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Mahindra Thar [Old Generation] vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

In 2026 when choosing between the Mahindra Thar [Old Generation] and Maruti Suzuki Baleno, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Mahindra Thar [Old Generation] Price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakhs (last recorded price) for AXT Diesel MT RWD, Maruti Suzuki Baleno Price starts at Rs. 5.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Sigma Petrol Manual. Thar [Old Generation]: 1497 cc engine, 8 to 9 kmpl mileage. Baleno: 1197 cc engine, 22.35 to 23.8 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Thar [Old Generation] vs Baleno Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Thar [old generation] Baleno
BrandMahindraMaruti Suzuki
Price₹ 9.99 Lakhs₹ 5.99 Lakhs
Mileage8 to 9 kmpl22.35 to 23.8 kmpl
Engine Capacity1497 cc1197 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual
Cylinders43

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Thar [Old Generation]
Mahindra Thar [Old Generation]
AXT Diesel MT RWD
₹9.99 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Sigma Petrol Manual
₹5.99 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
D117 CRDeZ12E engine
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
9 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
117 bhp @ 3500 rpm82 bhp @ 5700 rpm
Drivetrain
RWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2-
Engine
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution1197 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline
Fuel Type
DieselPetrol
Rear Brake Type
Drum-
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel (185/65R15)
Front Tyres
245 / 75 R16185 / 65 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Hydraulic) steering with 4 spokesYes
Front Brake Type
Disc-
Rear Suspension
Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser BarTorsion Beam Type & Coil Spring
Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser BarMac Pherson Strut & Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
245 / 75 R16185 / 65 R15
Bootspace
600 litres-
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2
Seating Capacity
4 Person5 Person
Doors
3 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres37 litres
Length
3985 mm3990 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm2520 mm
Height
1844 mm1745 mm
Width
1820 mm1530 mm
Features
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Steering Adjustment
TiltYes
Cruise Control
No-
Heater
Yes-
Parking Sensors
RearYes
Parking Assist
No-
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
ManualManual; Single Zone Front-row AC zone; Common Fan Speed Control Front AC fan speed control; Blower Rear AC zone
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal Only-
12V Power Outlets
1-
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
Yes-
Front AC
Single Zone with Fan speed control-
Rear AC
Vents Behind Front Armrest)Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Shift Indicator
NoYes
Clock
Digital-
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes-
Tachometer
Analogue-
Instantaneous Consumption
No-
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
Digital-
Average Speed
No-
Average Fuel Consumption
Yes-
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Engine immobilizer
YesYes
Child Safety Lock
NoYes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
No-
Central Locking
RemoteYes
Panaromic Sunroof
No-
Chrome Finish Exhaust pipe
No-
Roof Mounted Antenna
No-
Body-Coloured Bumpers
NoYes
Body Kit
Cladding - Body Coloured-
Sunroof / Moonroof
No-
Adjustable ORVM
Internally Adjustable-
Power Windows
Front OnlyFront & Rear
One Touch -Down
NoYes
Exterior Door Handles
Black-
Interior Door Handles
Black-
Door Pockets
No-
Scuff Plates
No-
Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)
Black-
Rear Defogger
YesYes
Boot-lid Opener
Internal-
One Touch - Up
NoYes
Rear Wiper
NoNo
Driver Armrest Storage
No-
Cup Holders
Front Only-
Cornering Headlights
No-
Headlights
HalogenLED
Headlight Height Adjuster
Yes-
Tail Lights
LEDLED
Daytime Running Lights
Not Sure-
Cabin Lamps
No-
Fog Lights
NoNo
Follow me home headlamps
NoNo
Rear Reading Lamp
No-
Automatic Head Lamps
NoNo
Warranty (Years)
33 Years / 100000 Kms
Battery Warranty (Kilometres)
Not Applicable-
Warranty (Kilometres)
Unlimited-
Battery Warranty (Years)
Not Applicable-
Steering mounted controls
NoNo
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)-
iPod Compatibility
No-
Speakers
No-
Bluetooth Compatibility
No-
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
No-
AM/FM Radio
No-
Head Unit Size
Not Available-
Touch Screen Size
No-
USB Compatibility
No-
GPS Navigation System
No-
Voice Command
No-
Aux Compatibility
No-
Display
No-
Check Vehicle Status Via App
NoNo
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Yes-
Airbags
2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
NoNo
Child Seat Anchor Points
NoYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
NCAP Rating
4 Star (Global NCAP)-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
NoYes
Differential Lock
Electronic-
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Yes-
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
YesYes
Hill Hold Control
YesYes
Hill Descent Control
Yes-
Four-Wheel-Drive
No-
Brake Assist (BA)
YesYes
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
No-
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
YesYes
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)-
Seat Upholstery
VinylYes
Interiors
Single Tone-
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
No-
Split Rear Seat
50:50 split-
Driver Seat Adjustment
8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)-
Interior Colours
Black-
Rear Passenger Seats Type
Bench-
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
No-
Folding Rear Seat
Flat-
Head-rests
Front & RearYes
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)-
Front Seatback Pockets
No-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹11,49,701₹6,68,420
Ex-Showroom Price
₹9,99,000₹5,98,900
RTO
₹99,412₹32,956
Insurance
₹50,789₹36,064
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹24,711₹14,366
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons

Pros

Excellent ride qualitySpacious and practical cabinVentilated front seats

Cons

Below-average 360 camera qualityAMT feels slowCabin insulation could improve

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