Mahindra XUV700 vs Mahindra Thar

CarWale brings you comparison of Mahindra XUV700 and Mahindra Thar. The Mahindra XUV700 price is Rs. 13.99 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 11.35 Lakh. The Mahindra XUV700 is available in 1997 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

XUV700 vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	XUV700	Thar
Price	Rs. 13.99 Lakh	Rs. 11.35 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1997 cc	1497 cc
Power	197 bhp	117 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Mahindra XUV700

MX Petrol MT 5 STR

Rs. 13.99 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

Rs. 11.35 Lakh

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Mahindra XUV700

MX Petrol MT 5 STR

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		14.3
City Mileage (As tested by CarWale) (kmpl)	9.53
Highway Mileage (As tested by CarWale) (kmpl)	13.01
Engine	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	2.0 Turbo With Direct Injection (TGDi)	D117 CRDe
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	197 bhp @ 5000 rpm	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	380 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut Independent Suspension with FSD and Stabilizer bar	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Suspension with FSD and Stabilizer bar	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Steel
Front Tyres	235 / 65 R17	245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyres	235 / 65 R17	245 / 75 R16

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Global NCAP)	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors		Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Visual display
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets		1

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Vinyl
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours		Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split	50:50 split
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

CarWale's Opinion

Expert Review Videos

2021 Mahindra XUV700 Review | Better Than The Tata Safari? | AX7 Diesel AT 7-Seater Driven | CarWale

Mahindra Thar Diesel Mileage Tested | Real World Fuel Average and Efficiency Review Video | CarWale

Colours

	Midnight Black	Stealth Black
	Napoli Black	Red Rage
	Dazzling Silver
	Red Rage
	Everest White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.6/5

19 Ratings

4.7/5

44 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.7Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.8Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.8Performance	4.7Performance
	4.4Fuel Economy	4.4Fuel Economy
	4.8Value for Money	4.5Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Good build quality

Good build quality and also it has a great value for money however the airbags are not so good and also comfort wise this car is not so affordable overall pricing range makes this car good.

Thar Review

1. My Buying experience is shameless. 2. One of the best Riding Experiences I ever had. 3. Look of That Is good that everyone knows. 4. Service is Good. 5. Pros: Trending, Have Respect, Comfortable, 4*4 Wheeler. Cons: Overhyped, Mileage is not good, Manual on the price we can expect semi-automatic.

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Length (mm)	4695	3985
Width (mm)	1890	1820
Height (mm)	1755	1850
Wheelbase (mm)	2750	2450
Ground Clearance (mm)	200

Doors (Doors)	5	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60	45

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit		Cladding - Black/Grey

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Centre
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	With Key	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Black
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Black
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal

Android Auto
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	8
Speakers	4
Voice Command
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder

Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 1 Trip	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited