2026 Maruti Suzuki BalenoTrue Cost of Ownership in Australia
90 hp inline-4, popular Indian hatchback, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at A$1.3/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$14K
Base: $12K
Annual Total
$8K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$600
5% of base price
VAT
$1K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$54K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno — Full Cost Breakdown in Australia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $12K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $600 |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $1K |
| Total Purchase Price | $14K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $2K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $8K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $54K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.535 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Fuel Cost Calculator — Australia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,170
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$98
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$7.80
6L × A$1.30
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Depreciation Curve
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno loses approximately $6K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $12K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $10K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $8K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $7K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $7K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $6K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs. Competitors in Australia
How does the Maruti Suzuki Baleno compare to similar cars available in Australia?
Maruti Suzuki
Baleno
Base Price
$12K
Annual Cost in Australia
$8K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Australia
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Australia
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Australia
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Australia market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
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Long distances increase fuel costs.
Affordable for Australia
Annual car costs = 15% of average Australia income ($52K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$52K
In Australia
Fuel Price
A$1.30/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
Popular Car Brands in Australia
Maruti Suzuki Baleno in Australia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Maruti Suzuki Baleno in Australia.
The 2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno has a base price of $12,000 USD. In Australia, after 5% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $13,860 USD (A$13,860 AUD).