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Honda City vs Mahindra 2025 Thar Comparison

Compare Honda City vs Mahindra 2025 Thar to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Honda City vs Mahindra 2025 Thar compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

City vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsCityThar
Price11.95 L10 L
Power1498 CC2184 CC
ClassSedanSUV
Mileage18 KM/L10 - 15 KM/L
City
Honda City
*Ex-Showroom Price
11.95 L
Thar
Mahindra Thar
*Ex-Showroom Price
10 L
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SV MT Petrol
Honda City
SV MT Petrol
11.95 L
AXT MT
Mahindra Thar
AXT MT
10 L

Overview

Overall Rating
7.5
7.5
Value For Money8.008.00
Significance8.008.00
Styling8.259.00
Comfort7.507.50
Safety8.509.00
Merit Or Usp8.758.00

Specifications

Engine Type1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC EngineD117 CRDe
Displacement (CC)1498 CC1497 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power119 bhp @ 6600 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Torque145 Nm @ 4300 rpm300 Nm@ 1750-2500 rpm
Top Speed190155
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.213.2
No. of gears66
Drive TrainFWDRWD
Turbocharger No Yes
Emissions StandardBS6BS6-2.0

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control PanelAutomatic
Front AC Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button No Yes
Remote Engine Start No Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests YesNA
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Tyre Direction Monitoring System No Yes

Pros Cons of Honda City

Pros

  • The cabin offers ample space
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC petrol engine is refined
  • Ride quality is exceptionally comfortable
  • Standard six airbags and Level 2 ADAS features
     

Cons

  • The feature list lacks some premium additions
  • Rear seat headroom is tight for taller passengers
  • There is no diesel or turbo-petrol engine option
  • The manual transmission can feel jerky at lower speeds

Verdict

The Honda City continues to hold its ground in India's sedan segment well. Owners have often mentioned how it rarely sacrifices everyday practicality, passenger comfort, and long-term reliability, regardless of the generation launched. From our side, we firmly consider this vehicle a reliable car that is intended to provide a relaxed driving experience. Furthermore, the eHEV variant has brought a new age of exceptional fuel economy to the sedan. If you intend to own a dependable, spacious, and family-oriented vehicle, the Honda City remains a highly sensible investment.

Girish’s review summarises this about the sedan,

“The facelift and the enhanced feature list justify the car’s price tag even more. The City has always been like that: a no-nonsense car that gets the job done with very little drama. It still is the same. One can argue whether that is better or not in the current world of make-believe, but there is little doubt it fits into the various Indian scenarios with ease, even more effortlessly now.”

Pros Cons of Mahindra Thar

Pros

  • Off-road capability with proper 4WD hardware and a low-range transfer case
  • Wide choice of engines, gearboxes and drivetrains
  • Distinctive design with strong road presence
  • Improved cabin features and usability in the latest update
  • Proven brand value and high resale demand 

Cons

  • Firm ride quality in city driving conditions
  • Limited space in the rear seats, which are hard to access
  • Boot space is limited with the rear seats in place
  • Petrol variants have high fuel consumption
  • Not suitable as a primary family vehicle

Verdict

Based on road tests, off-road evaluation and inputs by Seshan Vijayraghavan, Bilal Firfiray and comparative testing led by Shams Raza Naqvi, the Mahindra Thar is still a lifestyle SUV that has character and capability over convenience. Our experience confirms that the Thar is best used for adventure driving, rough road exploring and by buyers who value mechanical authenticity and road presence.
It is not suited to buyers looking for ride comfort, rear seat practicality, or ease in the city as a primary family vehicle. However, its best feature is providing true off-road hardware, good low-end torque and a design that is true to its purpose. If you choose the right variant of the Thar and have realistic expectations, it does what it promises and nothing more.

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