Maruti Suzuki Jimny vs Mahindra Thar ROXX - Which One Should You Buy

Maruti Suzuki Jimny vs Mahindra Thar ROXX Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Maruti Suzuki Jimny and Mahindra Thar ROXX Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny comes in 6 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹12.31 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Zeta, costs ₹12.31 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Alpha Dual Tone AT, is priced at ₹14.45 Lakh. The Mahindra Thar ROXX comes in 21 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹12.39 Lakh. The cheapest variant, MX1 RWD, costs ₹12.39 Lakh, while the top-end variant, AX7L 4WD Diesel AT, is priced at ₹22.25 Lakh.

Specification	Maruti Suzuki Jimny	Mahindra Thar ROXX
Price	₹12.31 Lakh	₹12.25 Lakh
Engine	1462 cc K15B Petrol	1997 cc 2.0L mStallion Petrol
Transmission	5-Speed	6-Speed

Price

₹12.31 Lakh

₹12.25 Lakh

Engine

1462 cc K15B Petrol

1997 cc 2.0L mStallion Petrol

Transmission

5-Speed

6-Speed

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Maruti Suzuki Jimny

₹ 12.31 Lakh

Mahindra Thar ROXX

₹ 12.39 Lakh

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Maruti Suzuki Jimny

₹ 12.31 Lakh

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₹ 12.39 Lakh

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Pros & Cons

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Masters challenging off-road terrain with its robust 4x4 system and sturdy build.
Possesses a truly unique and timeless exterior design that turns heads.
Gains significant practicality and easier access with the new five-door layout.
Offers strong safety protection with six airbags included across all models.
Its compact size shines, making it surprisingly nimble both off-road and in tight city spots.

Mahindra Thar ROXX

Iconic and rugged design with increased practicality from 5 doors.
Available with powerful petrol and diesel engine options.
Choice of manual and automatic transmissions.
Offered in both RWD and capable 4WD configurations.
Excellent 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating across all variants.
Feature-rich interior with large digital displays and premium amenities on higher variants.
Improved ride comfort and handling compared to the 3-door Thar.
Decent boot space for a vehicle of this type.
High ground clearance and strong off-road capabilities.

Engine and Performance

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta is powered by a k15b engine producing a maximum power of 103bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 134.2Nm@4000rpm. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD is powered by a 2.0l mstallion engine producing a maximum power of 160bhp@5000rpm and maximum torque of 330Nm@1500-3000rpm.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Max Power	103bhp@6000rpm	160bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque	134.2Nm@4000rpm	330Nm@1500-3000rpm
Displacement	1462 cc	1997 cc
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Drive Type	4WD	RWD

Engine and Performance

Max Power

103bhp@6000rpm

160bhp@5000rpm

Max Torque

134.2Nm@4000rpm

330Nm@1500-3000rpm

Displacement

1462 cc

1997 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

4WD

RWD

Fuel Specifications

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Emission Control System	-	BSVI 2.0
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Fuel Specifications

Emission Control System

BSVI 2.0

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Type

Petrol

Dimensions and Design

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta has a height of 1720 mm, length measures 3985 mm, width is 1645 mm. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD has a height of 1923 mm, length measures 4428 mm, width is 1870 mm.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Body Type	SUV	SUV
Gross Weight	1545 kg	-
Ground Clearance	210 mm	-
Height	1720 mm	1923 mm
Kerb Weight	1200	-

Dimensions and Design

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta has a height of 1720 mm, length measures 3985 mm, width is 1645 mm. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD has a height of 1923 mm, length measures 4428 mm, width is 1870 mm.

Body Type

SUV

Gross Weight

1545 kg

Ground Clearance

210 mm

Height

1720 mm

1923 mm

Kerb Weight

1200

Interior Specifications

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta offers a boot space of 211 Litres.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Boot Space	211 Litres	-
No. of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	4	5

Interior Specifications

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta offers a boot space of 211 Litres.

Boot Space

211 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta runs on tyres sized 195/80 R15. Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD runs on tyres sized 255/65 R18.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size	195/80 R15	255/65 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Covers		-
Wheel Size	15 Inch	18 Inch

Wheels & Tires

Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta runs on tyres sized 195/80 R15. Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD runs on tyres sized 255/65 R18.

Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size

195/80 R15

255/65 R18

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

15 Inch

18 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta uses a Multi link suspension setup at the front and a Multi link suspension at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD uses a Double wishbone suspension setup at the front and a Multi link suspension at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Ventilated Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Approach Angle	36	41.7
Break Over Angle	24	-
Departure Angle	46	36.1
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Front Suspension	Multi link suspension	Double wishbone suspension

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Approach Angle

41.7

Break Over Angle

Departure Angle

36.1

Front Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Front Suspension

Multi link suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Safety Features

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
360 View Camera	-
Adaptive Cruise Control	-
Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	-
Automatic Emergency Braking	-

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window

Automatic Emergency Braking

Interior Features

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Additional Features	-	SUNGLASS HOLDER
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Upholstery	-	Fabric

Interior Features

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features

SUNGLASS HOLDER

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Tachometer

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta offers Adjustable Headrest, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, and and many more. For comfort, the Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD offers Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Rear Ac Vents, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Accessory Power Outlet
Adjustable Headlamps		-
Adjustable Headrest		-
Adjustable Steering	Height only	-
Air Conditioner

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height only

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, Touchscreen, and and many more. In terms of infotainment, the Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWD offers Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, Touchscreen, Usb Ports, and Integrated Antenna.

Feature	Maruti Suzuki Jimny (Zeta)	Mahindra Thar ROXX (MX1 RWD)
Android Auto
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Integrated Antenna
No Of Speakers	4	4

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Integrated Antenna

No Of Speakers

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