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Audi A4 vs Mahindra Thar

Should you buy Audi A4 or Mahindra Thar? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi A4 price starts at Rs 45.34 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Mahindra Thar price starts Rs 11.25 Lakh ex-showroom for AX Opt 4-Str Hard Top Diesel RWD (Diesel). A4 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the A4 has a mileage of - (Petrol top model)> and the Thar has a mileage of 15.2 kmpl (Petrol top model).

A4 Vs Thar

Key HighlightsAudi A4Mahindra Thar
On Road PriceRs.62,78,359*Rs.19,81,546*
Mileage (city)-8 kmpl
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)19841997
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Audi A4 vs Mahindra Thar Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.62,78,359*
Rs.19,81,546*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,19,498/month
Rs.37,720/month
InsuranceRs.2,06,940
A4 Insurance

Rs.9,47,71
Thar Insurance

User Rating
4.2
Based on 135 Reviews
4.5
Based on 1201 Reviews
Brochure

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
2.0 L TFSI petrol engine
mStallion 150 TGDi
Displacement (cc)
1984
1997
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm
150.19bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
320Nm@1450–4200rpm
300Nm@1250-3000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
7-Speed Stronic
6-Speed AT
Mild Hybrid
Yes-
Drive Type
FWD
4WD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)-
8
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)54
57
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)241
-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
5-link front suspension; tubular anti-roll bar
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
5-link rear suspension; tubular anti-roll bar
Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Steering Type
Electric
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Tilt & Collapsible
Tilt
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type
-
Disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)
241
-
0-100kmph (Seconds)
7.89
-
Braking (100-0kmph)
35.52

-
Tyre Size
225/50 R17
255/65 R18
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless All-Terrain
City driveability (20-80kmph)4.84

-
Braking (80-0 kmph)22.54

-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)-
18

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4762
3985
Width (mm)
1847
1820
Height (mm)
1433
1855
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-
226
Wheel Base (mm)
2500
2450
Rear Tread (mm)
1555
-
Kerb Weight (kg)
1555
-
Grossweight (kg)
2145
-
Rear Headroom (mm)
953

-
Front Headroom (mm)
953

-
Front Track-
1520
Rear Track-
1520
Approach Angle-
41.2
Break Over Angle-
26.2
Departure Angle-
36
Seating Capacity
5
4
Boot Space (Litres)
460
-
No. of Doors
4
3

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
Yes-
Power Boot
Yes-
Power folding 3rd Row SeatNo-
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
-
Air Quality Control
Yes-
Remote Climate Control (A/C)
No-
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
No-
Remote Engine Start/Stop
No-
Low Fuel Warning Light
Yes-
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
Yes-
Vanity Mirror
Yes-
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes-
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes-
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes-
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
Yes-
Rear AC Vents
Yes-
Heated Seats Front
Yes-
Heated Seats Rear
No-
Seat Lumbar Support
Yes-
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Navigation System
Yes-
Find My Car Location
Yes-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes-
Foldable Rear Seat
Bench Folding
50:50 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
Yes-
Smart Key Band
No-
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes-
Glove Box Cooling
Yes-
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
No-
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Steering Mounted TripmeterYes-
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
-
Tailgate Ajar
Yes-
Hands-Free Tailgate
Yes-
Gear Shift Indicator
No-
Rear Curtain
No-
Luggage Hook And NetNo-
Battery Saver
No-
Lane Change Indicator
YesYes
Additional Features-
Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat,Reclining Mechanism,Lockable Glovebox,Electrically Operated HVAC Controls,SMS Read Out
Massage Seats
Front
-
Memory Function Seats
Front
-
Drive Modes
5
-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
Yes-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
Yes-
Leather SeatsYes-
Fabric Upholstery
No-
Leather Steering WheelYes-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift SelectorYes-
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
Yes-
Outside Temperature DisplayNo-
Cigarette LighterNo-
Digital Odometer
Yes-
Driving Experience Control EcoYes-
Folding Table In The Rear
No-
Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes-
Additional FeaturesContour Ambient Lighting with 30 colors, Frameless auto diing interior rear view mirror, Manual sunshade for the rear passenger windows, Decorative Inlays in Audi Exclusive Piano Black
Dashboard Grab Handle For Front passenger,MID Display in Instrument Cluster (Coloured),Adventure Statistics,Decorative Vin Plate (Individual to Thar Earth Edition),Headrest (Embossed Dune Design),Stiching ( Beige Stitching elements & Earth branding),Thar branding on door pads (Desert Fury Coloured),Twin Peak logo on Steering ( Dark Chrome),Steering Wheel elements (Desert Fury Coloured),AC Vents (Dual Tone),HVAC housing (Piano black),Center gear Console & Cup Holder accents (Dark Chrome)
Digital Cluster-
Yes
Upholstery-
Leatherette

