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Mahindra Thar vs Tata Safari Comparison

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Mahindra Thar AX OPT RWD Manual 4 Seater Hard Top Diesel vs Tata Safari Smart – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol Mahindra Thar in New Delhi starts at ₹ 13.49 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 16.99 Lakh for the fully-loaded Petrol model. The base Diesel version of the Mahindra Thar costs ₹ 9.99 Lakh, whereas the Mahindra Thar Diesel top-end costs ₹ 17.6 Lakh. On the other hand, Tata Safari price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 16.19 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 27.34 Lakh for range topping Diesel model

SummaryMahindra Thar AX OPT RWD Manual 4 Seater Hard Top DieselTata Safari Smart
Price₹ 9.99 Lakh₹ 16.19 Lakh
ManufacturerMahindraTata
Body TypeSUV
Mileage13.00 KM/L16.14 KM/L
Power116 bhp168 bhp
Engine1497 CC1956 CC
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel

Mahindra Thar AX OPT RWD Manual 4 Seater Hard Top Diesel vs Tata Safari Smart – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Mahindra Thar base Petrol engine returns 15 KM/L, whereas the base diesel returns 13 KM/L. The Tata Safari base Diesel returns 16 KM/L

Mahindra Thar AX OPT RWD Manual 4 Seater Hard Top Diesel vs Tata Safari Smart – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Mahindra Thar gets 2 Petrol 112, 150 bhp engines and 3 Diesel 97, 116, 130 bhp engines, whereas the Tata Safari comes in 168 bhp Diesel engine

122 1634
140 1205
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EMI

@ 9% for 60 months

18,662/M
30,245/M

Available Colors

Pros & Cons

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Things We Like

  • Styling
  • Refined Engine
  • Proper Off-Roader
  • Solid Road Presence
  • Spacious And Comfortable Cabin
  • Well-Specced With A Host Of Features
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Things We Don't Like

  • Bumpy Ride Quality
  • Not Fuel Efficient
  • Premium Pricing
  • Heavy Weight Is Quite Noticeable In Traffic
  • Automatic Gearbox Could Be More Responsive
  • Infotainment System Feels Not The Most Reliable

Expert Rating

8.2
5.5
value for money
significance
styling
comfort
safety
environment
merit or usp
8.0 
8.0 
9.0 
7.5 
9.0 
7.5 
8.0 
5.0 
5.0 
7.0 
5.0 
5.0 
5.5 
5.0 

Engine

Engine Type
Displacement (CC)
No. of Cylinder
Power
Torque
D117 CRDe
2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel Engine
1,497 CC
1,956 सीसी
N/A
4
116 bhp@3500 rpm
168 बीएचपी@3750 आरपीएम
300 Nm@1750-2500 rpm
350 Nm@1750-2500 आरपीएम

Dimensions

Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Ground Clearance
Kerb Weight
Front Track
Rear Track
No. of Doors
Seating Capacity
Water Wading Depth
Rampover Angle
Departure Angle
Approach Angle
3,985 mm
4,668 मिलीमीटर
1,820 mm
1,922 मिलीमीटर
1,850 mm
1,795 मिलीमीटर
2,450 mm
2,741 मिलीमीटर
226 mm
N/A
N/A
1,825 किलोग्राम
1,520 mm
N/A
1,520 mm
N/A
5
5
4
7
650 mm
N/A
27 deg
N/A
36 deg
N/A
41.2 deg
N/A

Transmission

No. of gears
Rear Axle
Transfer Case
6
6
Banjo beam with 4.88:1 Final Drive
N/A
Manual Shift Part Time 4WD with High & Low Rduction Gear
N/A

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type
Tyre Type
Front Tyre Size
Rear Tyre Size
R16 Heritage Steel Wheels
Alloys
All Terrain Tyres
N/A
245/75 R16
235/65 R17
245/75 R16
235/65 R17

Braking System

Front Brake Type
Rear Brake Type
Front Brakes Size
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Drum
Disc
303 mm
N/A
282 mm
N/A

Suspension

Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Indepndent Double Wishbone Front Suspension With Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Independent,Lower Wishbone,McPherson Strut With Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Multilink Solid Rear Axle With Coil Spring & Stabilisr Bar
Semi Idependent Twist Blade With Panhard Road & Coil Spring

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage
Fuel tank Capacity
13.00 KM/L
16.14 किमी/लीटर
57.0
50.0

Steering

Power Steering
Steering Type
Adjustable Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Rack & Pinion Hydraulic Power Steering
Power Assisted (Hydraulic)
No
Yes

Performance

MID Display in Instrument Cluster
Coloured
N/A

Safety & Security

Airbags
Passenger Airbags
Side Airbags
ABS
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Brake Assist
Hill Assist
Electronic Stability Program
Tractional Control
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Child Safety Lock
Power Door Lock
Automatic Headlamps
Cornering Lights
Turn Indicators on ORVM
Rear Wiper
Rain Sensing Wipers
Headlight Washers
Headlamp Beam Adjuster
Manual Day-Night IRVM
Panic Braking Signal
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
Snow Chain Provision for Tyres
Vehicle Over-speed Warning
3-Point Seat Belts for Rear Passengers
Anti-Theft Alarm System
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts on Rear Seats
Roll Cage
Speed Sensing Front Door Locks
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner
Heater
Steering Adjustment
Steering Mounted Audio
Cruise Control
Power Outlets 12V
Rear Parking Sensor
Rear Parking Camera
Electrically Adjustable Rear View Mirror
Push Start Stop Button
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Lumbar Support
Front Armrest
Rear Armrest
Upholstery
Front Cup Holders
Keyless Entry
Climate Control
Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel
Dashboard Grab Handle for Front Passenger
Bottle Holder in Front Doors
Lockable Glovebox
Illuminated Key Ring
Tool Kit Organiser
Bonnet Latches
One-Touch Lane Change Indicator
Utility hook in backrest of co-driver seat
Reclining Mechanism, Adjustable Headrests, 50:50 Split in Rear Seat
Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat
Tyretronics (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
Voice Commands & SMS Read-Out
Tyre Direction Monitoring System
Panoramic Sunroof
Wireless Charger
Air Purifier
Ventilated Seats
-
Auto
No
No
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Vinyl
Leather
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
-
No
-
No
-
No
-
No

Lights

Light Type
Front Fog Lamps
Rear Fog Lamps
Centre Roof Lamp
LED Tail Lamps
Halogen
LED Projector Head Lamp
No
No
No
No
Yes
-
Yes
-

Instrumentation & Communication

Distance to Empty
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator
Seat Belt Warning
Low Fuel Warning
Door Ajar Warning
GPS Navigation
Brake Locking Differential
Mechanical Locking Differential
HVAC with Eco Mode
Electric Driveline Disconnect on Front Axle
Removable Doors for Off-Road Use
Tow Hitch Protection
Washable Floor with Drain Plugs
Welded Tow Hooks in Front & Rear
Dual Tone Bumpers
Adventure Connect: Calendar Integration
BlueSense App Connectivity
Electrically Operated HVAC Controls
Follow-Me-Home & Lead-Me-To-Thar Lamps
iRA Connected Car Technology
Android Auto/Apple Car Play over Wifi
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
Yes
-
-
No
-
No

Entertainment

CD/DVD Player
Internal Memory
Radio
USB Support
Bluetooth Support
Wheel Arch Cladding
Adventure Statistics
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
-
Yes
-

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