5 Door Mahindra Thar Roxx vs Hyundai Creta: Specifications Compared

Modified On Aug 23, 2024 03:19 PM By Dipan for Mahindra Thar ROXX

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Though not direct competitors, the Thar Roxx's pricing puts it in the same league as the Creta, making it a viable choice for compact SUV buyers

Mahindra Thar Roxx vs Hyundai Creta specifications compared

The Mahindra Thar Roxx was launched recently with prices starting from Rs Rs 12.99 lakh to Rs 20.49 lakh (introductory ex-showroom, pan-India). Its pricing has made it a favourable alternative in the compact SUV space. So, we decided to put the segment leader, the Hyundai Creta, against the 5-door Thar Roxx to see which of these SUVs is the better choice.

Price

Mahindra Thar Roxx

Model	Price
Mahindra Thar Roxx*	Rs 12.99 lakh to Rs 20.49 lakh
Hyundai Creta	Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 20.14 lakh

*Only the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) prices have been revealed. Prices of the 4-wheel-drive variants will be revealed soon.

Prices are ex-showroom, pan-India

The Mahindra Thar Roxx comes in six broad variants: MX1, MX3, MX5, AX3L, AX5L and AX7L. On the other hand, the Hyundai Creta is offered in seven variants: E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech, and SX(O).

Dimensions

Hyundai Creta gets 17-inch alloy wheels

Dimensions	Mahindra Thar Roxx	Hyundai Creta	Difference
Length	4,428 mm	4,330 mm	+98 mm
Width	1,870 mm	1,790 mm	+80 mm
Height	1,923 mm	1,635 mm	+288 mm
Wheelbase	2,850 mm	2,610 mm	+240 mm

As we can see from the above table, the Mahindra Thar Roxx is bigger than the Hyundai Creta in all aspects. This is likely to translate into a better in-cabin space and legroom in the Thar Roxx, thanks to the longer wheelbase as well.

Also Read: 5 Door Mahindra Thar Roxx: A Look At Its Journey From Design Sketches To Reality

Powertrain

Hyundai Creta engine

Specifications	Mahindra Thar Roxx		Hyundai Creta
Engine	2-litre turbo-petrol	2.2-litre diesel	1.5-litre N/A petrol	1.5-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power	Up to 177 PS	Up to 175 PS	115 PS	160 PS	116 PS
Torque	Up to 380 Nm	Up to 370 Nm	144 Nm	253 Nm	250 Nm
Transmission	6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT^	6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT	6-speed MT/CVT	7-speed DCT	6-speed MT/6-speed AT
Drivetrain*	RWD	RWD/4WD	FWD	FWD	FWD

*RWD = Rear-Wheel-Drive; 4WD = Four-Wheel-Drive; FWD = Front-wheel-drive

^AT = Torque Converter Automatic Transmission; DCT = Dual-clutch automatic transmission

The naturally aspirated petrol engine available with the Hyundai Creta produces the least power and torque in the entire range.
Comparing the turbo-petrol engines here, the Thar Roxx gets a bigger 2-litre engine that produces 17 PS and 127 Nm more than what the 1.5-litre unit of the Creta produces.
The diesel engine on the Thar Roxx is also more powerful by 59 PS and 120 PS than that of the Creta.
The Thar Roxx gets an option of a 4WD setup with the diesel engine, while the Creta is a FWD offering.

Also Read: 5 Door Mahindra Thar Roxx: Is Its Ride Quality As Good As Mahindra Claims It To Be?

