Mahindra Thar vs Mahindra XUV 7XO - Which One Should You Buy

Mahindra Thar vs Mahindra XUV 7XO Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Mahindra Thar and Mahindra XUV 7XO Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Mahindra Thar comes in 7 variants. Engine options include Diesel and Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹10.32 Lakh. The cheapest variant, AXT RWD Diesel, costs ₹10.32 Lakh, while the top-end variant, LXT 4WD Diesel AT, is priced at ₹17.80 Lakh. The Mahindra XUV 7XO comes in 27 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹13.99 Lakh. The cheapest variant, AX, costs ₹13.99 Lakh, while the top-end variant, AX7L Diesel AWD AT, is priced at ₹25.79 Lakh.

Specification	Mahindra Thar	Mahindra XUV 7XO
Price	₹10.32 Lakh	₹13.99 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel	1997 cc mStallion TGDi Petrol
Transmission	6-Speed	6-Speed

Price

₹10.32 Lakh

₹13.99 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel

1997 cc mStallion TGDi Petrol

Transmission

6-Speed

Mahindra Thar

₹ 10.32 Lakh

AXT RWD Diesel

Mahindra XUV 7XO

₹ 13.99 Lakh

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

116.93bhp@3500rpm

200bhp@5000rpm

Max Torque

300Nm@1750-2500rpm

380Nm@1750-3000rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

1997 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

RWD

FWD

Fuel Specifications

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

Diesel Highway Mileage

11 kmpl

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

60 Litres

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance

226 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

226 mm

Height

1850 mm

1755 mm

Length

3985 mm

4695 mm

Wheelbase

2450 mm

2750 mm

Interior Specifications

Seating Capacity

6, 7

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Rear Track

1520 mm

Tyre Size

245/75 R16

235/65 R17

Tyre Type

Tubeless All-Terrain

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Approach Angle

41.2

Break Over Angle

26.2

Departure Angle

Front Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Safety Features

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Automatic Emergency Braking

Not Available

Blind Spot Monitor

Not Available

Brake Assist

Interior Features

Digital Cluster

Sami (Monochrome)

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Not Available

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Active Noise Cancellation

Not Available

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height only

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 inch Inch

12.29 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Electronic

Fog Lights

Not Available

Led Drls

Led Fog Lamps

Not Available

Led Headlamps

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Mahindra Thar - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,25,600

Interest: 9.5%

₹78,432

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,06,400

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹17,339/month

Mahindra XUV 7XO - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹11,19,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹1,06,324

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,79,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹23,505/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Mahindra Thar

India's only mass-market SUV combining body-on-frame construction, low-range 4WD, and an electronic brake-locking differential.
Three distinct engine options, including India's only TGDi petrol in this segment.

Things We Like in Mahindra XUV 7XO

Really subtle and welcome design changes, still retains its OG style
Very impressive infotainment setups with Dolby Vision, Noise Cancelling and1400 Watts Dolby Atmos

Things We Don't Like in Mahindra Thar

The 2020 NCAP test showed an unstable footwell and marginal knee protection, with no updated results available.
Side body and curtain airbags are absent across all variants.

Things We Don't Like in Mahindra XUV 7XO

Hope the glitchy infotainments fixed this time around

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