Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is priced at ₹16,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV's N/A (Electric), producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 544 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC SUV) respectively. 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 | — | 108.4 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 544 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC SUV) |
| Starter | — | Electric |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 858 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 108.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~31 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (200 kW) |
| Range | — | 660 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 658 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3600 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 2895 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 5125 mm / 1959 mm / 1718 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic (rear-axle steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | MBUX Hyperscreen 56-inch curved array |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | MBUX Hyperscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Burmester 15-Speaker |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic Roof |
| 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 DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 265/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 9 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 - 360° |
| 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 | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackSodalite BlueEmerald GreenVelvet BrownHigh-Tech SilverAlpinGrau UnilackOpalith WhiteBlack LacquerSelenit Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
