Toyota Starlet vs Suzuki Baleno - Which one should you buy? (2022 specs and pricing)

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Toyota's alliance with Suzuki has raised some rather unique and interesting questions for South African motorists. When two cars are with two different badges are virtually identical, how should you go about choosing between the two?
In the case of the Toyota Starlet and Suzuki Baleno, we have endeavoured to provide as much as details as possible to help you make an informed decision.
In this video, we take a detailed look at the different trim levels on offer in both ranges, as well as the spec differences you'll find at each price point.
We also take a look at fuel economy, rear seat space and boot space.
0:00 Introduction
0:45 Front exterior differences between Toyota Starlet and Suzuki Baleno
1:39 Specs you get at different price points in the ranges.
3:19 Suzuki Baleno GLX and Toyota Starlet XR compared.
7:10 What makes these cars so similar?
7:53 Suzuki Baleno Engine, Power & Torque
8:51 Suzuki Baleno Fuel Consumption
9:49 Suzuki Baleno Transmission
10:33 Suzuki Baleno Suspension
11:38 Price, Warranty and Service Plan of Suzuki Baleno GLX & Toyota Starlet XR.
13:41 Advantages of Toyota in South Africa
14:24 Summary of both Brands
14:51 Closing
Toyota Starlet Price South Africa (July 2022)
Toyota Starlet Xi - R226,200
Toyota Starlet Xs - R239 100
Toyota Starlet Xr - R294,900
Suzuki Baleno Price South Africa (July 2022)
Suzuki Baleno GL - R225,900
Suzuki Baleno GLX - R275,900
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@SiphiweLove 2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of Muzi Sambo, but asikho lapho.

@koketsokotsane9936 2 жыл бұрын

"Emancipate yourself from mental slavery"😂

@simphiwexulu3797 2 жыл бұрын

That man is thinking BMW right now ,he isn't worried about this budget car

@thabangmabaso4061 2 жыл бұрын

😂 😂 😂 😂 Asikho lapho

@ExcellentLeoSilinda 2 жыл бұрын

"The twins" 😂

@mabuthozulu1413 2 жыл бұрын

Yim lowo🤣🤣🤣

@johanneswehrmann 2 жыл бұрын

I like Ciro’s statement: “Toyota has a lot of confidence in Suzuki.” 😁🤙🏻

@siphosethuximba 2 жыл бұрын

But the short warranty period offered by Toyota makes me question if they have confidence in Suzuki products..🤔

@siyabongacele8049 2 жыл бұрын

@@siphosethuximba even in their car Toyota always give a short warranty

@thembamadingiza1354 2 жыл бұрын

🤠

@kingalfred3902 2 жыл бұрын

No it is not confidence..!!!....Toyota knows that the Suzuki is any day just as reliable and fashionable and engineered as any of their products........!!

@ssmashaba 2 жыл бұрын

I think the Starlet is more beautiful, but I’m going for the Baleno. Value for money 💵

@MotoringAndTechWorld Жыл бұрын

this seems to be the general consensus. After having driven both I feel the same way.

@SDav21 2 жыл бұрын

These 2 cars prove that the Polo Vivo is way past its sell by date now. The Vivo basically has zero features. VW has no excuse.

@treasure11.11 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a huge VW fan but still can't fathom why the Vivo has electric windows only in front.

@simphiwe4885 2 жыл бұрын

South Africans are hypnotized by the VW. Expensive cars when alternatives are available but People still buy them

@bleh4352 2 жыл бұрын

@@treasure11.11 I have owned a VW, and I must say I am kind of happy that they have manual windows at the back, because when the electric system fails it doesn't ask when(but then again it could be because I wasnt very good at taking care of the car)

@OdysseyTag 2 жыл бұрын

A shame both of these are so gosh darn ugly. The interiors for one look primitive compared to the Polo and other B-segment rivals for that matter. Value-oriented, sure.

