Maruti Suzuki Baleno is a blockbuster for the company! At the very outset let me say that the statement has a caveat. But I will explain that later. First the car itself. For those of you who read my first drive impressions with the CVT variant, you would understand why this car is so important for Maruti Suzuki. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno has been launched with three drivetrains: 1.2 VVT petrol manual& CVT and 1.3 DDiS diesel manual. I have now driven all three cars and will tell you all there is to know. The first impression you get of the Baleno is that this is an ample and spacious hatchback. Say goodbye to the memories of Maruti Suzuki forcing the idea that the Swift was the definition of a premium hatch.