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Honda Elevate vs Mahindra Thar Comparison

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Elevate vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsElevateThar
Price11.6 L10.32 L
Power1498 CC2184 CC
ClassSUVSUV
Mileage15 - 17 KM/L10 - 15 KM/L
Elevate
Honda Elevate
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.6 L
Thar
Mahindra Thar
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹10.32 L
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SV
Honda Elevate
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11.6 L
AXT MT
Mahindra Thar
AXT MT
10.32 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.4
8.2
Value For Money8.008.00
Significance8.008.00
Styling8.009.00
Comfort8.507.50
Safety8.209.00
Merit Or Usp9.008.00

Specifications

Engine Type1.5-litre PetrolD117 CRDe
Displacement (CC)1498 CC1497 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power120 bhp @ 6600 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Torque145 Nm @ 4300 rpm300 Nm@ 1750-2500 rpm
Top SpeedN/A155
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.513.2
No. of Gears66
Drive TrainFWDRWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6-2.0
Length4312 mm3985 mm
Width1790 mm1820 mm
Height1650 mm1850 mm
Wheelbase2650 mm2450 mm
Ground Clearance220 mm226 mm
Kerb Weight1206 KG1775 KG
Boot Space458 L235 L
No. of Doors53
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity54
Fuel tank Capacity40.057.0
Mileage ARAI15.31 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway17.00 KM/L18.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringDouble Wishbone Independent Suspension
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam With Coil SpringMulti-link / Rigid Axle
Front Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDrumDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power AssistedPower Steering
Steering Adjustability1Tilt Adjustable
Wheel TypeSteel WheelsSteel Wheel
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless Radial Tyres
Front Tyre Size215/55 R17245/70 R16
Rear Tyre Size215/60 R16245/70 R16
Spare Wheel TypeN/AFull-size Spare
Spare Wheel SizeN/A16

Features

Air ConditionerAutoAutomatic
Front ACNA Yes
Rear ACNA No
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power WindowsNA No
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA Yes
Hands-Free TailgateNA No
Cooled GloveboxNA No
Electric TailgateNA No
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA No
Follow-me-home headlamps No Yes
Steering-Mounted Controls No Yes
Rear Grab Handles No Yes
Rear Seat With 60:40 split No Yes
Driver Seat Lumbar Support No Yes
12V Power Socket No Yes
Electrically Operated ORVMs No Yes
Front Fog Lamps No Yes
Tyre Direction Monitoring System No Yes
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock No Yes
Child Safety Lock No Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAHeight Adjustable
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNATip & Slide Mechanism
Seat UpholsteryNAVinyl
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA50:50 Split
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNA Yes
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA No
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA2
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA No
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA No
Lane AssistNA No
Forward Collision WarningNA No
Auto Emergency BrakingNA No
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA No
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNARear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNA No
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA No
Snow Chain Provision for Tyres No Yes
Light TypeLEDHalogen
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED Fender-Mounted
Fog LampsNA No
Ambient LightingNA No
Automatic High Beam AssistNA No
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cabin LampsNA Yes
LED Taillamps No Yes
High-Mounted Stop Lamp No Yes
Halogen Headlamps With Signature DRLs No Yes
SunroofNA No
Roof RailsNA No
Shark Fin AntennaNA No
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA No
Chrome AccentsNA No
ORVM AdjustmentsNAManual
Rear SpoilerNA No
Skid PlatesNA Yes
Side StepsNA Yes
Instrument ClusterNAMonochrome MID
Trip MeterNA Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNA Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNA Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA No
Audio SystemNA Yes
Speakers4 No
TweetersNA No
SubwooferNA No
Voice CommandsNA No
Smartphone ConnectivityNA No
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA No
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA No
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA No
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA No
GeofencingNA No
Digital KeyNA No
AI Voice AssistanceNA No
Auto Park AssistNA No
Autonomous Driving LevelNA No
SOS ButtonNA No
Type Battery WarrantyNA No
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 Years / 1,00,000 km

Pros Cons of Honda Elevate

Pros

  • The ride quality is extremely comfortable
  • The cabin is big and spacious enough
  • The gear shifts are smooth and precise
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC engine is highly refined and reliable

Cons

  • The engine does not have low-end punch
  • There are no ventilated seats
  • There is no power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Only a petrol engine is available

Verdict

The Honda Elevate is an honest, highly capable mid-size SUV that buyers will find comfortable and safe to engage with. It's got that widely loved macho aesthetic, and it's built to serve, giving you the luxury of traversing through broken Indian roads while staying composed and maintenance-free for as long as possible.

However, we admit it has some faults. The engine chokes up when you push it too hard, and some other features should have been here to stay ahead of the competition. But look past those shortcomings, and you still get to experience Honda's legendary reliability at its finest. Overall, this is one comfortable crossover for most buyers.

Seshan summarises,

“The Honda Elevate is a solid, honest attempt at a midsize SUV. It’s comfortable, safe, and looks the part.”

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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