Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Renault Kiger 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 Renault Kiger is priced at ₹699,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Renault Kiger's 999 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Renault Kiger. 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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| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 1.0L SCe NA / 1.0L Turbo TCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start (mid+) |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 96 Nm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | — | 405 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 975 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3991 mm / 1750 mm / 1600 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Manual AC (base) / Automatic AC (top) |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | 8-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes (Turbo top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | No | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED Projector Headlamps (top) |
| 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 | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 2 Airbags (4 on top) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Ice Cool WhiteMoonlight SilverMahogany BrownCaspian BlueShadow GreyOasis YellowStealth BlackRadiant Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.9 |
