Hello there,
I am not too sure if you have had the chance of taking a test drive of Baleno yet.
I am a proud owner of a Baleno since last one year and very happy with the vehicle.
In the city the mileage ranges from 11.5 with AC and 14.5 w/o A/c.
Very quiet and responsive engine. I suggest you ask any other dealer to give you a test drive on a new vehicle and check it ou.
The only problem is that the spare parts are really expensive..... anything breaks. you have to pay some premium for the same. it is because the parts are still imported. So no doubt there is a quality also attached with these imported products.
so overall I feel Baleno is a vehicle which is worth its price. Why dont you call the toll free number of Maruti and they can arrange for a test drive. if you do not get any response in 2-3 days just give them a reminder they will make sure you get a test drive since they are very prompt in customer service as well.
have a look...take a test drive....
cheers
Rahul