Comparing the Mahindra Thar and the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE 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 Velar Dynamic SE Diesel is priced at ₹9,430,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar comes with a 1997 cm3 unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Diesel's 1,999 cc, producing 112kW @ 5000 r/min and 201 bhp @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar versus 15.2 kmpl for the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE 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 with Mild Hybrid system |
| Displacement | 1997 cm3 | 1,999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD/ 4WD | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) | 2.0L Inline 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6‑speed (MT/AT) | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 15.2 kmpl | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 112kW @ 5000 r/min | 201 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | keyless engine ignition system | Push Start |
| Torque | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min | 430 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 257 l | 558 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 251 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1650 kg | 1,857 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm | 4,797 mm × 2,032 mm × 1,665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,874 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted | Power-adjustable with memory |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle | — |
| 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 | Four-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 | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes |
| Infotainment System | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | Pivi Pro touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
| 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 |
| 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 | leather |
| Sound System | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion | Meridian Sound System or 3D Surround Sound |
| Sunroof | Hard Top | — |
| USB Ports | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports | Multiple |
| 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 | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights | Front and Rear fog lights |
| Headlight | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch | LED headlights with DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | No | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 255/65 R18 | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Alloys |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | 20-inch alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| 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 (Front & rear) |
| 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, Santorini Black, Carpathian Grey |
