Honda Elevate vs Mahindra Thar [Old Generation]

In 2026 when choosing between the Honda Elevate and Mahindra Thar [Old Generation], assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Honda Elevate Price starts at Rs. 11.8 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for SV Petrol 1.5L Manual, Mahindra Thar [Old Generation] Price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakhs (last recorded price) for AXT Diesel MT RWD. Elevate: 1498 cc engine, 15.31 to 16.61 kmpl mileage. Thar [Old Generation]: 1497 cc engine, 8 to 9 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Elevate vs Thar [Old Generation] Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Elevate Thar [old generation]
BrandHondaMahindra
Price₹ 11.8 Lakhs₹ 9.99 Lakhs
Mileage15.31 to 16.61 kmpl8 to 9 kmpl
Engine Capacity1498 cc1497 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders44

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Elevate
SV Petrol 1.5L Manual
₹11.80 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Thar [Old Generation]
₹9.99 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Specification
Engine Type
Water Cooled i-VTECD117 CRDe
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
145 Nm @ 4300 rpm300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
15.31 kmpl9 kmpl
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
119 bhp @ 6600 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDRWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution
Fuel Type
PetrolDiesel
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 metres-
Front Tyres
215 / 60 R16245 / 75 R16
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
YesPower assisted (Hydraulic) steering with 4 spokes
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil SpringIndependent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam with Coil SpringMultilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Tyres
215 / 60 R16245 / 75 R16
No of Seating Rows
22 Rows
Bootspace
458 L600 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person4 Person
Doors
5 Doors3 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 litres45 litres
Length
4312 mm3985 mm
Ground Clearance
220 mm-
Wheelbase
2650 mm2450 mm
Height
1790 mm1844 mm
Width
1650 mm1820 mm
Features
Remote Engine Start/Stop
No-
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Keyless Start/ Button Start
YesNo
Parking Assist
Reverse Camera with GuidanceNo
Air Purifier
No-
Heater
YesYes
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
Trip Meter
YesElectronic 2 Trips
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Shift Indicator
YesNo
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Average Speed
YesNo
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Clock
DigitalDigital
Speed Sensing Door Lock
YesNo
Central Locking
YesRemote
Body Kit
Unibody/Monocoque FrameCladding - Body Coloured
Sunroof / Moonroof
NoNo
Rear Defogger
NoYes
Boot-lid Opener
YesInternal
Rear Wiper
NoNo
Headlights
LEDHalogen
Tail Lights
LEDLED
Fog Lights
NoNo
Follow me home headlamps
YesNo
Ambient Interior Lighting
No-
Steering mounted controls
YesNo
Wireless Charger
No-
Remote Car Light Flashing & Honking Via app
No-
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver; Front Passenger; 2 Curtain; Driver Side; Front Passenger Side)2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
High-beam Assist
No-
Middle rear three-point seatbelt
No-
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
No-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
YesYes
Hill Hold Control
YesYes
Brake Assist (BA)
YesYes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
YesYes
Driver Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable; Seat: Forward / Back (Manual); Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back (Manual); Headrest: Up / Down (Manual)8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Seat Upholstery
YesVinyl
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹13,67,950₹11,49,701
Ex-Showroom Price
₹11,80,000₹9,99,000
RTO
₹1,30,000₹99,412
Insurance
₹57,450₹50,789
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹29,402₹24,711
Expert Rating
-
Pros and Cons

Pros

Spacious cabin with comfortable rear seatsSmooth engine and responsive CVT gearboxWell-sorted chassis and direct steering

Cons

Dated touchscreen user interfaceNo hybrid powertrain
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