Hatchback Petrol Manual 5-seat

Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GLX MT

Price in Port Elizabeth, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current market generation Current version 2026 Body style Hatchback
Baleno 1.5 GLX MT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.
ZAR 321,900
On-road in
ZAR 333,997
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 321,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,900
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,500
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,800
Insurance
ZAR 2,897
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 321,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 5,718/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 GLX MT 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 5,718
Total Interest
ZAR 83,085
Total Payable
ZAR 343,085
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 GLX MT

Baleno 1.5 GLX MT is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.

The Baleno 1.5 GLX MT at R389,900 is the range-topper manual variant, adding meaningful equipment to the GL MT's solid foundation while maintaining mechanical simplicity and manual engagement. Insurance companies rate the GLX MT the same as lower Baleno variants, meaning no premium loading exists for the equipment upgrades. Front-wheel drive variants suit metropolitan buyers. For a buyer searching the Baleno 1.5 GLX MT price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A Manual transmission describes the opportunity; Petrol power and the top trim describe the conditions around it. The Baleno 1.5 GLX MT is not best understood by one headline number. For this South African hatchback, the owner should weigh colour availability of Splendid Silver, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Luxe Beige, Fire Red against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. The Baleno 1.5 GLX MT has a clearer South African buying case when its hatchback shape is connected to the work it must do. A proper look at the Baleno 1.5 GLX MT begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a South African price reference of R321,900 sits beside engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol, while a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm sets a practical boundary. A South African price reference of R321,900 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 for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT. The useful starting points are a Manual transmission and Petrol power; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT. For daily transport, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT

Suzuki Baleno — Quick Facts

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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

Same 1.5-litre four-cylinder (77 kW, 138 Nm) and five-speed manual transmission, but the GLX trim elevates the specification package significantly for buyers who want features without automatic complexity. A shopper researching Baleno 1.5 GLX MT should separate need from showroom appeal

City
Around town, Baleno 1.5 GLX MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R321,900 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
The automatic wipers are safety enhancement, reducing driver distraction during rainy afternoon commutes when concentration is divided between road conditions and traffic. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Baleno 1.5 GLX MT out with the load it normally carries
Off-Road
The GLX MT appeals strongly to manual transmission enthusiasts who appreciate engagement but who have learned through years of ownership that practical equipment features make genuine difference in daily quality of life. If the Baleno 1.5 GLX MT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it

Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GLX MT — 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 GLX MT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Baleno 1.5 GLX MT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a Manual transmission and accept the limitation represented by an active listing. A fair review of Baleno 1.5 GLX MT should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 77 kW @ 6000 rpm, a 5-Speed Manual transmission and a 5-Speed Manual transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Manual
  • ✓Trim: top
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R321,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 77 kW @ 6000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Baleno 1.5 GLX MT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Baleno 1.5 GLX MT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Baleno 1.5 GLX MT budget.
  • ✕A short Baleno 1.5 GLX MT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Baleno 1.5 GLX MT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Baleno 1.5 GLX MT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Baleno 1.5 GLX MT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Baleno 1.5 GLX MT stock and support terms.

Suzuki Baleno FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Suzuki Baleno 1.5 GLX MT is R321,900. 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 GLX MT 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 GLX MT 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 GLX MT is around 16.1 km/l.

Same 1.5-litre four-cylinder (77 kW, 138 Nm) and five-speed manual transmission, but the GLX trim elevates the specification package significantly for buyers who want features without automatic complexity. A shopper researching Baleno 1.5 GLX MT should separate need from showroom appeal

Around town, Baleno 1.5 GLX MT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R321,900 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol is worth checking before a purchase built...

The automatic wipers are safety enhancement, reducing driver distraction during rainy afternoon commutes when concentration is divided between road conditions and traffic. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Baleno 1.5 GLX MT out with the load it normally carries

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