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Mahindra Thar vs Tata Safari

In 2024 when choosing between the Mahindra Thar and Tata Safari, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs. 11.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD, Tata Safari Price starts at Rs. 16.19 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Smart. Thar: 1497 cc engine, 8 to 15.2 kmpl mileage. Safari: 1956 cc engine, 14.5 to 16.3 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Thar vs Safari Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Thar Safari
BrandMahindraTata
Price₹ 11.25 Lakhs₹ 16.19 Lakhs
Mileage8 to 15.2 kmpl14.5 to 16.3 kmpl
Engine Capacity1497 cc1956 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders44

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Thar
Mahindra Thar
AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
₹11.25 Lakhs*
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Safari
Tata Safari
Smart
₹16.19 Lakhs*
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Specification
Engine Type
D117 CRDeKryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Engine
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
300 Nm @ 1750 rpm350 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
117 bhp @ 3500 rpm168 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Drivetrain
RWDFWD
Turbocharger/Supercharger
Turbocharged-
Emission Standard
BS 6BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
DieselDiesel
Rear Brake Type
DrumDisc
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
245 / 75 R16235 / 65 R17
Wheels
Steel RimsAlloy Wheels
Steering Type
Power assisted (Hydraulic)Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser BarIndependent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Rear Suspension
Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser BarSemi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
245 / 75 R16235 / 65 R17
Ground Clearance
226 mm-
Length
3985 mm4668 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm2741 mm
Height
1844 mm1795 mm
Width
1820 mm1922 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows3 Rows
Seating Capacity
4 Person7 Person
Doors
3 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres50 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt & Telescopic
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
Visual displayNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
Heater
Yes-
Cruise Control
NoNo
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
Yes-
12V Power Outlets
1-
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Tachometer
Analogue-
Instantaneous Consumption
No-
Gear Indicator
Yes-
Instrument Cluster
Analogue - Digital-
Average Fuel Consumption
Yes-
Clock
Digital-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes-
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Seat Adjustment
2 Way-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹13,33,552₹19,31,760
Ex-Showroom Price
₹11,25,001₹16,19,000
RTO
₹1,52,625₹2,18,375
Insurance
₹55,426₹93,885
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹28,663₹41,521
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Solid road presence and body stylingAuthentic 4X4 capabilitiesAutomatic transmission is a boon
Cons
Bumpy ride quality at speedsMinimal cargo area in the boot

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