Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno 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 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. 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 |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | — | Self Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| 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-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 (Standard) |
| 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 | 360-Degree Camera |
| 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 | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
