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Maruti Suzuki S-Presso vs Mahindra Thar

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Maruti Suzuki S-Presso or Mahindra Thar? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between S-Presso and Thar. Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Price starts at Rs.4.26 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs.11.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for AX Opt 2WD HT Diesel MT. Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is 3 cylinder, 998 cc Engine can generate 65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm power whereas Mahindra Thar is a 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, S-Presso provides a mileage of 24.12 kmpl (base model), and Thar has a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model).

S-Presso vs Thar

Key HighlightsMaruti Suzuki S-PressoMahindra Thar
PriceRs.4.26 LakhRs.11.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity998 cc1497 cc
Power65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Mileage/Range24.12 kmpl15 kmpl
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Maruti Suzuki S-Presso STD car
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Rs. 4.26 Lakh
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Mahindra Thar AX Opt 2WD HT Diesel MT car
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Rs. 11.50 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
4.64 Lakh
Price Breakup
13.61 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
User Rating
4.2
4.3
Boot Space (Litres)
240 Litres
600 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
998 cc
1497 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm
116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm
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Images
S-Presso Images
S-Presso Images
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Thar Images
Thar Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
145/80 R13
245/75 R16
Rear Tyre Size
145/80 R13
245/75 R16
Turning Radius
4.5 meters
5.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
145/80 R13
245/75 R16
Wheels Size
R13
R16

Instrumentation

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

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
Touchscreen Size
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7 inches
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
Integrated Music System
Speakers
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4
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/Unlimited kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 6 Years/160000 kms
Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
998 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
K10C
D117 CRDe
No. of Cylinders
3
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5
6
Power
65.7 bhp @ 5500 rpm
116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Torque
89 Nm @ 3500 rpm
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Battery Capacity
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0.78 kwh
Fast Charging
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
ARAI Certified Economy
24.12 kmpl
15 kmpl
Top Speed
148 kmph
155 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake
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Parking Assist
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Safety

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

Length
3565 mm
3985 mm
Width
1520 mm
1820 mm
Height
1553 mm
1850 mm
Wheelbase
2380 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
226 mm
No. of Seats
5
4
No. of Doors
5
3
Fuel Tank Capacity
27 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
2.8 Litres
6 Litres
Boot Space
240 Litres
600 Litres
Kerb Weight
736 kg
1710 kg
Body Type
Hatchback
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Good suspension setup, resulting in great ride quality inside the cabin.
  • The compact size makes it easy to park and maneuver in the traffic and city conditions.
  • There is decent space inside the cabin for 3 adults to fit in the rear seats.
  • It offers excellent fuel efficiency. It is available in CNG too. This makes it a better option for tour and fleet operators.
  • 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
Cons
  • The build quality is not great and could have been better.
  • Engine vibrations can be felt inside due to the 3-cylinder effect.
  • Fit-finish quality of the interiors could be improved.
  • Top-end variants are on the premium side.
  • 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
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Detailed Comparison of Maruti Suzuki S-Presso and Mahindra Thar

Safety

S-Presso comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock. Thar has Overspeed Warning, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

S-Presso has doors and seats. It is an with 240 Litres boot space, 27 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 180 mm. It is 1520 mm wide, 1553 mm high and 3565 mm long. It has 736 kg kerb weight and 2380 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Thar is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 600 Litres boot space, 226 mm ground clearance.It has 1850 mm height, 3985 mm length, 1820 mm width, and 1710 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission. And Thar comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission.

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Maruti Suzuki S-Presso and Mahindra Thar Owner Reviews

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  • Thar Review
    • NA
      Nazir Ahmed
      02 Sep 2025
      3.6
      This car is very good for a small family. It has an SUV-like look, good mileage, and an affordable price, making it ideal for middle-class families.
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      Balaji
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Very comfortable to use, with an elegant look and superb road grip. It’s a fantastic vehicle for both city and outstation rides, and I will recommend it to friends and family.
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      vishal
      2 Month ago
      4.1
      This is a very good family car within budget. I would highly recommend it to others. It offers low service costs, high mileage, great space, and impressive features — all at an affordable price.
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      Nabeel
      2 Month ago
      4.6
      Super car. I love this 4-seater car. It comes at a low price and offers great performance. It's like a GTA or Free Fire car perfect for traffic and smooth to drive. Truly an amazing car.
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      Faizan Zahoor
      2 Month ago
      2.1
      This car is budget-friendly, but it lacks in safety. It offers good mileage, and the comfort. However, its functions and features are impressive.
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