2026 Maruti Baleno Sigma: What Do You Get in the Base Variant?

The 2026 Maruti Baleno Sigma is the entry-level variant of the updated premium hatchback. It gets the same 1.2-litre petrol engine as the higher variants, but Maruti has kept the equipment list fairly simple to maintain a lower starting price.

That does not mean the Sigma is completely bare-bones, though. It gets six airbags, ESP with Hill Hold Assist, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, four power windows and a 60:40 split rear seat as standard. At the same time, there is no factory-fitted touchscreen, rear camera, TPMS or push-button start.

So, what exactly do you get with the Baleno Sigma, and what do you have to give up compared with the higher variants?

2026 Maruti Baleno Sigma: At a Glance

Feature	Baleno Sigma
Engine	1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol
Power	82.93 PS
Torque	112.4 Nm
Transmission	5-speed manual
Claimed mileage	23.80 km/l
Airbags	6
ESP with Hill Hold Assist	Yes
ABS with EBD	Yes
Reverse parking sensors	Yes
TPMS	No
Infotainment system	No
Rear parking camera	No
Alloy wheels	No
Automatic climate control	No
Push-button start	No
Rear AC vents	No

What Does the Baleno Sigma Look Like?

The Sigma gets the basic exterior treatment of the new Baleno, but it does not look dramatically different from the more expensive variants.

It gets halogen projector headlamps, 15-inch steel wheels with full wheel covers and the new Baleno design elements. The NEXA signature LED tail lamps and rear spoiler are also standard across the range.

The Sigma misses some of the visual upgrades available higher up the range. There are no alloy wheels, LED headlamps, LED DRLs, chrome door handles or LED fog lamps. The latter are available only on the Alpha and Alpha(O) variants.

The result is a car that looks fairly well equipped from a distance, but the difference becomes more obvious when you compare it directly with the Zeta or Alpha variants.

The Sigma is available in Splendid Silver, Nexa Blue, Grandeur Grey and Arctic White.

What Do You Get Inside the Baleno Sigma?

The cabin is where Maruti has clearly kept costs under control.

The Sigma gets fabric upholstery, an analogue instrument cluster with a basic MID and a tilt-adjustable steering wheel. The rear seat gets a 60:40 split-folding function, while adjustable headrests are provided for all occupants.

There is also a manual air-conditioning system rather than the automatic climate control available on higher variants.

One useful feature that should not be overlooked is the driver-side power window with auto up/down and pitch-guard protection. All four windows are electrically operated.
The biggest omission, however, is the infotainment system.

No Factory-Fitted Touchscreen

The Baleno Sigma does not get a factory-fitted infotainment system. Maruti starts the touchscreen system with the Delta variant.

The Delta gets a 17.78 cm SmartPlay Pro system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, while the Zeta and higher variants move to the larger 22.86 cm SmartPlay Pro+ system.

This means a Sigma buyer will have to live without a factory touchscreen or choose an aftermarket solution if they want one.

For buyers who are comfortable using their phone for navigation and music, this may not be a major issue. For others, the absence of an infotainment system could be one of the main reasons to consider moving up to the Delta.

Baleno Sigma Safety Features

Safety is arguably the strongest part of Sigma’s equipment list.

The base variant gets six airbags as standard, along with ESP with Hill Hold Assist, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist. Reverse parking sensors are also standard.

It also gets three-point ELR seat belts for all occupants, seat belt reminders, ISOFIX child-seat mounts, emergency stop signal and seat-belt pretensioners with force limiters.

Here is the main safety equipment available on the Sigma:

Safety feature	Sigma
6 airbags	Yes
ABS with EBD	Yes
ESP with Hill Hold Assist	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes
Reverse parking sensors	Yes
3-point seat belts	Yes
Seat belt reminders	Yes
ISOFIX	Yes
Seat belt pretensioners	Yes
Emergency Stop Signal	Yes
TPMS	No
Rear-view camera	No
360-degree camera	No
ADAS	No

The TPMS starts from the Delta variant, while the rear-view camera is also not available on Sigma. The 360-degree camera is reserved for the Alpha and Alpha(O) variants.

