Comparing the Mahindra Thar and the Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 is priced at ₹10,000,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Thar comes with a 1997 cm3 unit compared to the Volvo XC90's 1969 cc, producing 112kW @ 5000 r/min and 184 kW / 250 hp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar versus 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) for the Volvo XC90. 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 | 48V Li-ion |
| Displacement | 1997 cm3 | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD/ 4WD | AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction |
| Engine Type | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) | 2.0L 4-Cylinder Petrol Mild Hybrid (B5) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 71 liters |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 6‑speed (MT/AT) | 8-speed Geartronic automatic |
| Mileage | 15.2 kmpl | 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 112kW @ 5000 r/min | 184 kW / 250 hp |
| Starter | keyless engine ignition system | — |
| Torque | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min | 360 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 257 l | 709 liters |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 226 mm | 223 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1650 kg | 2080 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm | 4953 mm x 1931 mm x 1771 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2984 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 | Two-zone or Four-zone climate system with air purifier and remote cabin pre-cleaning via Volvo Cars app |
| Cluster | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials | 12.3-inch digital driver display with Calm and Navi modes |
| Cruise Control | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls | Yes - With adaptive assistance |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | — |
| Infotainment System | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | 11.2-inch centre display with intuitive user interface, Google built-in, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 | Premium sound system with enhanced acoustic insulation |
| Sunroof | Hard Top | Optional - Panoramic sunroof available |
| USB Ports | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports | Four USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear) |
| Voice Command | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module | Yes - Google Assistant with "Hey Google" voice activation |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes - Up to 15 watts wireless phone charger |
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 | LED with Head-up display |
| 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 | Yes - With collision avoidance assistance |
| Airbags | Dual front airbags | Multiple airbags with advanced safety systems |
| Brake Assist | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - With lane keeping aid and steering support |
| 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 | Yes - All three rear seats with ISOFIX anchorages in outer positions, integrated booster cushion |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° parking view with split screen |
| 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 | — |
