Citroen Aircross vs Mahindra Thar ROXX
Should you buy Citroen Aircross or Mahindra Thar ROXX? 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. Citroen Aircross price starts at Rs 8.62 Lakh ex-showroom for You (Petrol) and Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts Rs 12.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX1 RWD (Petrol). Aircross has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Thar ROXX has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Aircross has a mileage of 18.5 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Thar ROXX has a mileage of 15.2 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Aircross Vs Thar ROXX
| Key Highlights | Citroen Aircross | Mahindra Thar ROXX |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.16,86,857* | Rs.23,82,628* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1199 | 1997 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Citroen Aircross vs Mahindra Thar ROXX comparison
- Citroen Aircross
- You (Petrol) 8.62 Lakh*
- Plus (Petrol) 9.99 Lakh*
- Turbo Plus (Petrol) 12.15 Lakh*
- Turbo Plus 7 Seater (Petrol) 12.50 Lakh*
- Turbo Max (Petrol) 12.91 Lakh*
- Turbo Max DT (Petrol) 13.11 Lakh*
- Turbo Max Dark Edition (Petrol) 13.13 Lakh*
- Turbo Max 7 Seater (Petrol) 13.26 Lakh*
- Turbo Plus AT (Petrol) 13.45 Lakh*
- Turbo Max 7 Seater DT (Petrol) 13.46 Lakh*
- Turbo Max AT (Petrol) 14.05 Lakh*
- Top SellingTurbo Max AT DT (Petrol) 14.25 Lakh*
- Turbo Max Dark Edition AT (Petrol) 14.27 Lakh*
- Turbo Max AT 7 Seater (Petrol) 14.40 Lakh*
- Turbo Max AT 7 Seater DT (Petrol) 14.60 Lakh*
Rs14.60 Lakh *VS - Mahindra Thar ROXX
- MX1 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 13.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 15.99 Lakh*
- AX3L RWD Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 17.49 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.49 Lakh*
- AX5L RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.99 Lakh*
- MX5 4WD Diesel (Diesel) 19.09 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD Diesel (Diesel) 19.49 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.99 Lakh*
- AX5L 4WD Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.09 Lakh*
- AX7L 4WD Diesel (Diesel) 21.59 Lakh*
- AX7L 4WD Diesel AT (Diesel) 23.09 Lakh*
- MX1 RWD (Petrol) 12.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD AT (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- Top SellingMX5 RWD (Petrol) 16.49 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD AT (Petrol) 17.99 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD AT (Petrol) 20.49 Lakh*
Rs20.49 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.16,86,857* | Rs.23,82,628* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.32,101/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.45,356/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.66,479 | Rs.1,08,237 |
| User Rating | Based on 143 Reviews | Based on 454 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | PURETECH 110 | 2.0L mStallion |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1199 | 1997 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 33 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 108.62bhp@5500rpm | 174bhp@5000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 17.6 | 12.4 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 57 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | Double wishbone suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Multi link suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4323 | 4428 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1796 | 1870 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1669 | 1923 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2671 | 2850 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Wheel | ||
| Taillight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Platinum Grey Platinum Grey With Polar White Cosmos Blue Polar White With Platinum Grey Polar White +3 MoreAircross Colours | Everest White Stealth Black Nebula Blue Battleship Gray Deep Forest +2 MoreThar ROXX Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Rear Window Wiper A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| E-Call & I-Call | - | Yes |
| SOS Button | - | Yes |
| Remote AC On/Off | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop | - | Yes |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Citroen Aircross
- Spacious 5-seater variant with class leading boot space.
- Usable 3rd of seats with cupholders and USB chargers
- Very comfortable over bad and broken roads.
- Turbo-petrol engine offers good drivability both in city and highways
- Looks tough -- more SUV than crossover.
- Good displays -- both the 10.25-inch touchscreen and the 7-inch driver's display
Mahindra Thar ROXX
- Old-school boxy SUV styling grabs attention and has more road presence than similarly priced SUVs
- Both engines options deliver punchy performance and good driveability even with a full passenger load
- Rich features list: Panoramic sunroof, Harman Kardon audio, ADAS and more
- 5/5 start safety rating from Bharat NCAP. Base model is strong on safety too
- Very capable off-road. 4x4 option gives you absolute freedom to explore but even the rear-wheel drive is very capable
Citroen Aircross
- No modern elements in design with halogen headlights and taillamps.
- Misses out on feel-good features like a sunroof, automatic climate control, and electrically folding ORVMs
Mahindra Thar ROXX
- Ride quality is not as comfortable as cars like the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara or Skoda Kushaq. Bad roads can toss occupants around, especially in the rear seat
- Petrol engine is high on performance but also high on fuel consumption
- No 4x4 petrol option
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen Aircross and Mahindra Thar ROXX?
A ) Citroen Aircross price starts at ₹8.62 Lakh & Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts at ₹12.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen Aircross is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen Aircross and Mahindra Thar ROXX?
A ) The mileage of Aircross is 17.6 kmpl & the mileage of Thar ROXX is 12.4 kmpl. Citroen Aircross gives better mileage than Mahindra Thar ROXX.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi