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

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

The upcoming Mahindra XUV 7XO will be offered in 2 variants. It will feature a Petrol and Diesel powertrain depending on the variant chosen and will be paired with a manual or automatic setup. Prices are expected to begin at ₹14 Lakh for the entry trim, while the top variant may reach around ₹26 Lakh. 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 ₹9.99 Lakh. The cheapest variant, AXT RWD Diesel, costs ₹9.99 Lakh, while the top-end variant, LXT 4WD Diesel AT, is priced at ₹16.91 Lakh.

Specification	Mahindra XUV 7XO	Mahindra Thar
Price	₹14.00 Lakh	₹9.99 Lakh
Engine	-	1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel
Transmission	-	6-Speed

Price

₹14.00 Lakh

₹9.99 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel

Transmission

6-Speed

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Mahindra XUV 7XOUpcoming

Rs 14 Lakh(Expected)

Mahindra Thar

Rs 9.99 Lakh

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Mahindra XUV 7XOUpcoming

Rs 14 Lakh(Expected)

Mahindra Thar

Rs 9.99 Lakh

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Pros & Cons

Mahindra XUV 7XO

It's about time the XUV700 got a refresh
Expected to debut with same powerful petrol and diesel engines
Significantly upgraded interior is to be expected
Better sunroof, infotainment, Level 2 ADAS will also likely debut
Price tag will remain unchanged at most except from few thousands here and there

Mahindra Thar

Off‑the‑charts, attention‑grabbing style and substance; removable doors with soft‑top option
Very capable 4X4 trims with locking differential and all‑terrain tires
Enough ground clearance to go over anything, barring Mt. Everest
Surprisingly large rear seats and space
Ruff‑n‑tuff build quality and suspension
Diesel engine and 6‑speed automatic are very well tuned for urban traffic
Powerful AC that cools within minutes

Engine and Performance

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel is powered by a d117 crde engine producing a maximum power of 116.93bhp@3500rpm and maximum torque of 300Nm@1750-2500rpm.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Max Power	-	116.93bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque	-	300Nm@1750-2500rpm
Displacement	-	1497 cc
No. of Cylinders	-	4
Drive Type	-	RWD

Engine and Performance

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel is powered by a d117 crde engine producing a maximum power of 116.93bhp@3500rpm and maximum torque of 300Nm@1750-2500rpm.

Max Power

116.93bhp@3500rpm

Max Torque

300Nm@1750-2500rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

RWD

Fuel Specifications

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
City Mileage	-	9 kmpl
Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity	-	45 Litres
Diesel Highway Mileage	-	11 kmpl
Emission Norm Compliance	-	BS VI 2.0
Fuel Tank Capacity	-	45 Litres

Fuel Specifications

City Mileage

9 kmpl

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

Diesel Highway Mileage

11 kmpl

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

Dimensions and Design

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel has a height of 1850 mm, length measures 3985 mm, width is 1820 mm.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Body Type	-	SUV
Ground Clearance	-	226 mm
Height	-	1850 mm
Length	-	3985 mm
Wheelbase	-	2450 mm

Dimensions and Design

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel has a height of 1850 mm, length measures 3985 mm, width is 1820 mm.

Body Type

SUV

Ground Clearance

226 mm

Height

1850 mm

Length

3985 mm

Wheelbase

2450 mm

Interior Specifications

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
No. of Doors	-	3
Seating Capacity	-	4

Interior Specifications

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel runs on tyres sized 245/75 R16.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Alloy Wheels	-
Rear Track	-	1520 mm
Tyre Size	-	245/75 R16
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless All-Terrain
Wheel Size	-	16 Inch

Wheels & Tires

Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel runs on tyres sized 245/75 R16.

Alloy Wheels

Rear Track

1520 mm

Tyre Size

245/75 R16

Tyre Type

Tubeless All-Terrain

Wheel Size

16 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel uses a Double wishbone suspension setup at the front and a Multi-link, Solid Axle at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Approach Angle	-	41
Break Over Angle	-	26
Departure Angle	-	36
Front Brake Type	-	Disc
Front Suspension	-	Double wishbone suspension

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Approach Angle

Break Over Angle

Departure Angle

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Safety Features

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Central Locking, and and many more.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Anti Lock Braking System Abs	-
Brake Assist	-
Central Locking	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-
Driver Airbag	-

Safety Features

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Central Locking, and and many more.

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Day Night Rear View Mirror

Driver Airbag

Interior Features

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel includes interior features such as Tachometer.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Additional Features	-	Washable Floor with Drain Plugs, Welded Tow Hooks in Front & Rear, Tow Hitch Protection, Electronic Brake Locking Differential for
Digital Cluster	-	Sami (Monochrome)
Tachometer	-

Interior Features

The Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel includes interior features such as Tachometer.

Additional Features

Washable Floor with Drain Plugs, Welded Tow Hooks in Front & Rear, Tow Hitch Protection, Electronic Brake Locking Differential for

Digital Cluster

Sami (Monochrome)

Tachometer

Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more.

Feature	Mahindra XUV 7XO (Base)	Mahindra Thar (AXT RWD Diesel)
Accessory Power Outlet	-
Adjustable Headrest	-
Adjustable Steering	-
Air Conditioner	-
Cruise Control	-

Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Mahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Air Conditioner

Cruise Control