Comparing the Renault Kwid 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 Renault Kwid is available at ₹466,000, while the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4 is priced at ₹1,150,000. On the engine front, the Renault Kwid comes with a 799 cc / 999 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar – Classic 4×4's 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel), producing 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) and 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid 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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| Displacement | 799 cc / 999 cc | 1997 cc (Petrol), 2184 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4x4 |
| Engine Type | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe | 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol, 2.2L mHawk Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT | 6-speed |
| Mileage | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI | 15 kmpl (Petrol), 16 kmpl (Diesel) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) | 150 bhp (Petrol), 130 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | — |
| Torque | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) | 300 Nm (Petrol MT), 320 Nm (Petrol AT), 300 Nm (Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 279 Litres | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 184 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 710 kg | 1777 – 1783 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm | 3985 mm x 1820 mm x 1920 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Manual AC |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | No |
| Rear AC Vents | — | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric, Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | — | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (top) | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | All-terrain |
| Wheel Type | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | Dual front |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue | Red Rage, Napoli Black, Aquamarine |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