@SDav21 2 жыл бұрын

@@OdysseyTag Actually no. Styling is subjective and I think these look good. Also, they compete with the Polo Vivo not the normal Polo and their interiors look way more modern than the Polo Vivo.

@Nehemia.Makuwa 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is the best, just made me love watching his cars reviews. On this I'll go with the Suzuki

@schlix101 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant: "Just shows you how much confidence Toyota has, in Suzuki's products" - You're killing me 🤣

@jaqueslandman1011 2 жыл бұрын

Got my Starlet xs this past friday. And coming from a 2020 vw polo vivo i can honestly say it is a huge upgrade. Everything on the Starlet is just better that the polo. And for those going to drive a starlet for the first time.....there is a blue light coming on when starting the vehicle when its cold. Its the engine level coolant. In short the vehicle shows you the engine os still cold. But after a minute or 2 driving or idling it wil disappear. Enjoy your Starlet.

@vvr881 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed 👍Suzuki does make nice cars😜

@nanganda789 2 жыл бұрын

I was impressed with the Scarlet but I just had to go for the Corolla Cross it was perfect with the features and larger size but the price really killed me though compared to these two

@sabelosharks.shabalala4466 2 жыл бұрын

VW must think about their pricing and packages

@nkululekoduma2281 2 жыл бұрын

🙈 My 2004 Kia Picanto run around which I still have after 13 years of ownership has that blue temperature light and a matching red light which would come on when the car overheats, fun fact the red light has never come on since the first day of owning this tiny car. not selling it just yet because of its reliability and the history around it, should something go wrong with another car this tiny car is always available for me, So 😑 Are you saying your polo did not have this blue light?

@jaqueslandman1011 2 жыл бұрын

@@nkululekoduma2281 yes there is no blue engine light in the vw vivo. The only way to tell that the engine was at optimal working temp was to look at the display fuction on the dashboard. If it is at 90° the engine is warmed up.

@sizwenkosi6371 2 жыл бұрын

The way he checked the badge on the steering wheel of the car just to be sure it a Toyota, that's funny 🤣😂🤣.

@rushilkisoon 2 жыл бұрын

Here’s an idea, buy the Suzuki Baleno since it has a better spec, HUD, LED lights, 360° camera… Pop down to Toyota, buy a Starlet front bumper and badges… win win.

@tendamudzimugoza8868 2 жыл бұрын

🔥🤣

@justmote 2 жыл бұрын

Ki kiii lol 😂 😂😂😝😝😝

@sissybuku6973 2 жыл бұрын

Are you Indian? Guessing by your name

@pornokid333 Жыл бұрын

Lol people will think youre driving an accident damaged done up car hai

@neodaystar2016 Жыл бұрын

I love this 😭😭😭😂🤣🤌🏽

@Mstshepana90 2 жыл бұрын

Which Brown Albany bread do u prefer the one from Pick n Pay at R19. 50 or the one from Shoprite at R16.50🤷🏾‍♂️

@sizweshongwe331 2 жыл бұрын

very funny😂😂😂

@sigondemedia6193 2 жыл бұрын

😆😆😆😆😆

@thembamaluleke3271 2 жыл бұрын

Shoprite

@catchawakeup6411 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂 Excellent

@charleneventer9222 5 ай бұрын

Eish, you made me 😂but shoprite wins lol

@DRexJ5 2 жыл бұрын

I'm enjoying my GLX, very easy and soft to drive, very fuel efficient...love the LEDs, the 360 view, and the warranty term...I see Starlet people looking at me funny on the road..not sure why..🤔

@vincentmotonya2859 2 жыл бұрын

Are they perhaps jealous Of Ur warranty? 🤔😂

@koketsomolapo3964 2 жыл бұрын

@@vincentmotonya2859 or maybe his/her heads up display🤣they are just jealous you made a better decision.

