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Maruti Suzuki is preparing the CNG version of the new Baleno hatchback that will arrive in coming months. The model will use the 1.2L Dualjet petrol engine with the factory-fitted CNG kit. The gasoline unit is currently available with manual and AMT gearbox options. It delivers a claimed power of 89PS and 113Nm of torque.

The regular model promises a mileage over 22kmpl. The new Maruti Baleno CNG will be offered with manual transmission only. Its mileage figure will be around 25kmpl. Prices of the hatchback’s CNG version are estimated to be higher than their petrol counterparts (possibly around Rs 60,000 – Rs 70,000). At present, the Baleno model lineup is available within the price range of Rs 6.35 lakh – Rs 9.49 lakh.