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Mahindra Thar vs Tata Nexon

Should you buy Mahindra Thar or Tata Nexon? 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 Tata Nexon price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for Smart Opt (Petrol). Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Nexon has 1497 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Thar has a mileage of - (Diesel top model)> and the Nexon has a mileage of 24.08 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Thar Vs Nexon

Key HighlightsMahindra TharTata Nexon
On Road PriceRs.21,37,600*Rs.18,29,035*
Mileage (city)9 kmpl-
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)21841497
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Mahindra Thar vs Tata Nexon comparison

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        Mahindra Thar
        Mahindra Thar
        Rs17.60 Lakh*
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            Rs15.50 Lakh*
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              Basic Information
              On-Road Price in New Delhi
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              Rs.21,37,600*
              Rs.18,29,035*
              Rs.7,53,794*
              Finance Available (EMI)
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              Rs.42,355/month
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              Rs.34,812/month
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              Rs.14,356/month
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              Insurance
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              Rs.1,17,000
              Rs.69,798
              Rs.31,555
              User Rating
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              Based on 478 Reviews
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              Engine & Transmission
              Engine Type
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              mHawk 130 CRDe
              1.5L Turbocharged Revotorq
              1.0L Energy
              Displacement (cc)
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              2184
              1497
              999
              No. of Cylinders
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              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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              130.07bhp@3750rpm
              113.31bhp@3750rpm
              71bhp@6250rpm
              Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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              300Nm@1600-2800rpm
              260Nm@1500-2750rpm
              96Nm@3500rpm
              Valves Per Cylinder
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              4
              4
              4
              Fuel Supply System
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              -
              -
              MPFi
              Turbo Charger
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              YesYesNo
              Transmission Type
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              Automatic
              Automatic
              Manual
              Gearbox
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              6-Speed AT
              6-Speed AMT
              5-Speed
              Drive Type
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              FWD
              Fuel & Performance
              Fuel Type
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              Diesel
              Diesel
              Petrol
              Mileage City (kmpl)
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              9
              -
              15
              Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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              10
              -
              17
              Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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              24.08
              19.17
              Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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              57
              44
              40
              Emission Norm Compliance
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              BS VI 2.0
              BS VI 2.0
              BS VI 2.0
              Top Speed (kmph)
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              -
              180
              -
              Suspension, Steering & Brakes
              Front Suspension
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              Double wishbone suspension
              MacPherson Strut suspension
              MacPherson Strut suspension
              Rear Suspension
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              Multi-link, Solid Axle
              Rear twist beam
              Rear twist beam
              Steering Type
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              Hydraulic
              Electric
              Electric
              Steering Column
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              Tilt
              Tilt and Collapsible
              Tilt
              Steering Gear Type
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              Rack & Pinion
              -
              -
              Turning Radius (Metres)
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              -
              5.1
              -
              Front Brake Type
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              Disc
              Disc
              Disc
              Rear Brake Type
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              Drum
              Drum
              Drum
              Top Speed (Kmph)
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              -
              180
              -
              Tyre Size
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              255/65 R18
              215/60 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Tubeless All-Terrain
              Radial Tubeless
              Tubeless,Radial
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              N/A
              -
              Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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              18
              16
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              Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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              18
              16
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              Dimensions & Capacity
              Length (mm)
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              3985
              3995
              3991
              Width (mm)
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              1820
              1804
              1750
              Height (mm)
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              1855
              1620
              1605
              Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
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              226
              208
              205
              Wheel Base (mm)
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              2450
              2498
              2500
              Front Tread (mm)
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              -
              -
              1536
              Rear Tread (mm)
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              -
              -
              1535
              Approach Angle
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              41.2
              -
              -
              Break Over Angle
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              26.2
              -
              -
              Departure Angle
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              36
              -
              -
              Seating Capacity
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              4
              5
              5
              Boot Space (Litres)
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              -
              382
              405
              No. of Doors
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              3
              5
              5
              Comfort & Convenience
              Power Steering
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              YesYesYes
              Automatic Climate Control
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              -
              YesNo
              Air Quality Control
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              Yes
              -
              Accessory Power Outlet
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              YesYesYes
              Vanity Mirror
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              -
              YesNo
              Rear Reading Lamp
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Headrest
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Adjustable Headrest
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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              -
              -
              No
              Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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              Yes
              -
              Rear AC Vents
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              YesYes
              Multifunction Steering Wheel
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              YesYesNo
              Cruise Control
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              YesYesNo
              Parking Sensors
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              Rear
              Front & Rear
              Rear
              Foldable Rear Seat
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              50:50 Split
              60:40 Split
              Bench Folding
              Smart Access Card Entry
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              -
              -
              No
              Engine Start Stop Button
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              YesNo
              Cooled Glovebox
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              -
              YesNo
              Bottle Holder
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              Front Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Voice Commands
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              YesYes
              -
              Paddle Shifters
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              Yes
              -
              USB Charger
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              Front
              -
              -
              Central Console Armrest
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              -
              With Storage
              With Storage
              Gear Shift Indicator
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              -
              No
              -
              Rear Curtain
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              -
              No
              -
              Luggage Hook And Net
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              -
              No
              -
              Lane Change Indicator
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Additional Features
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              Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat,Reclining Mechanism,Lockable Glovebox,Electrically Operated HVAC Controls,SMS Read Out
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              PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone horn
              One Touch Operating Power Window
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              -
              -
              No
              Drive Modes
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              -
              3
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              Power Windows
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              -
              -
              Front & Rear
              Cup Holders
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              -
              -
              Front Only
              Air Conditioner
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              YesYesYes
              Heater
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              YesYesYes
              Adjustable Steering
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              YesYes
              -
              KeyLess Entry
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              YesYesYes
              Ventilated Seats
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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              YesYesNo
