Maruti NEXA Baleno CNG Delta

Baleno CNG Delta is the value-focused CNG trim to shortlist if low running costs matter more than premium extras, since it pairs the factory-fitted CNG setup with a manual gearbox and still gives a usable cabin with essentials like a 7-inch touchscreen, wireless phone mirroring, rear AC vents and a fast-charging rear USB port.

The current Baleno range update makes this variant more relevant for city buyers because the CNG option now sits in a refreshed lineup and, for the first time on the Baleno, the CNG powertrain is also offered with AMT in the range; the Delta CNG itself remains the manual choice for buyers who want the lowest-cost CNG entry point with familiar hatchback practicality.

For buyers comparing variants, Delta CNG sits above the base trim by adding everyday convenience features such as electrically adjustable and foldable mirrors, steering-mounted controls, rear AC vents, central locking and a 7-inch infotainment system, while its CNG efficiency figure of 33.61 km/kg makes it the practical pick for high-mileage users who can live without the higher-end comfort and cosmetic upgrades of the pricier trims.

The Baleno CNG Delta makes sense if the priority is low running costs with a usable feature set, but it asks you to accept a manual gearbox and modest CNG performance for the savings. It suits buyers who want a city-friendly hatchback with the Delta trim’s practical equipment and the factory-fitted CNG setup.

For buyers comparing variants, the Baleno CNG Delta is the entry point to the CNG line-up and typically offers the core everyday essentials without moving into the pricier higher trims. It is best if the budget is tight and the main goal is maximum fuel economy, while keeping expectations realistic about pickup, highway overtakes, and boot usability with the CNG hardware.

This variant is a good pick only if CNG availability and lower running costs matter more than convenience features or stronger performance. If the car will be used frequently on open roads or with a fully loaded cabin, a petrol Baleno or a higher CNG trim may be the better balance of comfort and flexibility.

The 2026 Baleno update is the biggest recent change for the Baleno CNG Delta in India: the facelift brought the new 1.2-litre Z12E engine, the Delta CNG got a factory-fitted CNG option, and Maruti lists the CNG efficiency at 33.61 km/kg with the Delta CNG priced at Rs 7.92 lakh ex-showroom.

A key buying-relevant update is the variant and gearbox spread: Delta is now the one-above-base trim and, for CNG, it is available with both manual and AMT in the facelifted Baleno, so buyers can choose between lower running costs and easier city use without moving to a higher trim.

The Delta CNG also gained a more usable equipment set over the base trim, including a 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, rear AC vents, a rear fast-charging USB port, steering-mounted controls, electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs, a four-speaker audio system, and a tyre pressure monitoring system, which makes it a better value choice for family use.

Maruti NEXA Baleno Baleno CNG Delta is priced at ₹7.92 lakh ex-showroom, and the factory CNG option is paired only with a 5-speed manual; the headline value is its claimed 33.61 km/kg efficiency, which makes it the most cost-focused Baleno for high-mileage buyers.

The Baleno CNG Delta’s certified mileage is 33.61 km/kg, which is the key figure to use for a buying decision, while the newer Baleno update also adds a CNG-AMT option in this variant family. For city-heavy use, the advertised CNG efficiency makes it a lower-running-cost choice than the petrol Baleno, but real-world figures will vary with traffic, load and AC usage.