Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Celerio and the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio is available at ₹469,899, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 26 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Celerio versus 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) for the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4. 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 | 12 V standard automotive battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | Next Gen K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32l, CNG: 60l | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT | 6-speed |
| Mileage | 26 kmpl | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric starter system | — |
| Torque | 91.1Nm @ 3400rpm | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | 5MT/ Auto Gear Shift | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 313 l | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1260 – 1320 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 810 – 915 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3695 mm × ~1655 mm × ~1555 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable steering | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Stereoscopic Instrument Cluster | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Available on select trims | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes on Higher trims | No |
| Rear AC Vents | — | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats with adjustable headrests | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | Integrated audio with Bluetooth, USB, AUX connectivity | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported via SmartPlay system | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen reflector headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes, ORVM mounted indicators on select variants | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on selected items | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Droplet Styled | LED |
| Tyre Size | ZXi+ -175/60 R 15, LXi,VXi,ZXi - 165/70 R 14 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | Alloy wheels on higher trims, steel wheels on base trims | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Standard ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Standard EBD | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Standard ESP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Available (especially with AMT) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Available on higher trims | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedPearl Arctic WhiteMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Glistening GreyMetallic Silky SilverPearl Caffeine BrownPearl Bluish Black | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
