Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm 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 Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. 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 | 12V |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| 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 | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 139Nm @ 4300rpm | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| 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 | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1675 - 1735 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 – 1280 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Automatic |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) | No |
| Infotainment System | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Tilt & Telescopic | JBL |
| Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple |
| 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 | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| 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 | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
