Comparing the Mahindra Thar and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Thar is available at ₹999,000, while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d is priced at ₹6,000,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar comes with a 1997 cm3 unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d's 1,993 cm³, producing 112kW @ 5000 r/min and 200 HP + 20 HP respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar versus ~23 km/l for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d. 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 heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture | — |
| Displacement | 1997 cm3 | 1,993 cm³ |
| Drive Type | RWD/ 4WD | Rear-wheel drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) | Diesel (Mild Hybrid) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6‑speed (MT/AT) | 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 15.2 kmpl | ~23 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 112kW @ 5000 r/min | 200 HP + 20 HP |
| Starter | keyless engine ignition system | — |
| Torque | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min | 440 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 257 l | ~455 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | ~150 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1650 kg | 1730 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm | 4751 x 1820 x 1438 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle | — |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic | — |
| Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents | — |
| Cluster | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials | — |
| Cruise Control | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | — |
| Keyless Entry | Smart remote central keyless locking fob | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations | — |
| Power Windows | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) | — |
| Push Start | No | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt | — |
| Sound System | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion | — |
| Sunroof | Hard Top | — |
| USB Ports | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports | — |
| Voice Command | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection | — |
| DRLs | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators | — |
| Fog Lamps | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights | — |
| Headlight | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch | — |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | No | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate | — |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | — |
| Brake Assist | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey | — |
