Mahindra Thar vs MG Hector

Should you buy Mahindra Thar or MG Hector? 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 9.99 Lakh ex-showroom for AXT RWD Diesel (Diesel) and MG Hector price starts Rs 11.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Style 5Str (Petrol). Thar has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Hector has 1451 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Thar has a mileage of 9 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Hector has a mileage of 13.79 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Thar Vs Hector

Key Highlights	Mahindra Thar	MG Hector
On Road Price	Rs.18,88,879^*	Rs.21,90,533^*
Mileage (city)	8 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1997	1451
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Mahindra Thar
Rs16.25 Lakh^*
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MG Hector
Rs18.99 Lakh^*
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Mahindra Thar
LXT 4WD AT
16.25 Lakh^*
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MG Hector
Savvy Pro 5Str CVT
18.99 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	LXT 4WD AT	Savvy Pro 5Str CVT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.18,88,879^*	Rs.21,90,533^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.37,108/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.41,695/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.79,999	Rs.82,643
User Rating	4.5 Based on 39 Reviews	4.4 Based on 340 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

LXT 4WD AT

Savvy Pro 5Str CVT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.18,88,879^*

Rs.21,90,533^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.37,108/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.41,695/month

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Insurance

Rs.79,999

Rs.82,643

User Rating

4.5

Based on 39 Reviews

4.4

Based on 340 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	mStallion 150 TGDi	1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled
Displacement (cc)	1997	1451
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	150.19bhp@5000rpm	141.04bhp@5200rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	320Nm@1500-3000rpm	250Nm@3000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	CVT
Drive Type	4WD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

mStallion 150 TGDi

1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled

Displacement (cc)

1997

1451

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

150.19bhp@5000rpm

141.04bhp@5200rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	8	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	9	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	12.34
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	57	60
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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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	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless All-Terrain	Tubeless
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	18
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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

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3985	4699
Width (mm)	1820	1835
Height (mm)	1855	1760
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	226	-
Wheel Base (mm)	2450	2750
Rear Tread (mm)	1520	-
Approach Angle	41.2°	-
Break Over Angle	26.2°	-
Departure Angle	36°	-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	587
Seating Capacity	4	6
No. of Doors	3	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	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
Cooled Glovebox	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	-	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	Yes	-
Additional Features	Adventure Statistics Gen II, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential,Mechanical Locking Differential	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	-	3
Power Windows	Front Only	Front & Rear
Voice Controlled Ambient Lighting	-	Yes
Voice assisted sunroof	-	Yes
Drive Mode Types	-	Eco, Normal, Sports
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
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
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Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
Digital Cluster	Sami (Coloured)	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	4.2	7
Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette
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Interior

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Steering Wheel

DashBoard

Instrument Cluster

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Everest WhiteGalaxy GreyStealth BlackBattleship GrayDeep ForestTango Red+1 MoreThar Colours	Pearl WhiteStarry BlackAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon BlueHector Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
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
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Foglamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	-
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	Front & Rear
Antenna	Fender-mounted	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Dual Pane
Boot Opening	Manual	Powered
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	255/65 R18	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless All-Terrain	Tubeless
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Everest WhiteGalaxy GreyStealth BlackBattleship GrayDeep Forest+1 MoreThar Colours

Pearl WhiteStarry BlackAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon BlueHector Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Rain Sensing Wiper

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	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	No	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	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
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	4	5
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	4	5
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Traffic Sign Recognition

Lane Keep Assist

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Engine Start Alarm	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Live Weather	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Inbuilt APPs	-	i-Smart app, Jio Saavn
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Engine Start Alarm

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Hinglish Voice Commands

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.24	14
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	wireless android auto play	Wireless Android Auto + Apple Carplay
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	4
Subwoofer	-	1
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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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
MG Hector
- Looks: Feels premium inside and out
- Space is great with generous room even for taller passengers
- Loaded with good features like a 14-inch touchscreen, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof
- Strong safety kit with features like ADAS and 360-degree camera
- A refined petrol engine with comfortable ride quality

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
MG Hector
- The big grille and chrome elements can be too blingy for some buyers
- No automatic transmission with the diesel engine
- Should have had better contoured seats and underthigh support at the rear
- Fuel efficiency of the petrol engine is still an issue

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