Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter. 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 | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | — | Electric |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 391 Litres |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | No | — |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | No | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Halogen | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| 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 | Highline/Digital |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
