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Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT 4WD vs Tata Nexon XMA (S) (2017 - 2023)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.

Key Specifications Matrix

130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW)
Power
118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
Torque
170 Nm @ 1750 rpm
2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2.2L I4 mHawk 130
Engine / Motor
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron
Manual
Gearbox
Semi-Automatic
4WD
Drivetrain
FWD
Diesel
Fuel
Petrol
—
Economy / Range
17.05 km/l
4 Seater
Seating
5 Seater
2
Airbags
2

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown
Specification Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT 4WD Tata Nexon XMA (S) (2017 - 2023)
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount ₹ 10.24 Lakh ₹ 10.25 Lakh
Price Type Ex-Showroom Ex-Showroom
Engine
Engine
2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Engine Type
2.2L I4 mHawk 130
1.2L Turbocharged Revotron
Power
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW)
118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
170 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 Gears
AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) - 6 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Drivetrain
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) / All Wheel Drive (AWD)
FWD (Front Wheel Drive)
Fuel Capacity
57 litres
44 litres
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Electric Range —
750 Km
Fuel Economy —
17.05 km/l
Body
Length
3985 mm
3993 mm
Width
1820 mm
1811 mm
Height
1844 mm
1606 mm
Ground Clearance
226 mm
209mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2498 mm
Front Tyre
245 / 75 R16
195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyre
245 / 75 R16
195 / 60 R16
Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Semi-Independent; closed profile Twist beam with Coil Spring and shock absorber
Steering
Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Power assisted (Electric)
Wheel
Steel Rims
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Turn Radius —
5.1 metres
Safety
NCAP Rating
4 Star (Global NCAP)
5 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Yes Yes
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Traction Control System Yes Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Park Assist
Visual display
—
Speed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Seatbelt Warning Yes Yes
Child Seat Anchor Point Yes Yes
Central Lock
Remote
Remote
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) — Yes
Hill Hold Control — Yes
Speed Sensitive Door Lock — Yes
Child Safety Lock — Yes
Sponsored
Exterior
Number of Doors
3 Doors
5 Doors
Headlight
Halogen
Halogen Projector
Headlamp Levelling Yes Yes
ORVM
Black (Internally Adjustable)
Black (Electrically Adjustable & Retractable)
Turn Indicators on ORVM Optional Yes
Taillamp
LED
LED
External Door Handles
Black
Black
Body Kit
Cladding - Black/Grey
Cladding - Black/Grey
Automatic Headlamps — Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps — Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers — Yes
Roof Antenna — Yes
Body Coloured Bumper — Yes
Rub Strips —
Black
Interior
Interior
Single Tone
Dual Tone
Seating Capacity
4 Person
5 Person
Seating Row
2 Rows
2 Rows
Driver Seat
8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat
6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Headrest
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Seat
2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
—
Rear Seat Type
Bench
Bench
Rear Seat Folding
Partial
Full
Rear Seat Split
50:50 split
—
Interior Colour
Black
Off-White and Grey
Seat Upholstery
Vinyl
Fabric
Interior Door Handles
Black
Painted
Cabin Boot Access Yes Yes
Boot Opener
Internal
Electric Tailgate Release
Anti Glare Mirror
Manual - Internal Only
Manual - Internal Only
Cabin Lamp
Centre
Front
Scuff Plates — Optional
Door Pockets —
Front & Rear
Interior Ambient Lights — Optional
Infotainment
Instrument
Analogue - Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Electronic 2 Trips
Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption Yes Yes
Clock
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Cluster Brightness Adjustment Yes Yes
Display —
Digital Display
Head Unit Size —
2 Din
Integrated Music System — Yes
Speakers —
4
Steering Mounted Controls — Yes
Bluetooth —
Phone & Audio Streaming
Auxiliary Port — Yes
Radio — Yes
USB — Yes
Average Speed — Yes
Instant Fuel Consumption — Yes
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Comfort
AC
Yes (Manual)
Yes (Manual)
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater Yes Yes
Steering Adjust
Tilt
Tilt
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Rear Defogger Yes —
Headlight Ignition On Reminder Yes Yes
12V Power Outlet
1
1
Cupholder
Front Only
Front Only
Sunroof —
Electrically Adjustable
Vanity Mirror —
Co-Driver Only
Warranty
Warranty (Years)
3
3
Warranty (Km)
Unlimited
100000
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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT 4WD and Tata Nexon XMA (S) (2017 - 2023).

The Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT 4WD is priced at ₹ 10.24 Lakh, while the Tata Nexon XMA (S) (2017 - 2023) is priced at ₹ 10.25 Lakh.

The Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT 4WD delivers 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm torque, compared to the Tata Nexon XMA (S) (2017 - 2023) which produces 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm torque.

Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT 4WD features a Manual gearbox with Diesel fuel, while Tata Nexon XMA (S) (2017 - 2023) comes with a Semi-Automatic gearbox and Petrol fuel.

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