Baleno or Glanza: Which car is better for daily office commute?

Both cars share the same platform, engine, features, and driving feel—but their price and mileage differences can influence your decision. Here’s an easy breakdown.

Price comparison (Ex-showroom)
Maruti Suzuki Baleno: ₹5,98,900 – ₹9,10,000
Toyota Glanza: ₹6,39,300 – ₹9,14,600

Price difference:
• Base variant: Glanza is ₹40,400 costlier
• Top variant: Glanza is only ₹4,600 more

Baleno is slightly more affordable, especially in the lower variants.

Mileage comparison
Both cars use the same 1.2-litre K-Series petrol engine (88.5 bhp, 113 Nm). Hence, mileage is almost identical.

Petrol (MT):
• Baleno: 22.35 km/l
• Glanza: 22.94 km/l (slightly higher)

CNG (MT):
• Both: 30.61 km/kg

In petrol, Glanza gives a small advantage. In CNG, both are identical.

Which is better for daily office commute?
For daily city use, you need:
• Good mileage
• Low maintenance
• Comfortable ride
• Easy availability of service

Both cars deliver well on these. The key differences come from pricing and brand preferences.

Why choose Baleno?
• Lower starting price
• Largest service network in India (Maruti Advantage)
• Slightly cheaper spare parts and service costs
• Good resale value due to high demand

Best for: Budget-conscious commuters who want low running costs.

Why choose Glanza?
• Slightly higher petrol mileage
• Toyota reliability & better warranty experience
• Interiors feel a little more premium in some variants
• Toyota’s customer service is often rated better

Best for: Those who prefer Toyota’s brand experience and don’t mind a small price difference.

Final verdict: Which one should you buy?
If price and maintenance cost matter most → Maruti Baleno
If you want a premium feel, Toyota service, and slightly better mileageToyota Glanza

For daily office commutes, both are excellent choices, but Baleno offers more value for money, while Glanza provides a more premium ownership experience.