The Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS VS Volkswagen Polo GT war for the best customer option has become interesting with thelaunch of Baleno RS with turbojet engine.The Volkswagen Polo GT is the most popular car in the hatchback car segment in the country. In this segment, Maruti has launched its Baleno RS, which is the updated version of the regular Baleno.
The Design, exterior and interior are all similar to the previous one, however the only difference is that the Balano RS has a 1.0 liter Boosterjet petrol engine which is more powerful. Now it is interesting to know, which car is better – Volkswagen Polo GT or Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS:
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS VS Volkswagen Polo GT : Which has better Engine/Fuel Economy ?
The engine of the Volkswagen Polo GT, as given in the table, is more powerful than the Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS. Power is 3 PS higher and 25 Nm of torque is also more. In terms of weight, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS is a light weight car. Moreover, the Volkswagen Polo GT has been given an automatic gearbox, while the Baleno RS comes with manual transmission.
The mileage of the Baleno RS is also better than the Volkswagen Polo GT. Hence, if you want a powerful hatchback, then Polo GT is the best, but if you want a mileage car then Baleno RS is a good option for you.
Engine specs compare table
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS | Volkswagen Polo GT | |
| Engine Type | 1.0 litre BoosterJet | 1.2 litre |
| Power | 102 PS | 105 PS |
| Torque | 150 Nm @ 1700 – 4500 rpm | 175 Nm @ 1500 – 4100 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT | 7-Speed DSG AT |
| fuel Economy | 21.1 kmpl | 17.21 kmpl |
| Kerb Weight | 950 kg | 1109 kg |
Bottom-line : Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS has better fuel economy than Volkswagen Polo GT but Polo GT has powerful engine than the former.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS vs Volkswagen Polo GT – Which is More Advanced ?
In terms of features, the Baleno RS is a little bit better than the Polo GT, here the plus point of the Baleno RS is its advanced SmartPlay information system which comes with touchscreen. At the same time, it has been attached to the rear parking camera, while the Polo GT lacks both features.
In addition, the Baleno RS comes loaded with LED DRLs, push button start/ stop, follow- me- home- headlamps, auto headlamps and spilt rear seat features, while the Polo GT does not have such feature. Tyres of the Baleno RS are larger. However, front disc brakes have been given in both cars.
Features compare Table
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS | Volkswagen Polo GT | |
| Headlamps | Projector | Halogen |
| LED daytime running lights | Yes | No |
| Music System | SmartPlay infotainment system with Apple CarPlay | CD/MP3/Bluetooth/USB and Aux-in |
| Parking Aids | Reverse parking camera and sensors | Reverse parking sensors |
| Brakes | Disc brakes on all four wheels | Disc (front), Drum (rear) |
| Auto Headlamps | Yes | No |
| Follow- me- home- Headlamps | Yes | No |
| 60:40 spilt rear seat | yes | No |
| Push button start/ stop | Yes | No |
| Seat belt pre-tensioner with Load Limiter | yes | No |
| Tyre Size | 16- inch | 15- inch |
Bottom-line : Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS has an edge over Volkswagen Polo GT with new features like advanced SmartPlay information system and rear parking camera and bigger tires.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS vs Volkswagen Polo GT – Which one is more safer ?
On the safety front, the Volkswagen Polo GT is by far better than the Baleno RS. As given in the table, it comes equipped with ESP, hill hold control, cruise control, aluminum finish pedal, cooled glove-box and fog lamps. On the other hand, the Baleno RS lacks all these features, though it gets fog lamps.
Safety features compare table
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS | Volkswagen Polo GT | |
| ESP | No | Yes |
| Cruise control | No | Yes |
| Hill hold control | No | Yes |
| Fog lamps with cornering lights | only fog lamps | Yes |
| Aluminium finish pedal | No | Yes |
| Cooled glove-box | No | Yes |
Bottom-line : Volkswagen Polo GT wins Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS at the passenger safety front.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS vs Volkswagen Polo GT – Which more pocket friendly ?
If you look at the prices, the Baleno RS comes with an affordable price tag of Rs 8.69 lakhs (ex- showroom, New Delhi) and it is only available in one variant. While, the price of the Volkswagen Polo GT is Rs 9.22 lakh (ex- showroom, New Delhi). The Volkswagen Polo GT is the favourite hatchback car of the country, while the Baleno RS has more mileage and less price.
