is tuned by Arkamys for an upmarket experience. The LED fog lamps, LED daytime running lights and precision-cut alloys make the Baleno look its best. Other useful features reserved for the top trim are cruise control, auto-folding ORVMs, auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, and UV cut glass.

Here are the features on offer in this trim:

What could have been better about the Baleno Alpha?

The top-spec Baleno could have offered with more premium features suited to the segment it competes in such as leatherette upholstery, a rear foldout armrest, wireless connectivity and maybe even a sunroof. It also does not offer a three-point seatbelt or a headrest for the rear middle seat.

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