How does the performance compare between Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD and Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023)?

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

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Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD ₹ 12.19 Lakh

Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023) ₹ 12.10 Lakh

Head-to-Head Showdown

Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD vs Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023)

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

Mahindra & Mahindra

Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

₹ 12.19 Lakh

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Tata Motors

Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023)

₹ 12.10 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

Manual

RWD

Drivetrain

FWD

Diesel

Fuel

Petrol

—

Economy / Range

17.33 km/l

4 Seater

Seating

5 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD	Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023)
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 12.19 Lakh	₹ 12.10 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	Manual - 6 Gears, 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
Fuel Economy	—	17.33 km/l
Total Range	—	763 Km
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	255 / 65 R18	215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyre	255 / 65 R18	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	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy	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
Speed Sensitive Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Lock	—	Yes
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Exterior
Number of Doors	3 Doors	5 Doors
Headlight	Halogen	Halogen Projector
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Levelling	Yes	Yes
Fog Light	Halogen	Halogen on front, Halogen on rear
ORVM	Black (Electrically 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
Cornering Headlamps	—	Passive
Rain Sensing Wipers	—	Yes
Roof Antenna	—	Yes
Body Coloured Bumper	—	Yes
Rub Strips	—	Black
Interior
Interior	Single Tone	Single 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	Black
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Leatherette
Interior Door Handles	Black	Chrome
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Boot Opener	Internal	Electric Tailgate Release
Anti Glare Mirror	Manual - Internal Only	Electronic - Internal Only
Cabin Lamp	Centre	Front
Scuff Plates	—	Optional
Driver Armrest	—	Yes
Driver Armrest Storage	—	Yes
Ventilated Seats	—	Cooled
Leather Steering	—	Yes
Leather Gear Knob	—	Yes
Door Pockets	—	Front & Rear
Interior Ambient Lights	—	Optional
Infotainment
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Screen Size	7 inch	7 inch
Connectivity	Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)	Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)
Integrated Music System	Yes	Yes
Speakers	6	8
Steering Mounted Controls	Yes	Yes
Voice Command	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
GPS	Yes	Yes
Auxiliary Port	Yes	Yes
Radio	Yes	Yes
USB	Yes	Yes
Instrument	Analogue - Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption	Yes	Yes
Instant Fuel Consumption	Yes	Yes
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Gear Indicator	Yes	—
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Cluster Brightness Adjustment	Yes	Yes
Average Speed	—	Yes
Shift Indicator	—	Dynamic
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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
Cruise Control	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
Wireless Charging	—	Yes
Other
Car Status Via App	Yes	Yes
Find My Car	—	Yes
Geofencing	—	Yes
Car Unlock via App	—	Yes
Remote Light Flash via App	—	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 LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD and Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023).

The Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD is priced at ₹ 12.19 Lakh, while the Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023) is priced at ₹ 12.10 Lakh.

The Mahindra Thar LX 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 XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023) which produces 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm torque.

Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel MT RWD features a Manual gearbox with Diesel fuel, while Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX Dark Edition (2017 - 2023) comes with a Manual gearbox and Petrol fuel.