Comparing the Tata Altroz 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 Tata Altroz is available at ₹629,989, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 88 PS @ 6000 rpm and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.33 kmpl for the Tata Altroz 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free Unit | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual/AMT, 6-Speed DCA | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 19.33 kmpl | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 88 PS @ 6000 rpm | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Electric | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 L | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,461 kg | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,036 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Smart Digital Steering Wheel with Tilt adjustment | 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 | Remote keyless entry with perimeter anti-theft alert systems | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | ClimaTouch Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) with specialized 'Xpress Cool' rapid venting | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | 10.16 cm digital read-out up to a premium 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT digital instrument cluster | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | UltraView 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) HD Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Smart proximity entry with Passive Entry | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear power windows with one-shot auto up/down on the driver side | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | Passive Start (PEPS) push button | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated console-mounted rear vents included | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium tailored fabric or dual-tone perforated leatherette theme | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | 8-Speaker Premium Audio Array | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection available on 'S' designated variants | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Front dual ports (including 65W fast-charging Type-C outputs) along with dedicated rear charging outlets | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Advanced Voice Assist interpretation supporting direct vehicle controls for climate, audio, and sunroof functionality | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Built-in wireless smartphone charging pad with status display indicators | 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 | Integrated high-intensity LED Daytime Running Lights | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | LED Front Fog Lamps with built-in cornering light illumination functions | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | Luminate LED Projector Headlamps with automatic auto-on functionality | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding Piano Black side mirrors with integrated LED blinkers | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Equipped with a rear wiper, washer jet, and defogger lines | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity Connected LED Tail Lamps with end-to-end light signatures | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/60 R16 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless Tyres | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | 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 | 360-Degree HD Surround View Camera System | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Proximity warning radar standard | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Real-time individual Tyre Pressure Monitoring System active display | 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 | Pristine WhitePure GreyRoyal BlueEmber GlowDune Glow | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
