Comparing the Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT 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 Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT is available at ₹1,159,000, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT comes with a 1498 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 121 PS @ 6600 rpm and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.92 km/l (ARAI) for the Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT 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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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12 V | — |
| Displacement | 1498 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | FWD | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | 1.5L chain-driven DOHC i-VTEC petrol | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Mileage | 16.92 km/l (ARAI) | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 121 PS @ 6600 rpm | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 458 L | — |
| Ground Clearance | 199 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1216 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4312 mm / 1790 mm / 1650 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Analog-digital instrument cluster | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | No |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4 speakers | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Electric sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | 2 | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | LED fog lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | LED projector headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Body-coloured ORVMs with integrated turn indicators | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Rear wiper & defogger | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED tail lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial tubeless | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch steel wheels with covers | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Six airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fiery Red Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Obsidian Blue Pearl, Meteoroid Grey Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
