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Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra Thar or Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Thar and Grand Vitara. Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs.9.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for AXT 2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel D117 CRDe RWD and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Price starts at Rs.10.77 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sigma Smart Hybrid. Mahindra Thar is N/A cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 116.93 bhp @ 3500 rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is a 4 cylinder, 1462 cc Engine can generate 102 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Thar provides a mileage of N/A kmpl (base model), and Grand Vitara has a mileage of 21.11 kmpl (base model).

Thar vs Grand Vitara

Key HighlightsMahindra TharMaruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
PriceRs.9.99 LakhRs.10.77 Lakh
Engine Capacity1497 cc1462 cc
Power116.93 bhp @ 3500 rpm102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A kmpl21.11 kmpl
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Mahindra Thar AXT 2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel D117 CRDe RWD car
AXT 2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel D117 CRDe RWD
Rs. 9.99 Lakh
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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Sigma Smart Hybrid car
Sigma Smart Hybrid
Rs. 10.77 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
11.35 Lakh
Price Breakup
12.47 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.3
4.1
Boot Space (Litres)
-
373 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
1462 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
116.93 bhp @ 3500 rpm
102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
Thar Images
Thar Images
Thar Images
Grand Vitara Images
Grand Vitara Images
Grand Vitara Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Torsion Beam
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel
{245/75 R16}& Steel Rim
{215/60 R17}& Steel Rim
Front Tyre Size
245/75 R16
215/60 R17
Rear Tyre Size
245/75 R16
215/60 R17
Turning Radius
-
5.4 meters
Wheels Size
R16
R17
Wheels Type
Steel Rims
Steel Rims

Exterior

Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (Driver Only)
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
-
check
Daytime Running Lights
check
check
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Outside door handles
Black
Black
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Silver Finish
Antenna
Roof Mounted
Sharkfin
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Roof Rails
Silver Finish
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
Manually Adjustable
Manually Adjustable
Tail Gate
Manual Operation
Manual Operation
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured
Body Coloured With Indicators

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
-
check
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
-
check
Shift Indicator
-
check
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Odometer
Digital
Analogue
Avg fuel economy display
-
check

Infotainment & Communication

Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
check
check
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
Gesture Control
-
Integrated Music System
Standard Company Fitted
Standard Company Fitted
AM/FM Radio
Wireless Charger
Front tweeters
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wired Android Auto & Apple Carplay

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years
Upto 6 Years/160000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1497 cc
1462 cc
Engine Type
2.2 L mHawk Turbo Diesel with CRDe
K15C
No. of Cylinders
-
4
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
5
Power
116.93 bhp @ 3500 rpm
102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
139 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Battery Type
-
Lithium Ion
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
-
21.11 kmpl
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Avg Speed display
-
135 kmph
Fuelling
CRDe
Direct Fuel Injecion

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
check
check
Automatic climate control
-
check
Heater
-
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
check
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
-
check
Power Steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
-
Keyless Entry
Foldable Key
Smart Key
Parking Sensors
Rear Only
Rear Only
Electronically Adjustable Seats
-

Safety

Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
check
ASR / Traction Control
-
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
-
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
-
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
-
check
Hill Assist
-
check
Hill Descent Control
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3985 mm
4345 mm
Width
1820 mm
1795 mm
Height
1850 mm
1645 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance
226 mm
-
No. of Seats
4
5
No. of Doors
2
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
45 Litres
Boot Space
-
373 Litres
Kerb Weight
-
1140 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The Thar offers 'go-anywhere' capabilities with its 4x4 hardware.
  • Comes with better safety features such as ESP, TPMS, hill-hold and descent control
  • The automatic transmission is super smooth
  • Refined petrol and diesel engine options are available
  • The customers can choose from RWD & 4X4 drivetrain
  • It offers better practicality as compared to the old Thar
  • Mahindra Thar comes with a convertible soft top
  • One of the most fuel-efficient C-Segment SUVs in its segment with 20+ kmpl claimed mileage
  • The only SUV in the segment with a proper hybrid powertrain with EV mode
  • Affordable AWD drivetrain with Suzuki AllGrip system offers good capabilities to the vehicle
  • Loaded with features such as a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 360-camera, ventilated seats, 9-inch touchscreen infotainment, and more
  • The base variant offers a decent number of features such as ESP, hill-start assist, automatic climate control, all-4 power windows, dual-functional LED DRLs, projector halogen headlamp
  • Comes with a factory-fitted CNG
  • It offers a good ride quality with well-tuned suspension and good driving dynamics
  • Backed by Maruti’s vast sales and service network
  • The Grand Vitara benefits from Toyota's expertise in hybrid powertrains, as the hybrid system is sourced directly from Toyota
Cons
  • It can’t be your regular family car
  • The ride quality is not good, it always remain unsettled specially at higher speeds
  • It offers 2 doors and 4 seats option, accessing the rear seat is bit of an effort
  • The petrol engine is not efficient
  • It lacks premium and some important features such as rear camera, auto dimming IRVM, no rear wiper
  • It boasts a premium price tag
  • No room for luggage on the back
  • Due to the hybrid battery, the boot in the hybrid variants is smaller than the regular variants
  • The use of hard plastic inside the cabin takes away the premium feel
  • The roof liner of the panoramic roof feels so flimsy
  • The three-cylinder hybrid engine makes a lot of noise when in petrol mode
  • It misses on features like electric seat adjustment, rain sensing wiper, ADAS, and more
  • The hybrid powertrain is available in two top-of-the-line variants which are a bit pricey
  • Not as engaging as the KIA Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and Skoda Kushaq in terms of driving
  • The engine is tuned to give mileage which feels lethargic sometimes
  • AWD is available in a single variant with manual transmission only and with a non-hybrid engine only
  • No turbo-petrol or diesel engine on offer
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Thar and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Safety

Thar comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Descent Control, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock. Grand Vitara has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Body

Thar has doors and seats. It is an with boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 226 mm. It is 1820 mm wide, 1850 mm high and 3985 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2450 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Grand Vitara is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 373 Litres boot space, It has 1645 mm height, 4345 mm length, 1795 mm width, and 1140 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mahindra Thar comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Grand Vitara comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Thar and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner Reviews

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    • hs
      harvinder singh
      03 Dec 2025
      3.5
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      hi good morning. meri Thar EV has been working well for off-roading and all and it's quite nice to drive uh especially for a long uh trips with mixed highways use and city use. but uh currently I want to sell it because I want to just use it for city use and for diesel it is not that great only for city use. so I would like to buy a EV.
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      Ashfaaq
      26 Nov 2025
      5.0
      Good car with a rugged look and excellent performance. I love it! Driving is amazing, and the infotainment system is fantastic. Super.
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      Gurjot Singh
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Very nice car. I would highly recommend it to everyone. The sound quality is amazing, loved by Gen Z, girls, and youngsters alike. It's also a perfect family car.
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      Sachin
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      Nice car with a great overall experience. Good quality music system, excellent performance in rough conditions, impressive mileage, and strong engine performance. Nice alloy wheels, good-quality stereo, and comfortable front seating.
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      Arunjeet Dhillon
      2 Month ago
      4.8
      This vehicle is good for both city and highway driving. It is comfortable and safe, with solid build quality. A nice family car I enjoy riding it a lot.
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