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