Comparing the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso 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 S-Presso is available at ₹349,900, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 49 kW @5500 rpm and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT – ~24.76 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso 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 Maintenance-Free Battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres (Petrol) | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT | 6-speed |
| Mileage | Petrol MT – ~24.76 km/l | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 49 kW @5500 rpm | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric Start | — |
| Torque | 89 Nm (Petrol) / 82 Nm (CNG) | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | 5 MT/AGS | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | VXi+ (O) MT N/A | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 240 l | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | Petrol: 795–835 kg, CNG: 834 - 854 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,565 mm / 1,520 mm / 1,565 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Yes (Tilt) | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen (higher variants) | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes( VXi and VXi+(O) | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front Power Windows | Yes |
| Push Start | — | No |
| Rear AC Vents | — | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | 2-Speaker Audio System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | — | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes (Design Element) | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Halogen Combination Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | Steel | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedSolid Sizzle OrangePearl Starry BlueMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Silky SilverSolid WhiteBluish Black | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
