Maruti Suzuki Baleno got dual scores in Bharat NCAP crash test. Here's why
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno, one of India's popular premium hatchbacks, has secured two distinct safety ratings in the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) crash tests, reflecting differences in safety features across its variants. The results, released recently, highlight the impact of additional airbags on the vehicle's safety performance.The Baleno was tested in two configurations: one equipped with 2 airbags and another with 6 airbags. The key difference in the BNCAP scores stems from the enhanced safety features in the 6-airbag variant, particularly in adult occupant protection.advertisementAdult Occupant Protection (AOP)
The 6-airbag variant scored 26.52 out of 32 points (82.88%), earning a 4-star rating.The 2-airbag variant scored 24.04 out of 32 points (74.13%), also securing a 4-star rating.The higher score for the 6-airbag variant is attributed to the inclusion of side and curtain airbags, which provide superior protection in side-impact and pole tests. Despite the improved score, the 6-airbag variant fell just short of the 27-point threshold required for a 5-star rating.Child Occupant Protection (COP)Both variants performed identically in child occupant protection, scoring 34.81 out of 49 points, resulting in a 3-star rating. The additional airbags in the 6-airbag variant primarily enhance adult safety and have little impact on child protection metrics, which focus on child seat compatibility and restraint systems.The number of airbags in the Baleno varies depending on the variant, but essential safety features such as Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a pedestrian protection system, and seatbelt reminders are offered as standard across the range.advertisementIn contrast, Maruti Suzuki's Dzire has made history by becoming the first sedan in India to earn a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP).The Dzire achieved an impressive 29.46 out of 32 points for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 41.57 out of 49 for Child Occupant Protection (COP).Both the All-New Dzire and the New Age Baleno—which received a 4-star rating under Bharat NCAP—are based on Suzuki's 5th-generation HEARTECT platform. They come equipped with advanced safety features, including six airbags, Electronic Stability Program+ (ESP), ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Assist, a 360-degree camera, and Isofix mounts for child seats.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine
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