Mahindra Thar vs Hyundai Creta

Should you buy Mahindra Thar or Hyundai Creta? 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. Mahindra Thar price starts at Rs 10.32 Lakh ex-showroom for AXT RWD Diesel (Diesel) and Hyundai Creta price starts Rs 10.91 Lakh ex-showroom for E (Petrol). Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Creta has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Thar has a mileage of 9 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Creta has a mileage of 21.8 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Thar Vs Creta

Key Highlights	Mahindra Thar	Hyundai Creta
On Road Price	Rs.21,40,172^*	Rs.24,35,167^*
Mileage (city)	9 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2184	1493
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

Mahindra Thar
LXT 4WD Diesel AT
17.80 Lakh^*
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Hyundai Creta
King Lounge Edition Diesel AT DT
20.46 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	LXT 4WD Diesel AT	King Lounge Edition Diesel AT DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.21,40,172^*	Rs.24,35,167^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.41,961/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.46,340/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.97,845	Rs.88,041
User Rating	4.5 Based on 82 Reviews	4.6 Based on 484 Reviews
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Basic Information

Variant

LXT 4WD Diesel AT

King Lounge Edition Diesel AT DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.21,40,172^*

Rs.24,35,167^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.41,961/month

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Rs.46,340/month

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Insurance

Rs.97,845

Rs.88,041

User Rating

4.5

Based on 82 Reviews

4.6

Based on 484 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	mHawk 130 CRDe	1.5L U2 CRDi
Displacement (cc)	2184	1493
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	130bhp@3750rpm	114bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	300Nm@1600-2800rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	-	DOHC
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	6-Speed AT
Drive Type	4WD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

mHawk 130 CRDe

1.5L U2 CRDi

Displacement (cc)

2184

1493

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

130bhp@3750rpm

114bhp@4000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

300Nm@1600-2800rpm

250Nm@1500-2750rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Valve Configuration

DOHC

Fuel Supply System

CRDi

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

6-Speed

6-Speed AT

Drive Type

4WD

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	9	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	11	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	19.1
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	57	50
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double wishbone suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link, Solid Axle	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless All-Terrain	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	18

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3985	4330
Width (mm)	1820	1790
Height (mm)	1855	1635
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	226	-
Wheel Base (mm)	2450	2610
Rear Tread (mm)	1520	-
Approach Angle	41.2°	-
Break Over Angle	26.2°	-
Departure Angle	36°	-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	433
Seating Capacity	4	5

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	2 Zone
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	50:50 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	Yes
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	Yes
USB Charger	-	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Additional Features	Adventure Statistics Gen II, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential,Mechanical Locking Differential more	Sunglass holder more
Memory Function Seats	-	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	-	3
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Power Windows	Front Only	Front & Rear
Voice assisted sunroof	-	Yes
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Drive Mode Types	-	ECO\|NORMAL\|SPORT
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front Only
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
Additional Features	- more	Rear parcel tray more
Digital Cluster	Sami(Coloured)	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	4.2	10.25
Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Everest WhiteGalaxy GreyStealth BlackBattleship GrayDeep ForestTango Red+1 MoreThar Colours	Robust Emerald PearlAtlas White With Titanium BlackTitanium Black MatteTitan Grey MatteStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitanium BlackKing Limited Edition Titanium Black Matte+4 MoreCreta Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Side Stepper	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	No
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	-
Antenna	Fender-mounted	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Manual	Electronic
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless All-Terrain	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	18

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	No	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	-	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	4	-
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	4	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	-	Yes

ADAS

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
SOS Button	-	Yes
RSA	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	-	Yes
Inbuilt APPs	-	Yes

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.24	10.25
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	8
Additional Features	wireless android auto play more	Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay \| Bose premium sound 8 speaker system more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	JioSaavan
Tweeter	2	-
Rear Touchscreen	-	Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size	-	11.6 inch
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Mahindra Thar
- Attention grabbing design. Looks macho and has a strong road presence
- Available with petrol and diesel engines with a choice of 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions for both.
- More tech: Brake based differential locking system, auto locking rear mechanical differential, shift-on-the-fly 4x4 with low range, 10.25-inch touchscreen with off-road gauges, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and navigation
- Improved noise vibration and harshness management offers a more refined experience
Hyundai Creta
- Cabin experience: Attention to finish with smooth surfaces and leatherette padding feels premium
- Strong features list: Dual 10.25” displays, Level 2 ADAS, 8-way powered driver seat, and a panoramic sunroof
- Rear seat experience: Good space and convenience features like sunshades and headrest pillows
- Multiple powertrains: Offers both petrol and diesel engines with both manual and automatic options

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 and thick B pillars create large blind spots to the side
- Not an alternative to family-friendly sub-compact/compact SUVs that are more comfortable, practical, spacious and feature-loaded
Hyundai Creta
- Boot space: Shallow boot is more suitable for small trolley bags, not large suitcases
- Limited automatic variants, with the turbo engine available in only one variant
- BNCAP score is missing

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