BMW X7 vs Mahindra Thar

Should you buy BMW X7 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. BMW X7 price starts at Rs 1.31 Cr ex-showroom for xDrive40i M Sport (Petrol) and Mahindra Thar price starts Rs 11.50 Lakh ex-showroom for AX Opt Hard Top Diesel RWD (Diesel). X7 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X7 has a mileage of 14.31 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Thar has a mileage of 9 kmpl (Diesel top model).

X7 Vs Thar

Key Highlights	BMW X7	Mahindra Thar
On Road Price	Rs.1,59,23,258^*	Rs.21,06,119^*
Mileage (city)	-	9 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2993	2184
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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BMW X7
Rs1.35 Cr^*
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Mahindra Thar
Rs17.62 Lakh^*
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BMW X7
xDrive40d M Sport
1.35 Cr^*
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Mahindra Thar
LX Hard Top Diesel AT
17.62 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	xDrive40d M Sport	LX Hard Top Diesel AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.1,59,23,258^*	Rs.21,06,119^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.3,03,088/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.41,268/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.5,51,358	Rs.79,500
User Rating	4.4 Based on 109 Reviews	4.5 Based on 1361 Reviews
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Basic Information

xDrive40d M Sport

LX Hard Top Diesel AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.1,59,23,258^*

Rs.21,06,119^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.3,03,088/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.41,268/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.5,51,358

Rs.79,500

User Rating

4.4

Based on 109 Reviews

4.5

Based on 1361 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel	mHawk 130 CRDe
Displacement (cc)	2993	2184
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	335.25bhp@4400rpm	130.07bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	700Nm@1750-2250rpm	300Nm@1600-2800rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	4WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel

mHawk 130 CRDe

Displacement (cc)

2993

2184

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

335.25bhp@4400rpm

130.07bhp@3750rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	9
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	10
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	14.31	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	57
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	245	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	-	Double wishbone suspension
Rear Suspension	-	Multi-link, Solid Axle
Steering Type	-	Hydraulic
Steering Column	-	Tilt
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type	-	Disc
Rear Brake Type	-	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	245	-
0-100kmph (Seconds)	5.9	-
Tyre Size	285/45 R21	255/65 R18
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless All-Terrain
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	18
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Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5181	3985
Width (mm)	2218	1820
Height (mm)	1835	1844
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	226
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	2450
Rear Tread (mm)	1703	1520
Kerb Weight (kg)	2525	-
Approach Angle	-	41.2°
Break Over Angle	-	26.2°
Departure Angle	-	36°
Seating Capacity	6	4
Boot Space (Litres)	300	-
No. of Doors	-	3
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	5 Zone	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	-	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	-
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	-	50:50 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	-
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Rear Curtain	Yes	-
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Servotronic Steering Assist,Comfort Access System,Soft Close function for doors,Automatic air conditioning with 5 zone control, with individualised climate control for front driver and passenger, rear left and right passengers including two additional air vents in the B pillars and 3rd row passengers,2 cupholders in centre armrest in rear/rear end of centre console for 2nd seat row and integrated in armrest for 3rd seat row,Comfort cushion made of alcantara for 2nd row outer seats,6 Seater 2comfort seats with armrest for passengers in the 2nd seat row,Wireless Smartphone Integration,Fully Remote Parking via smartphone,Automatic Start Stop function,Adaptive air flap control,Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, BMW Driving Experience Switch (Modes: ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and ADAPTIVE)	Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat, Lockable Glovebox, Utility hook in backrest of co-driver seat, Remote Keyless Entry, Dashboard Grab Handle for Front Passenger, Tool Kit Organiser, Illuminated Key Ring, Electrically Operated HVAC Controls, Tyre Direction Monitoring System
Memory Function Seats	Front	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	-
Drive Modes	4	-
Air Conditioner	-	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

5 Zone

Accessory Power Outlet

Rear Reading Lamp

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Glove Box	-	Yes
Additional Features	"Door sill finishers with M designation,Individual Extended Leather Trim Merino,BMW Individual Headliner Alcantara Anthracite,Vehicle key with exclusive M lettering,BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Floor mats in Velour,Glass application CraftedClarity for interior elements,3rd Row seats fully foldable into floor of luggage compartment and dividable by 50:50,M Leather steering wheel including multifunction buttons, an M badge, steering wheel rim in leather ‘Walknappa’ Black with black stitching and contoured thumb rests,Power socket (12 V) 1x centre console front, centre console rear, luggage compartment on righ,Effective reduction of noise level in the interior,Less noise in the interior created by wind and engine,A comfortably peaceful ambience,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display,Navigation Function with 3D maps, Touch Functionality,iDrive Controller,Augmented View in touch display, 15 pre-defined selectable light designs, X7 illuminated trim element on dashboard, customizable with ambient light setting, Welcome Light Carpet	BlueSense App Connectivity, Washable Floor with Drain Plugs, Welded Tow Hooks in Front & Rear, Tow Hitch Protection, Optional Mechanical Locking Differential, Electric Driveline Disconnect on Front Axle, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differentia
Digital Cluster	-	Sami(Coloured)
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	4.2
Upholstery	-	Fabric
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Seats

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Exterior
Available Colours	Mineral White MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicMineral WhiteCarbon Black MetallicDravit Grey MetallicSparkling Copper Grey MetallicDravite Grey MetallicBlack Sapphire+3 MoreX7 Colours	Everest WhiteRage RedGalaxy GreyDeep ForestDesert FuryNapoli Black+1 MoreThar Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Side Stepper	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	-
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss	-
Fog Lights	-	Front
Antenna	-	Fender-mounted
Boot Opening	-	Manual
Tyre Size	285/45 R21	255/65 R18
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless All-Terrain
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Exterior

Available Colours

Mineral White MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicMineral WhiteCarbon Black MetallicDravit Grey Metallic+3 MoreX7 Colours

Everest WhiteRage RedGalaxy GreyDeep ForestDesert Fury+1 MoreThar Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Fog Lights Front

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	9	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	-
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Blind Spot Camera	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	-
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )	-	4
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )	-	4
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	7
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	16	4
Additional Features	BMW Gesture Control, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Drive Recorder, Anti-Theft Recorder, Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view	-
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	-	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW X7
- Strong road presence owing to its large size and sporty styling
- Generous cabin space makes it great for chauffeur-driven owners
- Rich interior quality and luxurious cabin design
- Punchy performance and sharp handling make it a joy to drive!
- Air suspension offers good ride comfort over different road conditions
- Loaded with features: Dual sunroofs, powered seats, 14.9-inch touchscreen with dial controller, 16-speaker Harman Kardon music system, heated and ventilated front seats
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 and 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

BMW X7
- Missing rear seat amenities: No rear entertainment screen, no tablet or remote controller for rear passengers, no massage seats
- Seats offer average underthigh support for tall passengers
- No adaptive cruise control
Mahindra Thar
- Stiff ride quality. Deals with bad roads well but sharp bumps can unsettle the cabin quite easily
- Old school ladder frame SUV and behaves like one. Loads of body roll even on mild curves
- Some cabin flaws: Rear windows aren’t openable, pedal box leaves no proper space to rest your left foot even in the automatic and thick B pillars create large blind spots to the side
- It’s a heavily improved/polished version of a hardcore off-roader but not an alternative to more practical, comfortable, feature rich compact/sub compact SUVs

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