              Automatic Headlamps
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Follow Me Home Headlamps
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              YesYes
              -
              Interior
              Tachometer
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              YesYesYes
              Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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              Yes
              -
              Glove Box
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              YesYesYes
              Digital Odometer
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Additional Features
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              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)
              2 Spoke Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo
              Muted melange seat upholstery,8.9 cm LED instrument cluster
              Digital Cluster
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              Yes
              Full
              Yes
              Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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              10.24
              3.5
              Upholstery
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              Leatherette
              Leatherette
              Fabric
              Exterior
              Available Colors
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              Everest WhiteRage RedStealth BlackDeep ForestDesert FuryDeep Grey+1 MoreThar ColorsCreative OceanPristine White Dual ToneFlame RedCalgary WhitePure GreyFearless Purple Dual ToneFlame Red Dual ToneDaytona Grey Dual ToneDaytona GreyAtlas Black+5 MoreNexon ColorsIce Cool WhiteKiger Colors
              Body Type
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              Adjustable Headlamps
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              YesYes
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              Rain Sensing Wiper
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              Yes
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              Rear Window Wiper
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              YesNo
              Rear Window Washer
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              YesNo
              Rear Window Defogger
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              YesYesNo
              Wheel Covers
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              NoYes
              Alloy Wheels
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              YesYesNo
              Rear Spoiler
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              -
              YesYes
              Sun Roof
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              Yes
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Integrated Antenna
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              YesYesYes
              Chrome Grille
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Halogen Headlamps
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Cornering Foglamps
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              Yes
              -
              Roof Rails
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              YesYes
              LED DRLs
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              YesYes
              LED Headlamps
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              YesNo
              LED Taillights
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              YesYesYes
              LED Fog Lamps
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Additional Features
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              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)
              Sequential LED DRLs and Taillamp with Welcome/Goodbye Signature, Alloy Wheel with Aero Inserts, Top-mounted Rear Wiper and Washer, Bi Function LED Headlamps
              C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,3-spoke steering wheel,front grille chrome accent,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator
              Fog Lights
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              Front
              Front
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              Antenna
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              -
              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Sunroof
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              -
              Single Pane
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              Boot Opening
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              -
              Manual
              Manual
              Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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              -
              -
              Powered
              Tyre Size
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              255/65 R18
              215/60 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Tubeless All-Terrain
              Radial Tubeless
              Tubeless,Radial
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              -
              N/A
              -
              Safety
              Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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              YesYesYes
              Brake Assist
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Central Locking
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              YesYesYes
              Child Safety Locks
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              -
              YesYes
              Anti Theft Alarm
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              -
              Yes
              -
              No. of Airbags
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              2
              6
              2
              Driver Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Passenger Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag
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              -
              YesNo
              Side Airbag Rear
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              -
              NoNo
              Day Night Rear View Mirror
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              YesYesYes
              Seat Belt Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Door Ajar Warning
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              -
              YesYes
              Traction Control
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              -
              YesYes
              Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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              YesYesYes
              Engine Immobilizer
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              YesYesYes
              Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Camera
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              -
              With Guidedlines
              No
              Anti Theft Device
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Anti Pinch Power Windows
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              -
              Driver
              -
              Speed Alert
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              YesYes
              Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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              YesYesYes
              Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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              YesYesNo
              Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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              -
              Driver and Passenger
              Driver
              Blind Spot Monitor
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Hill Descent Control
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              YesYes
              -
              Hill Assist
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              YesYesYes
              Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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              -
              YesYes
              360 View Camera
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Curtain Airbag
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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              YesYesYes
              Global NCAP Safety Rating
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              -
              5 Star
              -
              Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
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              -
              5 Star
              -
              Advance Internet
              Remote Vehicle Status Check
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Live Weather
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              -
              Yes
              -
              E-Call & I-Call
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              NoYes
              -
              Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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              -
              Yes
              -
              SOS Button
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              -
              Yes
              -
              RSA
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Over Speeding Alert
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Remote AC On/Off
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Entertainment & Communication
              Radio
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              YesYesYes
              Integrated 2DIN Audio
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              YesYesYes
              Wireless Phone Charging
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              -
              YesNo
              Bluetooth Connectivity
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen
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              YesYesNo
              Touchscreen Size
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              7
              10.24
              -
              Connectivity
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              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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              Android Auto
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              YesYesNo
              Apple Car Play
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              YesYesNo
              No. of Speakers
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              4
              4
              4
              Additional Features
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              -
              Slim Bezel Touchscreen Infotainment System, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
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              Usb Ports
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              YesYesYes
              Inbuilt Apps
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              BlueSense
              -
              -
              Tweeter
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              2
              4
              -
              Subwoofer
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              -
              1
              -
              Speakers
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
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              Pros & Cons

              • Pros
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              • 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

                Tata Nexon

                • Loaded with features: sunroof, front seat ventilation, dual displays
                • Comfortable ride quality: tackles bad roads with ease
                • Choice of petrol and diesel engines. New 7-speed DCT available with petrol
                • Updated interior features better design and quality
              • 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

                Tata Nexon

                • Ergonomic issues still persist
                • Iffy fit and finish around certain interior panels
                • Tech package glitches time to time

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              Questions & answers

              Q ) Which car is cheaper between Mahindra Thar and Tata Nexon?
              A ) Mahindra Thar price starts at ₹ 11.35 Lakh & Tata Nexon price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh in New Delhi. Tata Nexon is cheaper between these two cars.
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