Hyundai Kona Electric vs Mahindra Thar Comparison

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Hyundai Kona Electric
Rs24.03 Lakh^*
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Hyundai Kona Electric
Premium Dual Tone
24.03 Lakh^*
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LX 4-Str Hard Top Diesel AT
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Hyundai Kona Electric vs Mahindra Thar

Should you buy Hyundai Kona Electric 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. Hyundai Kona Electric price starts at Rs 23.84 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Electric) and Mahindra Thar price starts Rs 13.53 Lakh ex-showroom for AX Opt 4-Str Convert Top (Petrol). Kona Electric has - (Electric top model) engine, while Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Kona Electric has a mileage of - (Electric top model)> and the Thar has a mileage of 15.2 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Basic Information	Premium Dual Tone	LX 4-Str Hard Top Diesel AT
Brand Name	Hyundai	Mahindra
On Road Price	Rs.25,23,650^*	Rs.19,12,557^#
Offers & Discount	No	No
User Rating	4.3 Based on 42 Reviews	4.4 Based on 305 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.48,042 Check Now	Rs.37,235 Check Now
Insurance	Rs.96,822 Kona Insurance	Rs.71,153 Thar Insurance
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	-	mHawk 130 Engine
Displacement (cc)	-	2184
No Of Cylinder	-0 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	Yes	-
Battery Capacity	39.2kWh	-
Motor Type	Permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM)	-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	134.10bhp	130bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	395Nm	300nm@1600-2800rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	-	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Battery Type	Lithium-ion polymer	-
Charging Time ( A.C)	Approx 6 h 10 min	-
Charging Time (D.C)	Approx 57 min	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	Single speed reduction gear	6 Speed
Drive Type	No	4X4
Clutch Type	No	No
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Mileage (City)	No	9.0 kmpl
Fuel Tank Capacity	Not Available (Litres)	57.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)	No	No
Drag Coefficient	No	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	McPherson strut type	Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Multi - link	Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Steering Type	Electric	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & telescopic	Tilt
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	255/65 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial, Tubeless
Alloy Wheel Size	17	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

McPherson strut type

Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar

Rear Suspension

Multi - link

Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar

Steering Type

Electric

Power

Steering Column

Tilt & telescopic

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4180	3985
Width (mm)	1800	1855
Height (mm)	1570	1844
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	226
Wheel Base (mm)	2600	2450
Front Tread (mm)	-	1520
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1520
Seating Capacity	5	4
No. of Doors	5	3
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	-
Cup Holders Rear	Yes	-
Heated Seats Front	Yes	-
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Navigation System	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	50:50 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	-	Front Door
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front	Front
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	-
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	-
Battery Saver	Yes	-
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	10-way power driver seat with lumbar support,Rear seat center headrest,Smart electric sunroof,Button type shift-by-wire technology,Electric parking brake with auto hold,Paddle shifters for adjustable regenerative braking,FATC with auto defogger,Electro chromic mirror,Rear ventilation duct (under front seats),Driver & passenger side vanity mirror with illumination,Sunglass holder,LED map lamps,LED room lamp,Intermittent variable front wiper,Rear parcel tray,Headlamps Auto-levelling function	Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat,Reclining Mechanism,Lockable Glovebox,Utility Hook in Backrest of Co-Driver Seat,Dashboard Grab Handle for Front Passenger,Tool Kit Organiser,illuminated Key Ring
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	-
Drive Modes	4	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	-	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Windows Front

Power Windows Rear

Automatic Climate Control

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Fabric Upholstery	-	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Glove Compartment	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	-
Additional Features	Premium black interiors,Soft touch pad on dashboard,Inside door handles-metal paint,Metal pedals,Digital instrument cluster with supervision,Seat back pockets	All New Interiors,Centre Roof Lamp,Coloured MID Display in Instrument Cluster
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
Available Colors	Titan Grey With Phantom Black RoofPhantom BlackPolar White with Phantom BlackFiery Red With Phantom BlackPolar WhiteKona Colors	Galaxy GreyAquamarineRocky BeigeMystic CopperRed RageNapoli Black+1 MoreThar Colors
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	-	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror	-	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Moon Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rail	Yes	-
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlights	Yes	-
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	LED positioning lamps,Body colored Bumpers,Body colored Outside door mirrors,Body colored Outside door handles,Rear skid plate,Sporty roof rails,Rear spoiler with HMSL,R17 alloy wheels	Dual Tone Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Deep Silver Finish Vertical Slats on the Front Grille,R18 Deep Silver Alloy Wheels with Thar Branding,Wheel Arch Cladding,Moulded Side Foot Steps,Fender Mounted Radio Antenna,Tailgate Mounted Spare Wheel
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	255/65 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial, Tubeless
Wheel Size	-	-
Alloy Wheel Size	17	18
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Available Colors

Titan Grey With Phantom Black RoofPhantom BlackPolar White with Phantom BlackFiery Red With Phantom BlackPolar WhiteKona Colors

Galaxy GreyAquamarineRocky BeigeMystic CopperRed Rage+1 MoreThar Colors

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlights

Safety
Anti Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No Of Airbags	6	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Front	Yes	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Auto	Yes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	-	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
EBD	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Features	Curtain Airbags,Headlamp escort function,Rear defogger with timer,Virtual engine sound system,Electronic dual shell horn,Burglar alarm	Adventure Statistics,Adventure Connect : Calender Integration,Tyre Direction Monitoring System,Electric Driveline Disconnect on Front Axle,Mechanical Looking Differential,Brake Locking Differential,Washable Floor with Drain Plugs,Welded Tow Hooks in Front and Rear,Tow Hitch Protection,ESP with Roll-over Mitigation,Roll Cage,3-Point Seat Belts for Rear Passengers,Panic Braking Signal,Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch,Automatic Hub Lock,Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 20L
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	-
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	-
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Safety

Anti Lock Braking System

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Power Door Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated2DINAudio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen Size	7 Inch	7 Inch
Connectivity	Android Auto,Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	-
Apple Car Play	Yes	-
Number Of Speaker	4	4
Additional Features	17.77cm touchscreen display,Front tweeters	17.8cm Touch Screen Infotainment System with Navigation,2 Tweeters,Bluesense App Connectivity,SMS Read-Out
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Warranty
Introduction Date	No	No
Warranty Time	No	No
Warranty Distance	No	No

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Pros and Cons

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Hyundai Kona Electric

Claimed range of 452km as per ARAI. Even if the real world range drops by a big margin, there’s enough for a week’s worth of commuting
3 year/unlimited km warranty on the car & 8 year/1,60,000km warranty for the battery pack
Feature loaded electric car. Gets goodies like LED projector headlamps, powered driver seat, heated and cooled front seats, sunroof, 8-inch touchscreen, 6 airbags, traction control & a lot more
Super smooth drive experience. Immediate acceleration, nearly noise free driving and easy to understand driving behaviour make it a good purchase for first time electric vehicle buyers
Multiple charging options - DC fast charge, level 2 AC wallbox charger & level 1 portable charger
Low running cost. Hyundai claims overall operational cost, including services, is 1/5th of an equivalent petrol car

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

Hyundai Kona Electric

Average cabin space. Not comparable to a similarly priced petrol/diesel SUV like the Jeep Compass or Hyundai Tucson
Average boot space is on par with sub-10 lakh Rupee hatchbacks
Limited traveling charge options. You will depend on availability of fast charge stations or have to use the portable charger that takes several hours for a full charge
Lacks the road presence and size of a price rival like the Compass or Tucson

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 & 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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