Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available at ₹6,199,000, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Push Button Start | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | No |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | 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 | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
