NOW available in the Saudi market, the Suzuki Baleno 2017 has a five-door hatchback that competes with the likes of its counter-cars across other Japanese autos. With stretched headlamps and crisp outlines running the length of the vehicle, it shares a common DNA with its larger sibling, the Suzuki Swift. The Baleno 2017, got a “Liquid Flow” design, plush roomy interiors, class-leading features, an Electronic Stability Program (ESP), a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), side & curtain airbags and other safety norms.
Powered by a 1.4-liter, 4-cylinder engine, the Baleno is good for 91 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque. Mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission, it directs its power to the front wheels and bears a top speed of 165 km/h. Built on a stronger platform and a Total Effective Control Technology (TECT), this premium hatchback offers an optimum package of safety and stability.
"We have realized the need of fuel efficient cars in the Saudi market and since Suzuki has been focusing long time back on fuel efficient vehicles, it succeeded to attain a targeted margin within the local market across all its vehicles. Accordingly, a new designed vehicle distinguished to its technology, fuel efficiency and safety. The Suzuki Baleno 2017 hatchback is now released in the Saudi market targeting the youth and small families," said Maher Al Nabawi, Deputy General Manager of Suzuki Saudia, the sole dealer of Suzuki vehicles in the KSA.
With its extensive high tensile steel, it makes the body stronger, safer and lighter. Equipped with dual airbags, front disc brakes, as well as seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters, an Antilock Breaking System (ABS) & an Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), the Baleno 2017 will be offering the Saudi market. The brand new platform of the Suzuki's new vehicle has won praise from experts globally for its superior ride and handling, safety, fuel efficiency and low vehicle noise and harshness. It is built on a brand new Suzuki platform which is lighter (by 100 kg), stronger (by 10%) and more rigid compared to existing platforms in the industry.
It also provides a sophisticated design and among the technologies introduced into the vehicle, the multi information speedometer display (4.2” color TFT), an automatic air conditioner, a tilt & telescopic steering, cruise control, steering mounted audio controls, rear wiper and washer, rear demister, keyless push start/stop, USB Port and Aux input and a height adjustable driver seat. It is also coming with a manual transmission option.
"Expectations are high for the Baleno due to the various options and features it is covering, which fulfill the market's needs and requirements. We are very optimistic towards this new re-shaped vehicle and expecting fine returns and wider local market's acceptance," Al Nabawi remarked. — SG