@thabisomzizi9654 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 I think naturally they think Suzuki is based on the Toyota and not the other way round

@catchawakeup6411 2 жыл бұрын

They probably do not even know that they are actually driving a Suzuki and that they overpaid for their Suzuki 😂😂😂

@naeemhoosain786 Жыл бұрын

Does it have Hill Assist Control?

@cameronbosman4223 Жыл бұрын

The Baleno is the prettier car of the 2. I'm actually really considering getting one.

@MotorTorq_ZA 2 жыл бұрын

The Suzuki has a more elegant design but the starlet is more sporty. I prefer the Suzuki’s more elegant design

@thutolesedi374 2 жыл бұрын

Ciro the best presenter in SA hands down!!! This is the best review videos OMG

@amogelangthobane27 2 жыл бұрын

The bottom line = You can now service your brand new Suzuki at Toyota dealership.

@patshes1951 2 жыл бұрын

Suzuki is the original and also has a body kit and better accesories available.

@Neevarshan_Naicker 2 жыл бұрын

Ahh! I absolutely waited for this review. Thanks guys 😄

@thokozanigab 2 жыл бұрын

Lol I just love how safety is now a spec/option and not a necessity

@nathanaelbartholomew Жыл бұрын

Stay safe

@qo2825 Жыл бұрын

I can't wait to get my Baleno, my sister-in-law has the starlet but I love the grill on the Baleno, it looks more modern like the new Mazda 3 front.

@carsinfoSA 2 жыл бұрын

Good resale value for Toyota,great value for money on Suzuki with a good warranty and service package.well id go for Suzuki

@llukayden7251 2 жыл бұрын

Another great review in the bag 🤟... The NG kerk joke got me 😂

@aryanmootheeram4478 Жыл бұрын

Love the review. Informative and witty!

@TheTraumaInformedCollective Жыл бұрын

Not the NG Kerk catching strays 😂😂😂 you killed me. I just made an offer for a Baleno yesterday before watching this video. Now I can’t wait to have my car. Excellent review and you so funny with a straight face 😅

@leonmapurisa8112 2 жыл бұрын

I'm starting to really love your videos. Lol, what an amazing one.

@CobusDerrenberg 2 жыл бұрын

AWESOME REVIEW ⭐💫👍👌! I'll take the Suzuki no doubt ! Love the little "SUPER - S" 💪

@owenewton Ай бұрын

You're so good in what you do my guy, I just subscribed 200 times!!

@be4148 Жыл бұрын

Buy whatever design you like Suzuki comes with better specs though. Nevertheless people like the Toyota badge. At the end choosing the starlet you are practically buying the badge not a real Toyota. As for resale value people who don't change their cars for years must not worry too much about resale value better look at affordability price of spare parts and their availability. Suzuki and toyota are reliable brand and I don't see any wisdom in taking a car loan or save to buy a car and sold it in a few years I would rather use my brand new car for 20 years, take care of it well, do it's servicing with genuine parts and enjoy my ride. People tend to chose cheap and below standard spare parts and ruin the car. A good and honest mechanic also matter.

@garritgerke413 11 ай бұрын

Really well done review peeps❤

@Getouttahere78 2 жыл бұрын

Suzuki is the better buy. Only place Toyota beats them is at the amount of service centers. Suzuki = Better price, better warranty and better service plan

@van_der_lindeDA 2 жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse Suzuki crap? What car do you drive?

@Getouttahere78 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like someone is feeling a bit threatened by the current best sellers 🤔

@jacqueshavenga4145 2 жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse Hmmmm, iemand het suur druiwe......!!!! Yes, true....!!! Body parts IS an issue......Insurances love to write these cars off due to accidents......

@rudolphkruger6415 2 жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse You can just use toyota's parts. It is literally the same cars, thus no parts issue

@DigitalEland Жыл бұрын

Funny and Informative. You Ace your Marketing.

@jyuvgrace5364 2 жыл бұрын

I got my Starlet last week Monday. Loving it. Great car.

