Maruti Baleno: Delta 1.2 Petrol MT vs Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT
The Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,00,000 more than the Delta 1.2 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 130% of that on our values — worth it. Every feature is priced below.
Spotted something wrong? Report a correctionDelta 1.2 Petrol MT → Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT
You pay extra
₹1,00,000
₹6,99,900 → ₹7,99,900
Features are worth
₹1,30,050
13 gained
Equipment covers
130%
of what the variant costs extra
Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,00,000 more than Delta 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 13 features we value at ₹1,30,050 — 130% of what you pay, so the equipment alone covers the price rise. If you want any of them, this is the trim to buy.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹62,050 · 8 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹68,000 · 5 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
17 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | Delta 1.2 Petrol MT | Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety & driver assistance | |||
| Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility.Up from Rear Defogger — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹2,550 |
| Rear DefoggerHeated rear screen, without the rear wiper and washer. The tier below defogger-and-wiper.Counted in Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washer, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls. | No | Yes | +₹5,100 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control. | No | Yes | +₹10,200 |
| Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach. | No | Yes | +₹3,400 |
| Tilt & Telescopic SteeringSteering column adjusts for both rake and reach. | No | Yes | +₹4,250 |
| Ambient Cabin LightingInterior accent lighting across the dashboard and doors. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| Premium Branded Sound SystemBranded multi-speaker audio system with amplifier and subwoofer. | No | Yes | +₹22,100 |
| Wireless Phone ChargerA Qi wireless charging pad built into the console. | No | Yes | +₹5,950 |
| 7-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentEntry-size touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, usually by cable.Counted in 9-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| 9-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentMid-size touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, wired or wireless.Up from 7-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹12,750 |
| Connected Car TechnologyEmbedded SIM giving remote lock, climate start, location and alerts from a phone app. | No | Yes | +₹10,200 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| 16-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory 16-inch alloy wheels in place of steel rims with covers.Up from Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹21,250 |
| Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsFull-LED headlamp units with integrated LED daytime running lights. | No | Yes | +₹20,400 |
| Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels.Counted in 16-Inch Alloy Wheels, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Net feature value | 13 gained | ₹1,30,050 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washeradded
replaces Rear Defogger — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Automatic Climate Controladded
ours₹Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Startadded
replaces Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Premium Branded Sound Systemadded
ours₹Wireless Phone Chargeradded
ours₹16-Inch Alloy Wheelsadded
replaces Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsadded
ours₹Height-Adjustable Driver's Seatadded
ours₹Tilt & Telescopic Steeringadded
ours₹Ambient Cabin Lightingadded
ours₹9-Inch Touchscreen Infotainmentadded
replaces 7-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Automatic Headlampsadded
ours₹Connected Car Technologyadded
ours₹
On our figures
₹1,30,050 of equipment against ₹1,00,000 — 130% of the variant
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Delta to Zeta on all 4 powertrains
Maruti Suzuki sells this upgrade on 4 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. The upgrade costs ₹1,00,000 on every one.
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual (this page) | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,30,050 | 130%Worth it |
| Petrol AMT | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,30,050 | 130%Worth it |
| CNG manual | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,30,050 | 130%Worth it |
| CNG AMT | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,30,050 | 130%Worth it |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,12,180 more on the road than Delta 1.2 Petrol MT, against ₹1,00,000 ex-showroom. ₹12,180 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
Delta 1.2 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹6,99,900
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹54,253
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹34,995
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹7,99,900
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹61,433
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹39,995
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the Maruti Baleno Delta 1.2 Petrol MT and Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT?
- ₹1,00,000 ex-showroom — Delta 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹6,99,900 and Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT is ₹7,99,900.
- Is the Maruti Baleno Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the Delta 1.2 Petrol MT?
- Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT costs ₹1,00,000 more than Delta 1.2 Petrol MT and brings 13 features we value at ₹1,30,050 — 130% of what you pay, so the equipment alone covers the price rise. If you want any of them, this is the trim to buy.
- What do you actually get on the Zeta 1.2 Petrol MT that the Delta 1.2 Petrol MT doesn't have?
- 13 features, led by Premium Branded Sound System, 16-Inch Alloy Wheels, Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.