Comparing the Mahindra XUV700 and the Mahindra Thar side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra XUV700 is available at ₹1,366,000, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XUV700 comes with a 1997 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 200 PS @ 5000 rpm and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV700 versus 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar. 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 automotive battery configuration layout | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 1997 cc | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | FWD / AWD (Diesel variants) | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) I4 | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-speed Manual / 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 15 kmpl | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 200 PS @ 5000 rpm | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Electronic keyless start-stop engine push-button | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 380 Nm @ 1750–3000 rpm | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 240 l | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,695 mm × 1,890 mm × 1,755 | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with tilt and telescopic manual adjust | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror assembly | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Smart speed-sensing automatic lock execution loop | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) paired with individual pillar-mounted rear air vents across rear rows | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | Triple-Screen Dashboard Layout on premium configurations, featuring twin 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) primary superscreens side-by-side alongside a dedicated co-passenger entertainment panel | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Automated cruise control system; luxury models feature active radar-guided Level 2 ADAS | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | 6-Way smart power driver seat with memory integration and automated welcome retract clearance logic | No |
| Infotainment System | Adrenox-powered dual touchscreen cluster interface housing integrated Amazon Alexa capability, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto connectivity | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Passive smart key proximity access | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | One-touch express power windows with anti-pinch sensors across doors | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated separate airflow adjust controls for 2nd and 3rd seating zones. | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Integrated fold-down armrest including secondary twin beverage cup holders | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium white or dark charcoal perforated leatherette wraps with cooling ventilation functionality | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Custom premium 12-Speaker Sony 3D Immersive Audio installation driven by a dedicated multi-channel sound amplifier | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | Expansive panoramic "Skyroof" | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Multiple fast portals including Type-A front slots and mid-row Type-C fast docks | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Comprehensive AI command interpretation array linked to vehicle operations | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone integrated bumpers detailed with flush-fitting smart electric door handles | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | Redesigned premium C-shaped signature LED Daytime Running Lights | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front LED cornering fog lights | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | High-intensity clear-view LED projector headlamps with an integrated Auto-High Beam Booster module | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically power-adjustable and auto-folding exterior mirrors housing sharp LED sequential side indicator blocks | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate layout window element | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | Integrated low-drag functional roof rails | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Arrow-Head geometric rear split-LED combination lighting layout | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/65 R17 or R18 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel/ Alloy | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Performance hydraulic braking support | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Automated downhill control | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dual dedicated rear row anchors | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | Advanced 540-Degree Surround View Camera Suite providing multi-angle ground and blind-view tracing | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Bumper-flush sound proximity sensors | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | High-accuracy live 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 | Everest WhiteMidnight BlackDesert MystNebula BlueStealth BlackRuby VelvetGalaxy Grey | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
