Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Mahindra Thar 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 Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹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 Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar. 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 heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | — | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | No | No |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | No | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Yes | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | No | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | LED | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | Halogen | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | No | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