The new Level 2+ ADAS is also not available on Sigma. It is exclusive to the top-spec Alpha(O), which gets functions including Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Departure Warning, Advanced Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, High Beam Assist and Vehicle Sway Warning.
So while the Sigma has a good basic safety package, it should not be confused with the ADAS-equipped Alpha(O).

Baleno Sigma Engine and Mileage

The Baleno Sigma is available with only one powertrain combination: the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

The engine produces 82.93 PS and 112.4 Nm. Maruti claims a fuel efficiency of 23.80 km/l for the petrol manual.

There is no AMT option with the Sigma.

If you want an automatic Baleno, the Delta variant is the entry point for the AMT. The Delta is also where the CNG powertrain enters the lineup. The Zeta is available with both petrol AMT and CNG manual, while the Alpha and Alpha(O) are petrol-only variants.

Baleno Sigma Engine Specifications

Specification	Baleno Sigma
Engine	1.2-litre petrol
Displacement	1,197cc
Cylinders	3
Maximum power	82.93 PS @ 5,700 rpm
Maximum torque	112.4 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
Gearbox	5-speed manual
Claimed mileage	23.80 km/l
Fuel tank capacity	37 litres

The Sigma therefore keeps things simple: there is no complicated gearbox choice or additional powertrain option to consider.

What Does the Baleno Sigma Miss?

This is where the difference between the Sigma and higher Baleno variants becomes more important.

The Sigma misses several features that many buyers now expect in a premium hatchback.

Features Not Available on Sigma

• Touchscreen infotainment system
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Factory-fitted sound system
• Rear-view camera
• TPMS
• Rear AC vents
• Electrically foldable ORVMs
• Auto-folding ORVMs
• Push-button start
• Automatic climate control
• Rear wiper and washer
• Alloy wheels
• LED headlamps
• LED DRLs
• Steering-mounted audio controls
• Suzuki Connect
• Cruise control
• Wireless charging
• TFT colour MID

Several of these features start with the Delta, while others are reserved for Zeta, Alpha or Alpha(O).
That makes the Sigma quite different from the higher variants even though the underlying car and engine remain largely the same.

Baleno Sigma vs Delta: Is the Upgrade Worth It?

For many buyers, the more important question is not whether the Sigma is adequately equipped. It is whether it makes sense to save money with the Sigma when the Delta adds several everyday features.

The Delta adds a 17.78 cm SmartPlay Pro touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, rear AC vents, rear fast-charging USB ports, TPMS, electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs, rear parking camera, security alarm and a few additional convenience features.

It also opens up the AMT and CNG powertrain choices.
That makes the Delta a more complete choice for someone who plans to keep the car for several years.

On the other hand, the Sigma makes more sense if your priority is buying the Baleno’s basic package at the lowest possible price and you do not mind adding or living without some of the missing convenience features.

Is the 2026 Maruti Baleno Sigma Worth Buying?

The 2026 Maruti Baleno Sigma is not bare-bones when it comes to safety, but it is basic when it comes to convenience and technology.

Getting six airbags, ESP with Hill Hold Assist, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, four power windows and a 60:40 split rear seat in the base variant is a positive. The 1.2-litre petrol engine also offers a claimed 23.80 km/l with the manual gearbox.
The compromises are mostly around features. There is no touchscreen, no rear camera, no TPMS, no automatic climate control, no push-button start and no alloy wheels.

For a buyer who simply wants a practical petrol hatchback and is comfortable with a basic cabin, the Sigma can be a sensible starting point.

But if you want the Baleno to feel like a premium hatchback rather than a well-equipped basic car, the Delta is worth considering before making a decision. It adds several features that you are likely to use every day, rather than just a few cosmetic upgrades.

In short, the Sigma is a good base variant for buyers who value the fundamentals, particularly safety and the petrol engine. But if features such as a touchscreen, smartphone connectivity, rear camera and TPMS matter to you, it is worth looking at the variants above it.