Hatchback Petrol 4-Speed Automatic 5-seat

Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT

Price in East London, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current market generation Current version 2026 Body style Hatchback
Baleno 1.5 GL AT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.
ZAR 291,900
On-road in
ZAR 303,377
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 291,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 2,627
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 291,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 5,168/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1462cc (1.5L) Torque:138Nm (102 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:0mm Power:77kW (103 bhp) Total Driving Range:700km Boot318L (11.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 16.1 km/l (38 mpg)
City 16.0 km/l (38 mpg)
Highway 19.0 km/l (45 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 5,168
Total Interest
ZAR 75,096
Total Payable
ZAR 310,096
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT

Baleno 1.5 GL AT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.

The Baleno 1.5 GL AT at R369,900 removes the manual transmission requirement from the GL MT, maintaining the same 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine (77 kW, 138 Nm torque) but pairing it with an automatic transmission that handles gear selection electronically, making daily driving more convenient for commuters navigating heavy traffic. Real-world fuel consumption remains competitive at 5.0 to 5.6 litres per 100 kilometre in mixed city and highway driving, only marginally higher than the manual variant despite the automatic transmission's inherent efficiency trade-off. The GL trim specification is identical to the MT version: air conditioning, power steering, electric front windows, 5-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth phone connectivity, and modern durable interior materials. The automatic transmission is smooth and responsive throughout the entire driving range; city traffic congestion is managed without requiring driver engagement with a clutch pedal, removing the fatigue accumulation that manual transmissions impose on daily urban commuters navigating congested routes like Johannesburg's M1 at rush hour or Cape Town's city bowl traffic. The R40,000 purchase price premium over the GL MT reflects the automatic transmission's value to buyers who prioritize daily convenience over engagement with their vehicle. After 100,000 kilometres of ownership, automatic variants show identical reliability to manual versions, with no differential failure rates reported in SA ownership data. Front-wheel drive variants suit metropolitan buyers. For a buyer searching the Baleno 1.5 GL AT price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R291,900 describes the opportunity; engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm describe the conditions around it. The Baleno 1.5 GL AT is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between the mid trim, an active listing and a South African price reference of R291,900

Suzuki Baleno — Quick Facts

Suzuki Baleno Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 GL MT Base Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l Manual ZAR 269,900
1.5 GL AT Mid Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 291,900
1.5 GLX MT Top Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l Manual ZAR 321,900
1.5 GLX AT Flagship Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 341,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 GL MT Base Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l Manual ZAR 269,900
1.5 GL AT Mid Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 291,900
1.5 GLX MT Top Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l Manual ZAR 321,900
1.5 GLX AT Flagship Petrol Total driving range700 km Efficiency16.1 km/l 4-Speed Automatic ZAR 341,900
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Suzuki Baleno Specifications

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Where the Suzuki Baleno Fits Best

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Who buys this

A shopper researching Baleno 1.5 GL AT should separate need from showroom appeal. If a South African price reference of R291,900 solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
Around town, Baleno 1.5 GL AT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Baleno 1.5 GL AT out with the load it normally carries. Engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm feels on a gradient
Off-Road
If the Baleno 1.5 GL AT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Baleno 1.5 GL AT. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Baleno 1.5 GL AT. Engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Baleno 1.5 GL AT. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Baleno 1.5 GL AT

Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

Baleno 1.5 GL AT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Baleno 1.5 GL AT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a South African price reference of R291,900 and accept the limitation represented by a 4-Speed Automatic transmission

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: mid
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R291,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 77 kW @ 6000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Baleno 1.5 GL AT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Baleno 1.5 GL AT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Baleno 1.5 GL AT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Baleno 1.5 GL AT budget.
  • ✕A short Baleno 1.5 GL AT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Baleno 1.5 GL AT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Baleno 1.5 GL AT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Baleno 1.5 GL AT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Baleno 1.5 GL AT stock and support terms.

Suzuki Baleno FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT is R291,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 1.5 GL MT, 1.5 GL AT, 1.5 GLX MT, 1.5 GLX AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT is 0 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT is 1462 cc, with output shown as 77 kW (103 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GL AT is around 16.1 km/l.

A shopper researching Baleno 1.5 GL AT should separate need from showroom appeal. If a South African price reference of R291,900 solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

Around town, Baleno 1.5 GL AT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain is worth checking before a purchase built around...

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Baleno 1.5 GL AT out with the load it normally carries. Engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm feels on a gradient

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