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The Glanza gets an extra year of warranty and similar safety features
Safety and After Sales Service – Just like the Maruti Baleno, even the Toyota Glanza comes with dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, high-speed alert and seatbelt reminders. The build quality leaves a lot to be desired and the car doesn’t feel very tough. In terms of service, Toyota has proven itself over the years by offering excellent service all across India and customers have usually been a satisfied bunch. While Maruti offers a 2 year/40,000 kms warranty on the Baleno, the Glanza gets a 3 year/1 lakh kms standard warranty.
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Buyers looking for a reliable petrol hatchback should consider the Glanza
Verdict – There isn’t anything different in the Glanza apart from the warranty package and the price difference. Both variants of the Glanza, G and V are based on the Baleno’s Zeta and Alpha trims and the pricing is the same but the G Hybrid variant is priced Rs. 65,000/- lesser than the Baleno’s hybrid variant which makes it more VFM. If you’re confused between the Baleno and the Glanza, we suggest buying the Glanza because of the better warranty, unless you want a diesel car or a lower variant which is priced lesser.
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There are no mechanical changes under the hood
What’s Cool
* Premium and sophisticated design
* Spacious and practical interior
* Fuel-efficient and smooth petrol engine
* Good ride quality
* Comes with a 3-year warranty
* Hybrid variant cheaper than Baleno
What’s Not So Cool
* Could have done with more distinctive elements
* Steering could have offered more feedback
Alternatives: – Maruti Baleno, Hyundai Elite i20, Volkswagen Polo, Honda Jazz
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While the boot is decent in size, the loading lip is high
Toyota Glanza Specifications
* Engine: 1197cc, 4-Cyl, Petrol (K12B) | 1197cc, 4-Cyl, Petrol (K12C)
* Power: 82 HP @ 6000 RPM | 89 HP @ 6000 RPM
* Torque: 113 Nm @ 4200 RPM | 113 Nm @ 4400 RPM
* Transmission: 5-Speed MT; CVT
* Fuel Consumption: 12-13 km/l
* Fuel Type: Petrol
* Tyre Size: 195/55/16 (Front & Rear)
* Suspension: McPherson Strut (Front), Torsion Beam (Rear)
* Brakes: Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
* Safety: 2 Airbags, ABS with EBD, BA
Toyota Glanza Dimensions
* Overall length x width x height: 3995 mm X 1745 mm X 1510 mm
* Wheelbase: 2520 mm
* Turning Radius: 4.9-metres
* Fuel Tank Capacity: 37-litres
* Boot Space: 339-litres
* Kerb Weight: 910 kgs | 935 kgs
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Toyota could have done a bit more to distinguish the Glanza
Further Reading –
2015 Maruti Baleno Review
Maruti Baleno RS Test Drive Review
2015 Maruti Baleno Video Review
Maruti Baleno vs Ford Figo – Shootout
Hyundai Elite i20 vs Maruti Baleno vs Honda Jazz – Shootout
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