@labourlawact7826 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always. For me the frontal look is the deal breaker. The Suzuki looks too much Opel/Chev like, whereas the Toyota's got that Corolla/Camry like look. The Starlet looks awesome in red. 😊☺👍👋

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

I'm actually surprised how much the Toyota version actually looks like it came from Toyota itself rather than being a rebadge. I'm can't say that I have a heavy preference either way as far as the looks go, I would perfectly happy with either, but I will say that Totoya did an excellent job and restyling it to match their own line-up and gave it a classy look, more so than some of their own offerings in the same size category lol. I love that blue as well.

@MotoringAndTechWorld Жыл бұрын

This definitely comes down to the small added touches and also possibly brand loyalty. I have driven both and it does just come down to personal preference.

@labourlawact7826 Жыл бұрын

@@MotoringAndTechWorld I'm guessing that even if it's exactly the same car, what it seems to be, the Toyota will keep it's resale value better. Just because of brand loyalty.

@DeanFriederich 2 жыл бұрын

The 4-spd auto is definitely a pity. Very primitive technology for 2022, but I get what you mean about keeping costs down. My money would go to the Baleno. The Starlet is better looking, but the value in the Baleno is way better. Thanks for the video, Ciro! 😁

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

The 4-spd auto is indeed old but that unit is also very dependable and long lasting. I'd much rather have it than the CVT that so many manufacturers are going with nowadays.

@MotoringAndTechWorld Жыл бұрын

The value for money on the Baleno is definitely a plus. Some say it's also more fuel efficient than the Starlet. That is a strange one

@tman1591 2 жыл бұрын

I like the Starlet's front end, and that blue color too 👊

@MasterAppels 2 жыл бұрын

I agree that Toyota's front end looks better, fresher. It's just a shame it more expensive with less feature. The Suzuki also has that blue colour option though.

@igshaanallie5936 2 жыл бұрын

Suzuki the only brand i know that the manufacturer feul consumption claim actually is a true figure and not like so many brands almost impossible to reach in real world.

@PerformanceWithPage 2 жыл бұрын

The answers to the question everyone has been asking!

@vladimirj8813 2 жыл бұрын

Please do the new hyundai Atos when u guys are doing the budget car comparison

@jpmegane 10 ай бұрын

Love the review Juliet! When you filming the Fronx?? Would love your take on that!

@ronz91 9 ай бұрын

🤨

@sunilayya8948 Жыл бұрын

The starlet looks better..That's impressive since styling is an attribute toyota generally gets really wrong .

@sonic4urmind722 2 жыл бұрын

nice one. please review the Peugeot Landtrek as well as the new Opel Astra and Peugeot 308

@citedcanvas85 Жыл бұрын

Just had a test drive with the suzuki (automatic) very nice to drive. Smooth. Not bad on the highway. Will be getting one soon. . . Pending that my bank agrees with me lol

@All.Gravy96 2 жыл бұрын

The Toyota is better looking at the front but the Suzuki is much better value

@All.Gravy96 2 жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse Are they as bad as french cars, I didn't know that

@MotorTorq_ZA 2 жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse amen my brother amen 🙏🏼

@DeanFriederich 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@ssmashaba 2 жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse but you can fix at Toyota except for the front

@100mcreations6 Жыл бұрын

@wimpie willemse bro suzuki is considered one of the most reliable

@mzwandilejanuary4222 Жыл бұрын

I was contemplating the Vivo. I just got a quote for the comfortline: R268 250( includes everything else but excludes service & maintenance plan). In essence if I wanted a Maintenance plan, that price would increase. I have no reason buying a Vivo. NB, the Starket XR is nearly the same price as a base model 2022 Polo TSI.

@danielsteyn7464 2 жыл бұрын

Ciro, how about a comparison of a late model Etios & the Starlet?

@louispotgieter7685 Жыл бұрын

In the market now..Love the Swift GLX, but the Baleno GL is cheaper with more features. What to do? Which of these will have the best resale value. Help please-:)

@fbekker1838 Жыл бұрын

Must be the best South African car reviewer.

