Suzuki Baleno

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The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Wednesday launched the all new version of its premium hatchback Baleno priced between Rs 6.35-9.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The manual trims of the model are priced between Rs 6.35 lakh and Rs 8.99 lakh while the automatic variants (with auto gear shift technology) are tagged between Rs 7.69 lakh and Rs 9.49 lakh. Speaking at the launch, MSI Managing Director and CEO Kenichi Ayukawa said the auto major along with its vendor partners has invested around Rs 1,150 crore on the development of the all new Baleno. "With focus on technology and innovation, the new-age Baleno is set to re-energise the premium hatchback segment with several first-in segment features. The new-age technology and features along with fresh look, premium interiors and special focus on safety will take the customer experience to a new high," he noted. He further said: "Based on Baleno's popularity and customer feedback, we are now aiming to take it to the ne

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