Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Hyundai i20 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 i20 is priced at ₹704,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Hyundai i20'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 16 kmpl for the Hyundai i20. 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 | — | 12V Standard |
| 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 with Dual VTVT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 16 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 | 114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | 5-Speed Manual / IVT (CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 311 l |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 915 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3995 mm, 1775 mm, 1505 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Digital Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 8-inch or 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation |
| 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 | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Fabric / Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Bose Premium 7-speaker system |
| Sunroof | No | Electric Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front Type-C Fast Charger + Rear USB Port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available via Bluelink |
| Wireless Charger | No | Available with Cooling Pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED MFR Headlamps / Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 185/65 R15 (Mid) / 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel (Base) / Hub Wheel (Mid) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 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 | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Amazon GreyFiery RedStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitan Grey Matte |
