Comparing the Mahindra Thar and the Range Rover Evoque SE R-Dynamic Diesel 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 Range Rover Evoque SE R-Dynamic Diesel is priced at ₹7,788,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar comes with a 1997 cm3 unit compared to the Range Rover Evoque SE R-Dynamic Diesel's 1999 cc, producing 112kW @ 5000 r/min and 180 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar versus 16-18 km/l for the Range Rover Evoque SE R-Dynamic Diesel. 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 | 12V lead-acid battery |
| Displacement | 1997 cm3 | 1999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD/ 4WD | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) | 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6‑speed (MT/AT) | Automatic |
| Mileage | 15.2 kmpl | 16-18 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 112kW @ 5000 r/min | 180 bhp |
| Starter | keyless engine ignition system | Push-button start |
| Torque | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min | 430 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | 9-speed automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 257 l | 591 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1650 kg | 1780 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm | 4371 mm × 1904 mm × 1649 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2681 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted | Tilt and telescopic adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle | Yes |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic | Yes |
| Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents | Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials | Digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls | Adaptive cruise control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Driver and front passenger |
| Infotainment System | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | 10-inch Touch Pro Duo touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Smart remote central keyless locking fob | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) | Yes, all around |
| Push Start | No | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt | Premium Windsor leather |
| Sound System | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion | Meridian sound system with 11 speakers |
| Sunroof | Hard Top | Panoramic fixed glass roof |
| USB Ports | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports | Multiple USB-C ports |
| Voice Command | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection | Yes |
| DRLs | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators | LED daytime running lights |
| Fog Lamps | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights | Front LED fog lamps |
| Headlight | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch | LED headlights with signature DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | No | Power adjustable and heated |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Black roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps | LED tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | All-season radial |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | 7 airbags |
| Brake Assist | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey | Fuji White, Narvik Black, Firenze Red |