@blessindia1 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, here in India where it is made, we are offered a 1.2 litre Engine mated to a sluggish 5 speed Automated Manual Transmission. South African market is offered a proper 4 speed Automatic Torque Converter Transmission.

@adityanrvarier7406 2 жыл бұрын

Same as old brezza engine configuration in their baleno....

@janij69 7 ай бұрын

I live outside of ct, so travel highway, outlying roads so not just in the city. Have 2 questions, as i have looked at this car and going to see the fronx soon. The gl only has 2 airbags vs 6 in glx... how safe do you think the gl-the car in general is , supposed to have side impact door beams, as per the manual but salesman says it doesn't. Latin ncap gave it a 0 after side crash results,must still be tested by other facilities. Also, did you experience any crosswinds as i get that on open roads. Hate wind so that would deter me from buying any car if it gets played around with too much. I also drive on gravel at times, do you think this can handle a few gravelly roads. Not heavy duty rutted grondpad. If both gl cars are safe enough ,fronx might be better suited. Have owned ix35,various Tucson, 4x4 ranger. Suzuki offering so much for good price. Ps need to change to an automatic after injury to left foot and back, hence looking at these cars.

@RK-ln6kg Жыл бұрын

Will starlets and balneo be phased out anytime soon. Like the urban cruiser

@kelomagic7128 Жыл бұрын

Would like to ask if the headlights are the same design and size ?

@haripn7568 2 жыл бұрын

It's the exact opposite in India. But Toyota still fetches better resale value. But Suzuki has service centres everywhere and has cheaper service cost. Suzuki has close to 50 percentage of the Indian passenger car market share.

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

Suzuki used to have 70% of the Indian car market but as India emerges from poverty and other newer players come in to the Indian market (KIA, Hyundai etc) and other Indian brands dramatically improving their own designs Suzuki is loosing the once firm grip in had on the Indian car market. I think this is why Suzuki is trying even harder now to impress with new models that have obviously had greater design investment in them such as the new S-Cross, the new XL7, the new Grand Vitara, and of course Baleno and Ciaz. So far the results have been good in that these new models have been getting very good reception even outside of India with their new design language which is a step up from what they used to be and more on-par on something that would come out of Toyota or Honda. The only weak point for them at this point when it comes to sales outside of India is that each country has it's own franchise or importer for Suzuki vehicles and they can price the Suzuki models as they wish which from one country to the next can be quite a bit of difference and in some cases, the local importer is adding so much mark-up that it makes the Suzuki models less competitive even though in all other regards the Suzuki models would compete quite well against any of the similarly priced competition.

@chevytahoe9913 2 жыл бұрын

This 5 speed gearbox works well with the previous generation 1.4L engine. They should have put the 6 speed with the 1.5L but of course it would raise the price.

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

They did that with the SX4 model (2010 through 2013) which the previous version (2006 trough 2009) had the 5-spd manual mated to the J20A engine. When the SX4 was updated with a J20B engine they also updated the manual transmission to a 6-spd manual BUT... the final gear was still the same ratio as it was in the 5-spd, so in the end, freeway driving was still exactly the same, no extra MPG's and revs still up near the 3000 RPM range. With the 6-spd you just had more shifts to do to get to 6th gear but you weren't any better off for it.

@simmadotyeni2614 2 жыл бұрын

The Toyota looks great though...for me!

@vvr881 2 жыл бұрын

Made by Suzuki badged by Toyota

@mielzwilliams7405 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more, toyota version looks better

@sizweshongwe331 2 жыл бұрын

beautifull front design for the starlet.

@ZI4D. 10 ай бұрын

Is there another video talking about the detail of the screen ond other specs?

@AllTheNamesAreGone 2 жыл бұрын

Im a huge Suzuki fan. I've had 2 swift's they are nippy and great on fuel. The Boleno looks more plated from the front than the Toyota.

