Comparing the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography is available at a price on request, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the Range Rover Velar Autobiography comes with a 2997 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 395 bhp and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10-12 km/l for the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Mild Hybrid Battery | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 2997 cc | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Petrol (MHEV) | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol Mild Hybrid | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-speed Automatic | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 10-12 km/l | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 395 bhp | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Push Start | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 673 litres | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,030 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Power Adjustable with Memory | 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 | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | 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 | Premium Windsor Leather | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Meridian Signature Sound System | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Multiple USB Ports | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | 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 Daytime Running Lights | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Front and Rear Fog Lamps | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | No | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Performance Tyres | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Multiple | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | 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 | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | 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 | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
