Maruti Baleno achieved a 4-star safety rating in the Bharat NCAP crash test, while the Dzire received a full 5-star rating.
The Baleno's dual and six airbag variants both scored 4 stars in the crash tests.
In adult occupant protection, the dual airbag version scored 24.04/32, and the six airbag variant scored 26.52/32.
For child occupant protection, both variants scored 34.81/49, receiving 3 stars in this category.
The Baleno provided good head and neck protection in the frontal offset deformable barrier test.
The co-driver's femur, pelvis, and chest, along with tibias of front occupants, received adequate protection.
In the side deformable barrier test, head, chest, abdomen, and hips protection were rated as good.
The dual airbag version had adequate protection for the driver's head and abdomen.
The six airbag variant provided good protection for these parts and adequate chest protection.
Safety features of the Maruti Baleno include 6 airbags, Isofix child seat mounts, rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, and a 360-degree camera.