Comparing the BMW M4 and the Mahindra Thar side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M4 is available at ₹13,999,000, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the BMW M4 comes with a 2993 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 9.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M4 versus 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 2993 cc | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | RWD / M xDrive AWD (Competition xDrive) | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 9.5 kmpl (approx) | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Push Button Start | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 650 Nm @ 2750-5500 rpm | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (M Steptronic DCT) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1730 kg (xDrive) | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4794 mm / 1887 mm / 1393 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2857 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats | No |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | M Carbon Leather / Merino Leather | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | — | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Yes | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | — | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific body kit | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight optional | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS with Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic optional | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Brooklyn GreyBlack SapphireIsle of Man GreenSao Paulo YellowSkyscraper GreyAventurine RedToronto RedPortimao BlueTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
