Mahindra
Mahindra Thar
AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual
₹10,32,000
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Mahindra Thar vs Tata Harrier
AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual vs Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same body type (SUV)
Same powertrain (ICE)
23% price gap between these trims
Mahindra Thar AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Mahindra Thar
AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual
|
Tata Harrier
Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10,32,000 | ₹12,99,990 |
| Variant | AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual | Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual |
| Brand | Mahindra | Tata |
| Model | Thar OG | Harrier |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Engine / battery | 1497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Primary specs | 1497 cc · Manual · Diesel | 1498 cc · Manual · Petrol |
| Price difference Gap ₹2,67,990 · 23% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Mahindra Thar AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual | Tata Harrier Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Engine Type | D117 CRDe | Hyperion 1.5L Turbo GDI Petrol Engine |
| Engine | 1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 117 bhp @ 3500 rpm | 168 bhp @ 5000 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm | 280 Nm @ 1750-3500 rpm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 14.3 seconds (claimed) | — |
| Fuel Change Over Switch | No | — |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| Vehicle to load technology (V2L) | No | — |
| Charging Indicator On Light Bar | No | — |
| Portable EV Charging Cable | No | — |
| Vehicle to Vehicle charging (V2V) | — | No |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual - 6 Gears | Manual - 6 Gears |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Terrain Modes | No | No |
| Chassis Type | Ladder Frame | — |
| Limited Slip Differential | No | — |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | No | No |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar | Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti-Roll Bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar | Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring |
| Advanced Suspension Features | No | No |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 3985 mm * 1820 mm * 1850 mm | 4605 mm * 1922 mm * 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 3 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Steel Rims | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 245 / 75 R16 | 235 / 65 R17 |
| Rear Tyres | 245 / 75 R16 | 235 / 65 R17 |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Steel | No |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Off-road Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Off Road essentials | ||
| Approach Angle | 41.2 Degree | — |
| Departure Angle | 36 Degree | — |
| Rampover Angle | 26.2 Degree | — |
| Snorkel | No | — |
| Driveline Disconnect | Yes | — |
| Washable Floor with Drain Plugs | Yes | — |
| Welded Tow Hooks | Front & Rear | — |
| Tow Hitch Protection | Yes | — |
| Roll Cage | Yes | — |
| Brake Locking Differential | No | — |
| Water Wading Depth (mm) | 650 mm | — |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Disc (Front), Drum (Rear) | Disc (Front), Drum (Rear) |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Black | Chrome |
| Exterior Door | Black Door Handles Finish, Flap Handles Type | Black Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type |
| Fuel Fillers Lid | Manual | Capless |
| Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM) | Manual Dimming | Manual Dimming |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | with 1 hook | 445 L (measured up to the roof) – 815 L (rear seats folded) |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Type-A Wired Connectivity | Type A & Type C Wired Connectivity |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Speedometer | Digital & Analog | Digital |
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty & Low Fuel Level Warning | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Lighting & Visibilty | ||
| Illuminated Logo | — | Steering Wheel |
| Reflectors | — | Rear Bumper |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Skid Plate | — | Front & Rear |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | 117 bhp | 168 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Displacement | 1497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Transmission | Manual - 6 Gears | Manual - 6 Gears |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 3985 x 1820 x 1850 mm | 4605 x 1922 x 1718 mm |
| Height | 1850 mm | 1718 mm |
| Length | 3985 mm | 4605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
| Width | 1820 mm | 1922 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 232 mm | 205 mm |
| Boot Space | — | 445 L |
| Warranty | ||
| Vehicle Warranty | — | 3 Years / 100000 Kms |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Mahindra Thar AXT 2WD Diesel 1.5L Turbo Manual | Tata Harrier Smart Petrol 1.5L Turbo Manual |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger) | 6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side) |
| Seatbelts | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | Yes | Not available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| ISOFIX | Not available | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Not available | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Not available | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not available | Not available |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Not available | Yes |
| TPMS | Not available | Not available |
| Multi-Collision Brake | Not available | Not available |
| Tire Repair Kit | Not available | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Door Open Warning | - | Yes |
| Emergency Call | - | Not available |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights | Not available | Not available |
| Fog Lights | Not available | Not available |
| Automatic Headlights | Not available | Not available |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Wiper | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not available | Yes |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not available |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Not available | Not available |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Not available | Yes |
| Auto High Beam | - | Not available |
| Heated Side Mirrors | - | Not available |
| Roof Rails | - | Not available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | - | Not available |
| Puddle Lights | - | Not available |
| Body Kit | - | Not available |
| Rub Strips | - | Not available |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Not available | Not available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not available | Not available |
| Speakers | Not available | Not available |
| Bluetooth | Not available | Not available |
| Navigation | Not available | Not available |
| Voice Control | Not available | Not available |
| AM/FM Radio | Not available | Not available |
| Connected Services | Not available | Not available |
| Dashcam | Not available | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Not available | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | - | Not available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not available |
| Heads-Up Display | - | Not available |
| Amazon Alexa | - | Not available |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | - | Not available |
| Gesture Control | - | Not available |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Not available | Not available |
| Push Button Start | Not available | Not available |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Armrest | Not available | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Not available | Not available |
| Auto Parking Assist | Not available | Not available |
| Ambient Lighting | Not available | Not available |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Yes |
| Power Rear Sunshade | Not available | Not available |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Not available | Yes |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Door Pockets | Not available | - |
| Central Locking | - | Not available |
| Ventilated Seats | - | Not available |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | - | Not available |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Not available |
| Sunglass Holder | - | Not available |
| Umbrella Storage | - | Not available |
| Massage Seats | - | Not available |
| Cabin Air Purifier | - | Not available |
| Vanity Mirrors | - | Not available |
| Rear Headrests | - | Not available |
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