Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Mahindra 2025 Thar Comparison

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is a calculated and mature step from Maruti Suzuki into the compact SUV segment. Based on road tests by our experts, the strengths of the Grand Vitara are obvious. It is engineered based on the following concepts: efficiency, comfort and usability over time.
The mild hybrid is asensible and practical option and the AWD gives it a further boost to attract buyers who stay in hilly or rough road regions. Moreover, the strong-hybrid delivers almost 28kmpl claimed efficiency and a considerably more refined experience. It is not the sportiest SUV in its class. It lacks diesel power and advanced driver assistance systems. But for buyers who are looking for fuel economy, comfort and brand reliability, the Grand Vitara is one of the most rational and future-ready compact SUVs in India today.

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.