Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Grand Vitara

Should you buy Mahindra Thar or Maruti Grand Vitara? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mahindra Thar price starts at Rs 11.35 Lakh ex-showroom for AX Opt Hard Top Diesel RWD (Diesel) and Maruti Grand Vitara price starts Rs 10.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol). Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Grand Vitara has 1490 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Thar has a mileage of - (Petrol top model)> and the Grand Vitara has a mileage of 27.97 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Thar Vs Grand Vitara

Key Highlights	Mahindra Thar	Maruti Grand Vitara
On Road Price	Rs.20,09,313^*	Rs.22,91,512^*
Mileage (city)	8 kmpl	25.45 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1997	1490
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Mahindra Thar
Rs17 Lakh^*
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Maruti Grand Vitara
Rs20.09 Lakh^*
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Mahindra Thar
Earth Edition AT
11.35 - 17.60 Lakh^*
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Maruti Grand Vitara
Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT DT
10.99 - 20.09 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Earth Edition AT	Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.20,09,313^*	Rs.22,91,512^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.39,875/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.44,863/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,17,135	Rs.55,892
User Rating	4.5 Based on 1272 Reviews	4.5 Based on 512 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.5,130.8
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
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Basic Information

Earth Edition AT

Alpha Plus Hybrid CVT DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.20,09,313^*

Rs.22,91,512^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.39,875/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.44,863/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,17,135

Rs.55,892

User Rating

4.5

Based on 1272 Reviews

4.5

Based on 512 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,130.8

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	mStallion 150 TGDi	M15D With Strong Hybrid
Displacement (cc)	1997	1490
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	150.19bhp@5000rpm	91.18bhp@5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	300Nm@1250-3000rpm	122Nm@4400-4800rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Yes	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed AT	E-CVT
Drive Type	4WD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

mStallion 150 TGDi

M15D With Strong Hybrid

Displacement (cc)

1997

1490

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

150.19bhp@5000rpm

91.18bhp@5500rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	8	25.45
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	9	21.97
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	27.97
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	57	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	-	135
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double wishbone suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link, Solid Axle	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	5.4
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Solid Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	135
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)	-	40.58
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless All-Terrain	Tubeless, Radial
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	-	11.55
City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)	-	8.55
Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)	-	25.82
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	17
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link, Solid Axle

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Hydraulic

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3985	4345
Width (mm)	1820	1795
Height (mm)	1855	1645
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	226	210
Wheel Base (mm)	2450	2600
Kerb Weight (kg)	-	1290-1295
Grossweight (kg)	-	1755
Approach Angle	41.2	-
Break Over Angle	26.2	-
Departure Angle	36	-
Seating Capacity	4	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	373
No. of Doors	3	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	50:50 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front	Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	Yes	-
Additional Features	Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat,Reclining Mechanism,Lockable Glovebox,Electrically Operated HVAC Controls,SMS Read Out	Accessory Socket (Luggage room), Reclining Rear Seats, Vanity Mirror Lamp (Driver + Co-driver), Suzuki Connect TRIPS AND DRIVING BEHAVIOR (Trip Suary, Driving Behaviour, Share Trip History, Area Guidance, Vehicle Location Sharing)
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Trunk Light

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Additional Features	Dashboard Grab Handle For Front passenger,MID Display in Instrument Cluster (Coloured),Adventure Statistics,Decorative Vin Plate (Individual to Thar Earth Edition),Headrest (Embossed Dune Design),Stiching ( Beige Stitching elements & Earth branding),Thar branding on door pads (Desert Fury Coloured),Twin Peak logo on Steering ( Dark Chrome),Steering Wheel elements (Desert Fury Coloured),AC Vents (Dual Tone),HVAC housing (Piano black),Center gear Console & Cup Holder accents (Dark Chrome)	Chrome Inside Door Handle, Spot Map Lamp (Roof front),Black PVC + Stitch Door Armrest, Front Footwell Light (Driver & Co-driver side), Ambient Lighting Door Spot & IP Line, Soft Touch IP with Premium Stitch, All Black Interior with Champagne Gold Accents, Suzuki Connect ALERTS AND NOTIFICATIONS (Overspeed, Seatbelt, AC Idling, Trip (Start &End), Low Fuel, Low Range, Dashboard View)
Digital Cluster	Yes	Full
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	7
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Glove Box