Exterior

Available Colors
Tango Red Metallic
Manhattan Grey Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Ibis White
Navarra Blue Metallic
A4 Colors
Everest White
Rage Red
Stealth Black
Desert Fury
Deep Grey
Thar Colors
Body TypeSedan
All Sedan Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
Yes-
Fog Lights Rear
Yes-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes-
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
No-
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Headlamp Washers
Yes-
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Wiper
No-
Rear Window Washer
No-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel CoversNo-
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaNo-
Tinted Glass
No-
Rear Spoiler
No-
Roof CarrierNo-
Sun Roof
Yes-
Side Stepper
No-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
Yes-
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
Yes-
Chrome Garnish
Yes-
Smoke HeadlampsNo-
Projector Headlamps
No-
Halogen HeadlampsNoYes
Cornering Headlamps
Yes-
Cornering Foglamps
Yes-
Roof Rail
Yes-
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
-
Trunk OpenerSmart
-
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes-
LED DRLs
Yes-
LED Headlights
Yes-
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesExterior mirrors, power-adjustable, heated and folding, auto-diing on both sides, with memory feature, Chrome Door Handles, 5- spoke Dynamic style Alloy Wheels
Hard Top,All-Black Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Wheel Arch Cladding,Side Foot Steps (Moulded),Fender-mounted Radio Antenna,Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel,Illuminated Key Ring,Body Colour (Satin Matte Desert Fury Colour),ORVMs Inserts (Desert Fury Coloured),Vertical slats on the Front grille (Desert Fury Coloured),Mahindra Wordmark (Matte Black),Thar branding (Matte Black),4x4 badging (Matte black With red accents),Automatic badging (Matte black With red accents),Gear Knob accents (Dark Chrome)
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes-
Fog Lights-
Front
Tyre Size
225/50 R17
255/65 R18
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless All-Terrain

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
Yes-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
No. of Airbags8
2
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYes-
Side Airbag RearYes-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Xenon HeadlampsNo-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Traction ControlYes-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
YesYes
Advance Safety FeaturesAuto Hold assist, Audi Parking Aid Plus with rear view camera
Front Axle ( Semi-Floating With 4.3:1 Final Drive),Rear Axle ( Banjo Beam With 4.3:1 Final Drive),Hub Lock ( Automatic ),Brake Specification (Vaccum Assisted Dual Hydraulic Circuit with tandem Master Cylinder),Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (litre)-20(Applicable Only For CRDe Engine),Tool Kit Organiser,Electric Driveline Disconnect on Front Axle,Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differentail,Mechanical Locking Differential ( mHawk 130 only),Washable Floor With Drain Plugs,Welded Tow Hooks In Front & Rear,Tow Hitch Protection,Tyre Direction Monitoring System,Roll-Over Mitigation,Roll Cage,3-Point Seat Belts For Rear Passengers,Panic Braking Signal,Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Speed Alert
Yes-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Sos Emergency Assistance
Yes-
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes-
Lane Watch Camera
Yes-
Geo Fence Alert
No-
Hill Descent Control
YesYes
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
360 View Camera
Yes-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution-
Yes

Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call-
No
Over Speeding Alert-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
No-
Cd Changer
Yes-
Dvd Player
No-
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
No-
Mirror Link
No-
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes-
Compass
Yes-
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
10.09
7
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
Internal Storage
No-
No. of Speakers
10
4
Rear Entertainment System
Yes-
Additional FeaturesAudi Virtual Cockpit Plus, Audi Phone Box with wireless charging, 25.65 cm Central I Touch Screen, I Navigation plus with I touch response, Audi Sound System, Audi Smartphone Interface,
-
Usb Ports-
Yes
Inbuilt Apps-
BlueSense
Tweeter-
2
SubwooferNo-
Rear Touch Screen Size-
No
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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Audi A4

    • Looks classy with elegant body lines and an excellent quality control
    • Powerful LED headlamps
    • Premium quality interiors
    • Excellent cabin practicality
    • Engine refinement is among the best in class
    • Ride comfort is brilliantly tuned for Indian road conditions

    Mahindra Thar

    • Attention grabbing design. Looks macho and has stronger road presence than ever before.
    • Available with petrol and diesel engines with a choice of 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions for both.
    • Design better suited for off-roading than before. Big improvements in departure angle, breakover angle and ground clearance.
    • More tech: Brake based differential locking system, auto locking rear mechanical differential, shift-on-the-fly 4x4 with low range, 7-inch touchscreen with off-road gauges, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay & navigation
    • Good quality interior with better practicality than before. The Thar is now more family friendly.
    • Improved noise vibration and harshness management. Doesn’t feel crude or outdated to drive anymore.
    • More configurations: Fixed soft top, fixed hardtop or convertible soft top, available as a 6- or 4- seater

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