Comparing the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS 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 Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS is available at ₹555,000, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.7 km/l (Petrol) for the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS 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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| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 37 l | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 6-speed |
| Mileage | 20.7 km/l (Petrol) | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 04 | 4 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Standard Electric Starter Motor | — |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4,000 rpm (Petrol) | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual/ AMT | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | Standard 12V Lead-Acid battery for starting and electrical systems | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 260 l | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,340 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,815 mm / 1,680 mm / 1,520 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 3.5-inch Digital Cluster with Multi-Information Display (MID) | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop | No |
| Rear AC Vents | — | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric (Dual-tone Grey/Black) | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4-speaker Arkamys Premium Sound | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C Fast Charger and a standard Type-A port at the front | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported (Android Auto/Apple CarPlay) | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | — | Yes |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Electrically Foldable with Integrated Turn Indicators | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 175/60 R15 (Alloy) | 165/70 R14 (Steel) | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | Diamond Cut Alloys | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | — | 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, with static guidelines | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline TPMS | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Typhoon SilverTitan GreyFiery RedTeal BlueAtlas whiteTitan Grey matte | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