@iamkhanyasakawuli 11 ай бұрын

My cousin drives a T-Roc R-Line and I drove that for about 750 km. I couldn’t wait to jump back into my Starlet Xi 😅 my back is very sensitive, as a result I love a comfortable seat 🙈 take some notes VW

@PKGirpadeGroupOfIndustries Жыл бұрын

In India I booked the Suzuki one on Sunday.. Hoping to get my Delivery by Mid April

@mzansidrivingtutor1972 2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys so as these cars are all manufactured in India by the same company... Can I use Toyota parts on this Suzuki... Pls help me

@lowspeed69 Жыл бұрын

Buy the Baleno. And replace the front bumper with Starlet. Big W. Also Headlights! Those day running lights from Starlet looks better..

@tshovelomahlaule6639 Жыл бұрын

What about the sound system..which one has good sound system?

@RK-ln6kg Жыл бұрын

Wud u recommend the venue sonet or starlett

@DaveDVideoMaker 2 жыл бұрын

In Europe we just get the Suzuki Baleno. One of my neighbours has one.

@Nofanboyz 9 күн бұрын

For more than a decade, Europe also had Toyotas powered by Isuzu-built Diesels. We didn't get that in South Africa.🇿🇦

@eyonamdleleni9033 Жыл бұрын

Do they have Automatic transmission??

@tshabzin2709 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer Starlet XR over Baleno GLX and I also prefer Baleno GL over Starlet XI

@mzwandilejanuary4222 8 ай бұрын

I was looking at the Starlet, but the economics favours the Balino. You're making a R20k saving vs Starlet. 15 000km extra service plan. Etc. If you add the extra service, you're already sitting at R25 000 saving vs Starlet

@Nofanboyz 9 күн бұрын

And in Cape Town, with a 10y 1 million km warranty!

@thinktank1440 9 ай бұрын

My brother is looking at down sizing from a double cad 2.4GDS to a much smaller vehicle. Starlet XR should be the one

@yissibiiyte 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really hating Toyota's laziness. Seems like almost every single one of their cars is a rebadged something else. Starlet Urban Cruiser Roomigo GT86 Even the Supra isn't a Toyota 😂

@Carsandmorebyheinrich 2 жыл бұрын

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder aka incoming Suzuki Vitara

@ettiennelane9173 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, all that copy pasting probably makes them a ton of money.

@schlix101 2 жыл бұрын

All that needs to happen now is for Toyota to sell off their Hilux, Fortuner, Corolla, Rav4, LandCruisers, FJ, Quantum, Hi-Ace, Yaris, Prius etc. and become a Mothership, aka Holding Company for those brands... What could be better? Super lazy!!! No guys! It's not laziness on behalf of Toyota! It's simple economics (and some espionage) 101. By Toyota adopting the chassis of other brands, they drive the collective price to manufacture those chassis, down, making the cars a fair bit cheaper than what you and I would otherwise have to pay! Don't just look at the surface, but dare to look a bit deeper; and you could actually begin to make sense of this whole platform sharing idea. Toyota is not the only manufacturer that does it. Look at Renault\Nissan, Kia\Hyundai etc. Many are doing it for the sake of gaining a competitive edge when it comes to pricing in the market! Now, compare that to brands like Mercedes and BMW, who are generally reluctant to share intellectual property and are very seldomly doing "platform sharing". Then look at where their prices start on their ENTRY LEVEL cars! Yes, they've always been more expensive than most but not by as much as we've seen in recent years! They just can't keep up with the price race! An Entry Level Mercedes A class costs more than twice the price of the top spec Baleno. Yet, it does not have twice the amount of sheet Metal, twice the amount of wheels, twice the amount of glass, twice the amount of seats, twice the amount of engine capacity or twice the amount of anything! Yes, it's a much nicer cabin to be in with a lot more spec (not that much more though), that's it! - But the question is, why on earth does that car, have to be over 120% more expensive? For over 600k you can get a very nice SUV of another brand which also has a very nice interior, a lot more space and comes with all the bells and whistles you ever need, to boot!!! That is why platform sharing is making a lot of sense for a lot of manufacturers! And for as long as that is the case, platform sharing will be here to stay.

