Maruti Suzuki Baleno 2015 Zeta (Petrol): Ownership Review

[Subrap]

Originally Posted by ameyam

I doubt that the Indian build is much different. The usually add stiffening members and cross bracing in the inner structure to meet EN norms. That's why there is difference in the kerb weight


Ameyam

Alright. I feel the safety system need to be improved holistically from road condition, driving license, drivers compliance etc etc instead of looking at car build alone.

[Giridev]

Originally Posted by Giridev

i booked Zeta Petrol on 12th Dec and received a call from RM that my preferred color is dispatched from the plant and expecting the delivery in 10 days. Meanwhile, I was offered white once and grey again but I was keen on Silver. Atlast 4 months waiting period is almost over. I was told 14-16 weeks at the time of booking and it is almost there.

I understood from the RM about the delays was company dispatches whatsoever variant or color available with them not exactly the priority from dealer's request. May be True!!!

All formalities cleared and getting the delivery tomorrow. Baleno Zeta Petrol - Silver

[GreenMiles]

Originally Posted by Giridev

All formalities cleared and getting the delivery tomorrow. Baleno Zeta Petrol - Silver

@Giridev: Congratulations on you Baleno Zeta. Please share your car delivery experience in Nexa. Please do also mention when you booked the Car.

[Giridev]

I booked it on 12th Dec. Meanwhile I was offered White and Grey next but I declined. I was keen on Silver and finally got it.

RM at RKS Motors, Jubilee has never missed my calls and was prompt. He has been good all this while.

[coolride18]

Originally Posted by Giridev

I booked it on 12th Dec. Meanwhile I was offered White and Grey next but I declined. I was keen on Silver and finally got it.

RM at RKS Motors, Jubilee has never missed my calls and was prompt. He has been good all this while.

Hi Giridev,

I'm also planning to book Baleno Zeta Petrol from the same dealer, RKS Motors Jubliee Hills. It would be extremely helpful if you if you share some info on your purchase.

1 - How much did the final price come upto, including taxes and registration?
2 - Did you get any accessories installed? If yes, could you provide a breakup of the price charged?
3 - How much was the waiting period for you to get the car?
4 - What was the booking fee you paid? And when did you make the full payment? If you went for finance, could you give me some more details around that?

Thanks in advance..

[koolkp]

Guys,

I visited Pune- Baner Nexa showroom to check the waiting period status. I had booked my Zeta Petrol- Ray Blue on March 28, 2016 with 24-26 weeks WP and even now also they are quoting the same WP.

But the positive is the Sr.RM told me that they are getting cars in good lot compared to past few months. And in this month they are delivering Dec 2015 bookings and are aiming to deliver all Dec 2015 booked cars by this month end.

There was decent crowd at showroom for enquiry, TD. This showroom has got 1600 Baleno bookings so far. Dont know whether this is good/decent/bad count considering it was launched in Oct 2015.

Best, KP

[GreenMiles]

Waiting period is same here in Bangalore as well 23 to 24 week. I even asked if it varies with colour, and they said its same for all so, all colours are in demand it seems. I have booked white/grey.

[rajarizwanr]

By Looking at the below sales figure anyone can understand Maruthi's commitment towards Indian customers. Yesterday I checked with Hyundai regarding i20 as Phantom Black is introduced and it looks awesome. Surprisingly the waiting period is 2-4 weeks and they sell 10K cars every month. When I checked with Nexa I was told that I may get it in next month 1st or second week but they can confirm only when the car is sent from the Maruti plant. if I book i20 now I may get it in same duration or may be even earlier. After introduction of Phantom Black in i20 I'm also back to circle. The main reason for my confusion is less Mileage, Rear legroom and missing tinted glass for windows. But the colour looks really awesome.

Reference for i20 Phantom Black pictures
Hyundai i20 & i20 Active Get Standard Dual Airbags

[koolkp]

Guys,

Found this news. May be most of you must be aware about this.

"Maruti’s new Gujarat facility to be used for Baleno production"

Maruti

Hope this will reduce waiting period.

