How does the performance compare between Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD and Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023)?

The Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD delivers 117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm torque, compared to Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) which produces 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm torque.

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Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD ₹ 11.50 Lakh

Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) ₹ 11.35 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD vs Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023)

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

Mahindra & Mahindra

Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

₹ 11.50 Lakh

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Tata Motors

Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023)

₹ 11.35 Lakh

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Key Specifications Matrix

117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW)

Power

118 bhp @ 5500 rpm

300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm

Torque

170 Nm @ 1750 rpm

1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC D117 CRDe

Engine / Motor

1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron

Manual

Gearbox

Semi-Automatic

RWD

Drivetrain

FWD

Diesel

Fuel

Petrol

—

Economy / Range

17.05 km/l

4 Seater

Seating

5 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD	Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023)
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 11.50 Lakh	₹ 11.35 Lakh
Price Type	Ex-Showroom	Ex-Showroom
Engine
Engine	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Fuel	Diesel	Petrol
Engine Type	D117 CRDe	1.2L Turbocharged Revotron
Power	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW)	118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm	170 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) - 6 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)	FWD (Front Wheel Drive)
Fuel Capacity	45 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	215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyre	245 / 75 R16	215 / 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	Alloy Wheels
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
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	—
Traction Control System	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Park Assist	Visual display	Reverse Camera with Guidance
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	Keyless
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	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	Body Coloured
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Automatic Headlamps	—	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	—	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	—	Passive
Fog Light	—	Halogen on front, Halogen on rear
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)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height 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)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Seat Folding	Partial	Full
Rear Seat Split	50:50 split	60:40 split
Interior Colour	Black	Off-White and Grey
Seat Upholstery	Vinyl	Fabric
Interior Door Handles	Black	Chrome
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
Driver Armrest	—	Yes
Driver Armrest Storage	—	Yes
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	—	Touch-screen Display
Screen Size	—	7 inch
Connectivity	—	Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)
Integrated Music System	—	Yes
Speakers	—	8
Steering Mounted Controls	—	Yes
Voice Command	—	Yes
Bluetooth	—	Phone & Audio Streaming
GPS	—	Yes
Auxiliary Port	—	Yes
Radio	—	Yes
USB	—	Yes
Average Speed	—	Yes
Instant Fuel Consumption	—	Yes
Sponsored
Comfort
AC	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
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	Yes
Headlight Ignition On Reminder	Yes	Yes
12V Power Outlet	1	2
Cupholder	Front Only	Front & Rear
Rear AC	—	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Keyless Button Start	—	Yes
Window One Touch Down	—	Driver
Rear Wiper	—	Yes
Vanity Mirror	—	Co-Driver Only
Cooled Glovebox	—	Yes
Sunglass Holder	—	Yes
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 RWD and Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023).

The Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD is priced at ₹ 11.50 Lakh, while the Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) is priced at ₹ 11.35 Lakh.

The Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD delivers 117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm torque, compared to the Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) which produces 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm torque.

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