@yissibiiyte 2 жыл бұрын

@@schlix101 there's a big difference between platform sharing and what Toyota are doing. In a lot of cases what Toyota are doing is not platform sharing, it's just badge engineering. In vehicles sharing a platform there are still plenty of differences between them in terms of exterior styling and sheet metal, and material quality and features. Toyota on the other hand take a Baleno, do absolutely NOTHING to it, and stick a Toyota badge on it. They put absolutely ZERO effort into it, unlike platform sharing where there is at least some mutual effort.

@thiagonepomuceno4804 2 жыл бұрын

@@yissibiiyte ...and then Suzuki have access to Toyota's hybrid technology. It's a win win for both manufacturers and for consumers.

@lt716 2 жыл бұрын

Sooo! Can one service a Baleno at their nearest Toyota dealership since it's a same car🤔, cut traveling cost "eish petrol"

@Rouxenator 2 жыл бұрын

I'd go with the Suzuki. A tad less common. Whenever I see another car that looks like mine, I know it's time for a different car.

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

I very much like both companies, they both make very reliable cars with Toyota having focused on mass marketing where as Suzuki focused more on emerging markets and niche vehicles. I've owned many Suzuki's and like you, the reason I ended up with the Suzuki brand is that they offered Toyota like reliability but without the overwhelming saturation of models from Toyota, Honda, Nissan, etc. Suzuki was the answer.

@ronz91 9 ай бұрын

@rouxenator you have taken a walk around the corner from MyBB 😂

@Rouxenator 9 ай бұрын

@@ronz91 yeah, I even have my own channel and videos here 😂

@abhidahiya4007 2 жыл бұрын

Can't understand why Toyota Starlet is so much costlier for less specs on offer. In India both cost exactly the same and offer same specs. Toyota also gives better warranty in here.

@jasonjohnson905 2 жыл бұрын

How much confidence Toyota has in Suzuki's products hahahaha well done ciro

@merlina4506 2 жыл бұрын

Slap a set of alloys on the base Baleno and you get almost all the features of a much higher specced Starlet. The Starlet is however more appealing in terms of looks.

@robintyson591 Жыл бұрын

Plus cruise control - which doesn't appear on the 'Toyota' Starlet range until you get to the XR (R314 400!)

@vashenmoodley3334 2 жыл бұрын

Can I service the Suzuki at Toyota?

@supersonic177 2 жыл бұрын

Suzuki for the win

@crispinswainstonharrison9042 2 жыл бұрын

A real highlight IS the seats

@wanga50 2 жыл бұрын

The should add sunroof

@lehlogonolomaringa3213 2 жыл бұрын

In short, you are being ripped off when you opt for the Toyota regardless of the model because the Baleno has more features at the end of the day. What Toyota SA is doing is a DISGRACE.

@cityviewstudios 2 жыл бұрын

You can say that again

@moeketsiseseng3639 2 жыл бұрын

Laziness..they were too lazy to think out of the box..

@thiagonepomuceno4804 2 жыл бұрын

And yet the Starlet far outsells the Baleno.

@sabelosharks.shabalala4466 2 жыл бұрын

Toyota is selling the name Toyota

@lehlogonolomaringa3213 2 жыл бұрын

@@thiagonepomuceno4804 regardless, you are getting less car by opting for the Starlet instead of the Baleno. You played yourself.

