Comparing the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is available at ₹4,699,000, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 136 bhp (218i) / 148 bhp (220d) and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.19 kmpl (220d) - ARAI for the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe versus 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / xDrive AWD (M235i) | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed (Diesel) | 6-speed |
| Mileage | 17.19 kmpl (220d) - ARAI | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (218i) / 148 bhp (220d) | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 430 Litres | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 135 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1455 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4526 mm / 1800 mm / 1420 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker (M Sport) | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Gran Coupe) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R16 (base) / 225/45 R17 (M Sport) | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch / 17-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphirePortimao BlueBrooklyn Grey | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