Best, KP

[Giridev]

Originally Posted by coolride18

Hi Giridev,

I'm also planning to book Baleno Zeta Petrol from the same dealer, RKS Motors Jubliee Hills. It would be extremely helpful if you if you share some info on your purchase.

1 - How much did the final price come upto, including taxes and registration?
2 - Did you get any accessories installed? If yes, could you provide a breakup of the price charged?
3 - How much was the waiting period for you to get the car?
4 - What was the booking fee you paid? And when did you make the full payment? If you went for finance, could you give me some more details around that?

Thanks in advance..

Hi,

Zeta Petrol on road is 7.82 (12% tax)
Did not get any accessories evenafter much much negotiation. Installed 3D Mats (1790/-), visors (1190/- Silver shade), mud flaps (800/-), seat covers (8500/-) and body cover (1100/-). RM promised me perfume as a gift
I booked on 12th Dec and received the vehicle on 23rd April. Almost 4 months. I heard that the waiting period now is almost 6 months
I paid 10K as a booking fee. But normally they charge 11K
I exchanged my older car and that amount was my down payment. Loan is from HDFC bank with 9.6% as interest.

My overall experience with my RM was very nice. He was very cordial and never missed my calls and gave me whatever I asked him. His name is Jayraj. I can give his contact if you need.

Hope this information is good. You can feel free to ping me for any other queries.

[Giridev]

Got the delivery on 23rd April and did around 300 km by 24th. I almost managed at 2K RPM and the milage on the MID shows about 17.5 KM/L. I took around 250 KM drive on State Highway on 24th Apr at 43- 45 degrees C. But did not feel that heat inside the cabin with 24.5 degrees C temperature set at Auto mode. UV cut glasses are really amazing and managed Hyderabad heat extremely well.

Regards
Mahadev

[koolkp]

Originally Posted by Giridev

Hi,

Zeta Petrol on road is 7.82 (12% tax)
Did not get any accessories evenafter much much negotiation. Installed 3D Mats (1790/-), visors (1190/- Silver shade), mud flaps (800/-), seat covers (8500/-) and body cover (1100/-). RM promised me perfume as a gift
I booked on 12th Dec and received the vehicle on 23rd April. Almost 4 months. I heard that the waiting period now is almost 6 months
I paid 10K as a booking fee. But normally they charge 11K
I exchanged my older car and that amount was my down payment. Loan is from HDFC bank with 9.6% as interest.

My overall experience with my RM was very nice. He was very cordial and never missed my calls and gave me whatever I asked him. His name is Jayraj. I can give his contact if you need.

Hope this information is good. You can feel free to ping me for any other queries.

Hi Giridev,

Congrats on your lovely Baleno! Did HDFC took any proc fee? Their rate of interest is very fluctuating, I mean online it shows 9.6 and when their executive calls you after you post an enquiry they say 10.5%. How did you managed to get 9.6%? Online or through branch?

Happy & Safe miles!

Best, KP

[Giridev]

Originally Posted by koolkp

Hi Giridev,

Congrats on your lovely Baleno! Did HDFC took any proc fee? Their rate of interest is very fluctuating, I mean online it shows 9.6 and when their executive calls you after you post an enquiry they say 10.5%. How did you managed to get 9.6%? Online or through branch?

Happy & Safe miles!

Best, KP

Hi KP

Initial deal was 9.75% by the bank agent later on couple of discussions they changed it to 9.6.

Regards
Giridev

[ameyam]

I had inquired regarding this when i bought mine. Guess more popular cars have a higher rater because banks will find them more difficult to sell in case of default. The bank told me that cars like the Porshe are at 9% wheteas the WagonR is 11% I got 9.6 too

Ameyam

[GreenMiles]

Hello all Baleno Owners
Is the engine cover available now (to cover the open area below engine that we see when we open the bonnet) Or if any has done it from outside Or any DIY's, please share or suggest.

It would be good if we have it before monsoon.