@lesklower7281 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison video we purchased a Suzuki Beleno GLX last year and have bean happy with it l knew about the Toyota bagde engineered Toyota it was going to be called the Glanza maybe in India well if l was living in South Africa and after a new car l wouldn't know which one to buy l like both Suzuki and Toyota l own a 1997 toyota hilux which l like and the Suzuki Beleno GLX and also its called the Toyota Starlet by the way there will be no more Suzuki Belenos sold in Australia by the end of the year maybe we will be getting the Toyota Starlet l will wait and see

@truthandjustice6838 Жыл бұрын

I am seeing more of the new Balenos on the road...Maybe SA consumers have finally woken up.

@naeemhoosain786 Жыл бұрын

Does the top of range Baleno glx have hill assist control?

@khanyekl Жыл бұрын

Yes

@zulu-k2r 2 жыл бұрын

Someone I know owns a Toyota Rumion tried to deny that the Ertiga and Rumion look identical...😂

@phakisomaliehe1010 2 жыл бұрын

For me it's that meerkat looking to the left and right and realizing they are the same

@johanvandyk6923 2 жыл бұрын

Drive’s seat in Baleno GL is not height adjustable.

@YusufPetersenCPT 2 жыл бұрын

The age old question. i have a family member that bought a toyota version coz the salesman said it has a toyota engine so its better and i nearly lost my cool coz that salesman at toyota needs a smack also sad that family member didnt do any research!!!

@KayMyName 2 жыл бұрын

I like Toyota's daytime running lights 💯

@nanganda789 2 жыл бұрын

Me too they are more interesting

@shuaibmohammed5029 2 жыл бұрын

Prefer the old rims on the previous model starlet

@victormendes1588 2 жыл бұрын

Suzuki going to be leading brand very soon.

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

It really is appearing that way with how much their cars are improving and especially exterior and interior design. Main reason that is happening is the old man Osamu Suzuki FINALLY retired. He was the stingiest penny pincher in the auto-industry. He was constantly cutting cost on every level, from the design team all the way down to production, even how much paint they would use on the factory floor lol. So the design and production team always had super tight budget but now that he has finally stepped down, the new president is being more appropriate with budgets including giving the design team more control over the final product. Now we are seeing the results, in Baleno, Ciaz, XL7, Vitara, S-Cross, and new Grand Vitara. There are still 2 more SUV's that haven't even been released yet as well as an up-coming 4-door Jimny.

@ManojKumar-wi9en Жыл бұрын

The squirrel is awesome looks like couldn't find any difference between these two... Lol

@thembamaluleke3271 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice cars to buy

@mprinsgsxr 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with the 5speed Manual - 3000rpm at 120kmh and I dont even hear the engine. 6 Speed would be useless on 1.5l engine. Even on my Toyota Corolla 2.0 XR the 6th gear really is just for highway use and it struggles to maintain speed uphill unless doing over 140kmh

@user-cq7ji3cg9d 10 ай бұрын

Thinking of getting a starlet xr Automatic but I am not sure how the consumption will be with only 4 gears when traveling 140/160

@mrb2643 Жыл бұрын

Brezza vs Baleno?

@andrefortuin4554 2 жыл бұрын

One of these brands should make a Sedan version so we could tell the difference between them😂

@dic5822 2 жыл бұрын

i used baleno 2017 until june 2022. i like that fuel consumption simple, roomy, value for money. complain: rack sterr, colum steer, tears in head lamp all that replaced by suzuki indonesia, wait until two month from india. now 5 thn years i sell and buy new hyundai creta. more comfort to drive and good interior quality than baleno.

@JA-rn5qv Жыл бұрын

There is one big difference though. You can see many 20 to 30 year old Suzuki's still running perfectly all over the world, but you rarely see 20 to 30 year old Hyundai's still running anywhere. There is a reason for that.

@ebenezerk444 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to buy this car without the keyless entry option?

@11enterprises78 Жыл бұрын

Yes get the GL

@dennygun19 Жыл бұрын

the fuel consumption was stunning! hopefully i could buy this car asap... unfortunately my country only sold the baleno with 6" aftermarket headunit which makes the frame look incredibly thick