Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Maruti Suzuki Eeco 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 Eeco is priced at ₹520,900. 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 Eeco's 1197 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco. 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 lead-acid battery |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | K12N |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | Petrol: 32 litres CNG: 65 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | — | Electric start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 105.5/3000 |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 275 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1,510–1,540 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 940–1,085 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3,675 mm / 1,475 mm / 1,825 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 - 6( Higher Variant) |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2,350 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | No |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Manual air conditioning (select variants) |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Analog instrument cluster with digital MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | Basic audio system (select variants) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front only (select variants) |
| Push Start | No | — |
| Rear AC Vents | No | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | 2 speakers |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes (passenger variants) |
| DRLs | LED | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Halogen | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | Halogen |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 155 R13 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel wheels |
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 | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Bluish BlackMetallic Glistening GreySolid WhiteMetallic Brisk BlueMetallic Silky Silver |
