Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the BMW M5 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 M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5. 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 | — | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 8 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | — | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | — | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | No | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | Dual front | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.8 |
