Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Tata Nexon 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 Tata Nexon is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
Engine & Performance |
||
| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 17.4 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | — | Electric start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / AMT / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
||
| Boot Space | — | 382 L |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 1295 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
||
| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Digital / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman |
| 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 | Fabric |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Up to 8-speaker Harman system |
| Sunroof | No | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
||
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Projector + LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED signature |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | All-terrain | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
||
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
||
| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue |
