Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is available at ₹1,972,400, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) | 6-speed |
| Mileage | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | — |
| Torque | 139Nm @ 4300rpm | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 0.76 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | Self-charging (no plug-in required) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1675 - 1735 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 – 1280 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) | No |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | Tilt & Telescopic | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