Digital Odometer

Exterior
Available Colors	Everest WhiteRage RedStealth BlackDeep ForestDesert FuryDeep Grey+1 MoreThar Colors	Arctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofChestnut BrownSplendid Silver With Black RoofGrandeur GreyArctic White Black RoofMidnight BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+5 MoreGrand Vitara Colors
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	No
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED Headlamps	-	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Hard Top,All-Black Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Wheel Arch Cladding,Side Foot Steps (Moulded),Fender-mounted Radio Antenna,Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel,Illuminated Key Ring,Body Colour (Satin Matte Desert Fury Colour),ORVMs Inserts (Desert Fury Coloured),Vertical slats on the Front grille (Desert Fury Coloured),Mahindra Wordmark (Matte Black),Thar branding (Matte Black),4x4 badging (Matte black With red accents),Automatic badging (Matte black With red accents),Gear Knob accents (Dark Chrome)	Chrome Belt Line Garnish, Front Variable Intermittent Wiper, LED Position Lamp, Dark Grey Skid Plate (Front & Rear), Suzuki Connect REMOTE FUNCTIONS (Hazard Light ON/OFF, Headlight OFF, Alarm, Iobilizer Request, Battery Health)
Fog Lights	Front	-
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/60 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless All-Terrain	Tubeless, Radial
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Exterior

Available Colors

Everest WhiteRage RedStealth BlackDeep ForestDesert Fury+1 MoreThar Colors

Arctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofChestnut BrownSplendid Silver With Black Roof+5 MoreGrand Vitara Colors

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	-	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver
Speed Alert	-	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	No
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	No	No
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Send POI to Vehicle From App

E-Call & I-Call

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	7	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	-
Additional Features	-	SmartPlay Pro+, Arkamys Sound Tuning, Premium Sound System
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	BlueSense	-
Tweeter	2	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Mahindra Thar
- Attention grabbing design. Looks macho and has stronger road presence than ever before.
- Available with petrol and diesel engines with a choice of 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions for both.
- Design better suited for off-roading than before. Big improvements in departure angle, breakover angle and ground clearance.
- More tech: Brake based differential locking system, auto locking rear mechanical differential, shift-on-the-fly 4x4 with low range, 7-inch touchscreen with off-road gauges, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and navigation
- Good quality interior with better practicality than before. The Thar is now more family friendly.
- Improved noise vibration and harshness management. Doesn’t feel crude or outdated to drive anymore.
- More configurations: Fixed soft top, fixed hardtop or convertible soft top, available as a 6- or 4- seater
Maruti Grand Vitara
- Gets an upright SUV stance
- LED light details help it look modern and premium
- Strong Hybrid variant claims a high efficiency of 27.97kmpl
- Fit, finish and quality of interiors are impressive. Certainly the best from Maruti yet.
- Comes loaded with premium feature like ventilated seats, heads-up display, digital instrument cluster, 360 degree camera and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Powertrain options include mild-hybrid, strong-hybrid, manual and automatic transmission options and all-wheel drive.

Mahindra Thar
- Stiff ride quality. Deals with bad roads well but sharp bumps can unsettle the cabin quite easily
- Old school ladder frame SUV and behaves like one. Loads of body roll even on mild curves
- Some cabin flaws: Rear windows aren’t openable, pedal box leaves no proper space to rest your left foot even in the automatic and thick B pillars create large blind spots to the side
- It’s a heavily improved/polished version of a hardcore off-roader but not an alternative to more practical, comfortable, feature rich compact/sub compact SUVs
Maruti Grand Vitara
- No diesel engine option
- A lot of premium features are reserved only for the Strong Hybrid variant

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Mahindra Thar and Maruti Grand Vitara?

A ) Mahindra Thar price starts at ₹ 11.35 Lakh & Maruti Grand Vitara price starts at ₹ 10.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti Grand Vitara is cheaper between these two cars.

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