MG Astor vs Mahindra Thar

CarWale brings you comparison of MG Astor and Mahindra Thar. The MG Astor price is Rs. 10.00 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 11.35 Lakh. The MG Astor is available in 1498 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Astor vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Astor	Thar
Price	Rs. 10.00 Lakh	Rs. 11.35 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1498 cc	1497 cc
Power	108 bhp	117 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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MG Astor

Sprint 1.5 MT (Ivory)

Rs. 10.00 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

Rs. 11.35 Lakh

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MG Astor

Sprint 1.5 MT (Ivory)

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
Engine	1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	VTi-TECH 1.5	D117 CRDe
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	108 bhp @ 6000 rpm	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	144 Nm @ 4400 rpm	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Turbocharged
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	215 / 55 R17	245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyres	215 / 55 R17	245 / 75 R16

Features

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	Not Tested	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

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

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	Iconic Ivory / Black	Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
One Touch Down	Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs		Optional
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Chrome	Black
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Black
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	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

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wired
Apple CarPlay	Wired
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.11
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	4
Steering-mounted controls
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

CarWale's Opinion

Expert Review Videos

MG Astor 2022 Real-World Mileage, Performance Tested | CarWale

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

Colours

	Aurora Silver	Stealth Black
	Candy White	Red Rage

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

16 Ratings

4.7/5

44 Ratings

Rating Parameters	5.0Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.7Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.6Performance	4.7Performance
	4.0Fuel Economy	4.4Fuel Economy
	4.7Value for Money	4.5Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Good featured car

All are good Pros: driving is very smooth, boot space, handling. Sprint variant is value for Money, getting all options which are needed. Cons: Mileage in the city, back seat thigh support

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)	4323	3985
Width (mm)	1809	1820
Height (mm)	1650	1850
Wheelbase (mm)	2585	2450
Kerb Weight (kg)	1303

Doors (Doors)	5	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	488
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	48	45

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

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote with Boot Opener	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub-strips	Silver

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

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