auto news desk, Maruti cars are very popular due to their affordable prices, but questions often arise regarding their safety. However, now the company is working on the safety of the vehicles. Recently updated Maruti Baleno. Now some segment first safety features have been added to this car. Maruti Baleno is the best selling car through Nexa dealership. Earlier it was Maruti’s entry level car like Swift, Alto and WagonR. However, now its version which has come under Toyota-Maruti partnership is much better.
New safety features added to Maruti Baleno
The 2023 Baleno gets 3-point seatbelts for the rear middle seat passengers. Adjustable headrests have also been added to this seat. According to the company, both these are segment-first features. Soon these features will also be added to Toyota Glanza. It is believed that the company has made these changes due to the upcoming safety rules. Apart from this, safety like hill hold, electronic stability program, 360 degree camera, four airbags, high speed alert, reverse parking camera, seat belt reminder, brake assist The features are already present in Maruti Baleno.
Seat belts are mandatory for rear seat passengers
Last year, the Indian government made seat belts mandatory for rear seat occupants as well. Although 3-point seat belts are not mandatory for middle seat occupants, it is expected to be implemented in the coming times. In such a situation, Maruti has already prepared for this. It is expected that in the coming times, Maruti will also update the safety of other Nexa cars.
Maruti Baleno Price
The good thing is that even after the safety update, there has been no increase in the price of the Maruti Baleno. Its pricing still starts at Rs. 6.61 lakh and goes up to Rs. 9.88 lakh (ex-showroom).