Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std vs Baleno 1.5L GL Comparison
Car Information
Engine / Motor
194
180 km/h
/
4
/
1462 cc
/
GCC
Dimensions
5 Seater
5 Seater
2035
965/985
4
4
4910
3990
1860
1745
1445
1500
2840
2520
/
15
/
355 L
/
150
Fuel Economy
16.6
22.7
/
37 L
Comfort
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
Smart Key
/
Manual
Interior
/
✓
/
Fabric
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
Single
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
Manual
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
Safety
/
✓
/
SRS front
/
✓
Infotainment
/
7
/
✓
/
✓
/
4
Transmission
Automatic
4AT
Chassis & Steering
MacPherson Strut Type
/
Multi-Link Type
/
/
Front Drive
Wheels/brakes
Ventilated disc, 1-pot caliper
/
Solid disc, 1-pot caliper
/
/
✓
Key Spec
1.6 L - 2.5 L
1.4 L - 1373 L
150 BHP - 290 BHP
91 BHP - 103 BHP
Automatic & Wet-DCT
4AT & Automatic
Gasoline & Hybrid & Petrol
Gasoline & Petrol
TBD
TBD
5 Seater
5 Seater
Engine
2.5 L
1.5 L
Gasoline
Gasoline
194
103 BHP
/
138
Exterior
/
✓
/
✓
/
✓
/
Halogen
/
✓
/
✓
Technologies
/
✓
/
Auto
Comparison of configuration highlights
Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std
Baleno 1.5L GL
- Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
- Electronic engine immobilizer
- 360 Degree camera
- Parking sensor rear
- Rear Camera
- Remote key types
- Steering Adjustment
- Anti-Theft Alarm System
- Number of Airbags
- Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal
Review Comparison
Positive
- Modern and attractive design
- Advanced safety technology and systems
- Excellent driving comfort
Negative
- Higher fuel consumption than competitors
- The weight of the car is a little heavy
- Luggage compartment storage capacity is limited
Positive
- Economical in fuel consumption
- A budget-friendly price
- Stylish exterior design
Negative
- Power performance on highways is limited
- The quality of interior materials is modest
- Sound insulation can be improved
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Expert / Editor Recommendation
Choose Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std if you care more about interior space; choose Baleno 1.5L GL if you care more about price.
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Q&A
- According to fuel consumption data, Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std has a fuel consumption of 6.02, while Baleno 1.5L GL has a fuel consumption of 4.41. Therefore, Baleno 1.5L GL is more fuel-efficient.
- In terms of interior space, Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std has a wheelbase of 2840, while Baleno 1.5L GL has a wheelbase of 2520. Generally, the model with the longer wheelbase, Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std, offers more room.
- Check drive type, ground clearance and torque together. Sonata Theta III 2.5 GDI Std uses No data, while Baleno 1.5L GL uses Front Drive.