Suzuki's new HB "Baleno" world premiere! Adopting a new face with a wide feeling!Announced with a stamp from about 970,000 yen
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Maruti Suzuki, Suzuki's Indian subsidiary, unveiled the new "Baleno" for the first time in the world on February 23, 2022. [Image] Suzuki unveils the new HB "Baleno" for the first time in the world! Renewed with a sharp face !? See the actual car as an image from about 970,000 yen (15 sheets)
New "Baleno" announced by Maruti Suzuki
Baleno is a small hatchback vehicle that was launched in the Indian market in 2015. In India, it is handled by the premium-oriented sales brand "NEXA". It is a global model that is not only sold in India but also sold all over the world. It was also sold in the Japanese market from 2016 to 2020, but it is not currently in the lineup. The new Baleno announced this time appears as the first model to adopt NEXA's new design language "CRAFTED FUTURISM". In addition, various equipment such as driving support equipment and infotainment system have been renewed. Regarding the new Baleno, Kenichi Ayukawa, Managing Director and CEO of Maruti Suzuki, commented as follows. "Since its launch, Baleno has been used by more than 1 million customers not only in India but also in more than 100 countries around the world, and its design and performance have been highly evaluated and pleased. The new Baleno is for the future. Our new approach is to reinvigorate the premium hatchback segment with multiple segment-first features, with a focus on technology and innovation. New era of technology and features, and freshness. The exterior, premium interior, and consideration for excellent safety will lead the customer's experience to new heights. "* * * The body size of the new Baleno is 3990 mm in length x 1745 mm in width x 1500 mm in height. The front face has been revamped and a wider and more prominent front grille has been adopted. The interior creates a high-quality and premium atmosphere with piano black decoration and metallic gray accent colors. In addition, advanced equipment such as a head-up display, a 9-inch display infotainment system "SmartPlay Pro +", and next-generation Suzuki Connect will be installed. It also supports voice operation via smart watches and Alexa. The engine is equipped with a 1.2-liter dual jet dual VVT engine that delivers a maximum output of 90 horsepower and a maximum torque of 113 Nm. It is also equipped with an idling stop mechanism and has a fuel efficiency of 22.94km / L (AGS vehicle). There are two types of transmissions, AGS and MT. All 6 body colors including "NEXA Blue" are set. The price of the new Valeno is from 635,000 rupees to 949,000 rupees (calculated from about 970,000 yen to about 1.45 million yen, 1 rupee 1.53 yen). A subscription service (Maruti Suzuki Subscription) is also set up locally, and you can use it from 13,999 rupees (about 20,000 yen) per month.
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