Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the BMW 7 Series side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is available at ₹1,150,000, while the BMW 7 Series is priced at ₹14,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW 7 Series's 2998 cc (740i) / 4395 cc (760i), producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 375 bhp (740i) / 544 bhp (760i xDrive) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 12.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW 7 Series. 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 | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 2998 cc (740i) / 4395 cc (760i) |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | RWD / xDrive AWD (760i) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 3.0L B58 Petrol Inline-6 / 4.4L N63B44 V8 TwinPower Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 78 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 12.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 (740i) / 8 (760i) |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 375 bhp (740i) / 544 bhp (760i xDrive) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 500 Nm (740i) / 750 Nm (760i) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 120 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 2150 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 5391 mm / 1950 mm / 1544 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 3215 mm (LWB) |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Tri-Zone + Rear 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - ACTIVE DRIVING ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL + L3 Highway Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - All 4 Seats (Massage + Heating + Cooling) |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display + Theatre Screen (31.3-inch rear) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Soft Close Doors |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes - Executive Lounge Rear Seating |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Merino Leather / Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (36-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | No | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C throughout |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes - Front & Rear |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | BMW Selective Beam Laserlight LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 245/50 R19 (front) / 275/45 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + ADB + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - Surround View 3D + Remote Park |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMineral WhiteTanzanite BlueFrozen GreyAventurine RedM Brooklyn Grey metallicOxide Grey metallicDravit Grey metallicM Carbon Black metallic |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.6 |
