Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 Ertiga is priced at ₹879,999. 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 Ertiga's 1462 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 75.8 kW @6000 RPM respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. 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) | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5/6-speed Manual |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 209 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1760 - 1820 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 1175 -1275 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 4435 1735 1690 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2740mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt-adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Analog with Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 7-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 (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | 4-speaker audio system |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front & Rear USB Ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | Halogen | Projector Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 185/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 Airbags (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 | 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 | Arctic WhitePrime Oxford BlueMagma GreyAuburn RedPearl Metallic Dignity BrownSplendid SilverBluish Black |