Features

Mahindra Thar Roxx interiors

Here is a look at the major features of the Mahindra Thar Roxx and the 2024 Hyundai Creta:

Features	Mahindra Thar Roxx	Hyundai Creta
Exterior	Auto-LED projector headlights with LED DRLs LED turn indicators LED tail lights Front LED fog lights 19-inch alloy wheels	Auto-LED headlights with LED DRLs LED turn indicators LED tail lights Front LED fog lights 17-inch alloy wheels
Interior	Dual-tone black and white dashboard White leatherette seat upholstery Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel Two separate front armrests Rear centre armrest with cup holders Footwell lighting	Dual-tone grey and white dashboard White and grey leather seat upholstery Leather-wrapped steering wheel, gear knob and door pads Rear window sunshade Door scuff plates Rear parcel tray Front armrest with storage space Rear centre armrest with two cupholders Ambient lighting Sunglass holder
Comfort and Convenience	Auto AC with rear vents Ventilated front seats Panoramic sunroof 10.25-inch digital driver’s display Wireless phone charger Cruise control 6-way powered driver’s seat Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto-fold function Cooled glove box Push-button start/stop Electric Locking Differential Auto-dimming IRVM Tilt-adjustable steering wheel	Dual-zone auto AC with rear vents Ventilated front seats Panoramic sunroof 10.25-inch digital driver’s display Wireless phone charger Cruise control 8-way powered driver’s seat Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto-fold function Paddle shifters Keyless entry Remote engine start Cooled glove box Auto-dimming IRVM Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel Puddle lamps with welcome function 2-step rear reclining seat
Infotainment	10.25-inch touchscreen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Connected car tech 9-speaker Harman Kardon sound system	10.25-inch touchscreen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Connected car tech 8-speaker Bose sound system
Safety	6 airbags Electronic stability control (ESC) with rollover mitigation 360-degree camera Front and rear parking sensors Hill hold and hill descent control All-wheel disc brakes Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Electronic parking brake with auto-hold Rear defogger with rear wiper Rain-sensing wipers 3-point seat belts for all seats Seat belt reminder for all seats ISOFIX child seat anchorage Level 2 ADAS	6 airbags Electronic stability control (ESC) 360-degree camera Front and rear parking sensors Hill hold and hill descent control All-wheel disc brakes Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Electronic parking brake with auto-hold Rear defogger with rear wiper Rain-sensing wipers ISOFIX child seat anchorage Level 2 ADAS Parking assist

Hyundai Creta interior

Both SUVs get an all-LED lighting setup, but the Creta gets puddle lamps with welcome functionality. On the other hand, the Thar Roxx gets bigger 19-inch alloy wheels.
The interiors of the Thar Roxx get the basics sorted, but the Hyundai SUV comes with rear window sunshades, a sunglass holder, and a 2-step reclining rear seat that makes it a slightly more premium offering.
On the creature comforts front, the Creta wins over the Thar Roxx by providing features like paddle shifters, keyless entry, remote engine start, and a telescopic-adjustment for the steering wheel.
Both cars come with a similar-sized touchscreen but the Thar Roxx gets one speaker more than the Creta.
The safety suite of both cars are similar, which include six airbags, level-2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) and a TPMS.

Which SUV To Buy?

Hyundai Creta rear

The Thar Roxx and the Hyundai Creta are two very different cars with their own set of strengths. The Hyundai Creta sells in huge numbers and there are multiple good reasons for it. It has proven credentials like a long features list, comfortable ride quality, refined and efficient engines and peace of mind ownership experience.

Mahindra Thar Roxx Front

On first impression, the Mahindra Thar Roxx absolutely floors you. Desirable looks, a plush interior built using good quality materials, plentiful features, powerful engine options and the option of four-wheel drive at a price that is hard to ignore.

Mahindra Thar Roxx rear

However, what we strongly recommend you is to take a long test drive of the 5-door Mahindra Thar Roxx before you make your final decision and that is mainly down to the ride comfort. In our experience just like the 3-door version, the Thar Roxx’s ride quality feels stiff, especially at the rear and there is a lot of side-to-side motion too which your family might not appreciate. Due to the higher seating, getting in and out of the Thar too is not the easiest and is another thing that you should consider especially if you have elderly people in your family.

What will you pick between the Mahindra Thar Roxx and the Hyundai Creta? Tell us in the comments below.

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