Comparing the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 and the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor 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 Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor is priced at ₹916,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 comes with a 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor's 998 cc (Turbo & NA), producing 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) and 99 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 66 bhp @ 5500 rpm (NA) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 versus 22.28 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 20.89 kmpl (NA MT) - ARAI for the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
Engine & Performance |
||
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) | 998 cc (Turbo & NA) |
| Drive Type | 4x4 | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel | K10C Turbo Petrol / K10B NA Petrol / CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-Speed Manual / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) / 5-Speed AMT (NA) |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) | 22.28 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 20.89 kmpl (NA MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) | 99 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 66 bhp @ 5500 rpm (NA) |
| Starter | — | Electric (Push Button Start on S/G/V) |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel | 147.6 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm (Turbo) / 89 Nm @ 3500 rpm (NA) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic (DCT / AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
||
| Boot Space | — | 318 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1385 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1777 – 1783 kg | 945 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm | 3995 mm / 1765 mm / 1550 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
||
| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Climate Control (top variants) |
| Cluster | Semi-digital | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (G/V) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - All 4 Windows |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric, Leatherette | Fabric (base) / Premium Fabric (top) |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters | Arkamys 6-Speaker Sound System |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic Sunroof (V variant) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes (V) |
Exterior & Lighting |
||
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED Fog Lamps |
| 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 |
||
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (S/G/V) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
||
| Car Image1 | — |
|
| Car Image2 | — |
|
| Car Image3 | — |
|
| Color Options | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine | Cafe WhiteEnticing SilverBluish BlackSportin RedGaming GreyLucent Orange |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.9 |








