Head-to-Head Showdown

Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) MT vs Mahindra Thar AX (O) Convertible Top Petrol MT 4WD

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

Key Specifications Matrix

61 kW (82.93 PS) @ 5700 rpm (81.79bhp)
Power
150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW)
112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1250-3000 rpm
1.2L Z12E Petrol 1197 cc, 3-Cylinder
Engine / Motor
1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2.0L I4 mStallion 150 TGDi
Manual
Gearbox
Manual
FWD
Drivetrain
4WD
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
23.80 km/l
Economy / Range
—
5 Seater
Seating
4 Seater
6
Airbags
2

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown
Specification Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) MT Mahindra Thar AX (O) Convertible Top Petrol MT 4WD
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount ₹ 9.49 Lakh ₹ 9.49 Lakh
Price Type Ex-Showroom Ex-Showroom
Engine
Engine
1.2L Z12E Petrol
1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Engine Type
1197 cc, 3-Cylinder
2.0L I4 mStallion 150 TGDi
Power
61 kW (82.93 PS) @ 5700 rpm (81.79bhp)
150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW)
Torque
112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm
300 Nm @ 1250-3000 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Manual - 6 Gears
Drivetrain
FWD (Front Wheel Drive)
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) / All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Fuel Capacity
37 litres
57 litres
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2/ OBD2
BS6 Phase 2
Engine Misc
Idle Start/Stop
—
Fuel Economy
23.80 km/l
—
Body
Length
3990 mm
3985 mm
Width
1745 mm
1820 mm
Height
1530 mm
1850 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
226 mm
Wheelbase
2520 mm
2450 mm
Turn Radius
4.85 metres
—
Kerb weight
950-985 kg
—
Front Tyre
195 / 55 R16
245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyre
195 / 55 R16
245 / 75 R16
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Steering
Electric, Rack & Pinion
Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheel
Dual-Tone Precision Cut Alloy Wheel
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
185/65 R15 Steel
Steel
Safety
Airbags
6 Airbags
2 Airbags (Driver, Front 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
AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking) Yes —
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Yes —
Hill Hold Control Yes —
Traction Control System
Available (Integrated with ESP)
Yes
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Management System) Yes —
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Park Assist
360 Degree Camera & Head Up Display
Visual display
Speed Warning
Audible Speed Alert (80 km/h and 120 km/h)
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Seatbelt Warning
Yes, Reminder Lamp & Buzzer for All Seats
Yes
Mid Rear Seat Belt
Yes, 3-Point ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor)
—
Child Seat Anchor Point
Yes, ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Central Lock
Smart Key
Remote
Speed Sensitive Door Lock Yes —
Child Safety Lock Yes —
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
Yes, Level 2 ADAS
—
NCAP Rating —
4 Star (Global NCAP)
Sponsored
Exterior
Number of Doors
5 Doors
3 Doors
Headlight
LED Projector
Halogen
Automatic Headlamps Yes —
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes —
Headlamp Levelling Yes Yes
DRL (Daytime Running Lights)
NEXTré LED DRLs
—
Fog Light
LED
—
ORVM
Body Coloured, Auto Folding
Black (Internally Adjustable)
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Optional
Taillamp
NEXA Signature LED Tail Lamps
LED
External Door Handles
Chrome Finish
Black
Roof Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
—
Body Coloured Bumper Yes —
Body Kit —
Cladding - Black/Grey
Interior
Interior
Dual Tone
Single Tone
Seating Capacity
5 Person
4 Person
Seating Row
2 Rows
2 Rows
Driver Seat
Height Adjustable (6-Way)
8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Driver Armrest
Yes, Front Sliding Armrest
—
Front Passenger Seat
Manual (4-Way)
6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Driver Armrest Storage Yes —
Headrest
Front & Rear Adjustable
Front & Rear
Front Seat Back Pocket Yes —
Rear Seat
60:40 Split Folding
2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Seat Type
Bench, Foldable
Bench
Rear Seat Folding Yes
Partial
Rear Seat Split
60:40 split
50:50 split
Mid Rear Head Rest Yes —
Ventilated Seats
Front Ventilated Seats
—
Interior Colour
Black & Blue
Black
Seat Upholstery
Premium Leatherette
Vinyl
Leather Steering Yes —
Leather Gear Knob Yes —
Interior Door Handles
Chrome
Black
Door Pockets
Front & Rear
—
Cabin Boot Access Yes Yes
Boot Opener
Electric Release
Internal
Anti Glare Mirror
Auto Dimming IRVM
Manual - Internal Only
Interior Ambient Light
Front Footwell Lamp
—
Cabin Lamp
Front & Center
Centre
Vanity Mirror Light Yes —
Rear Reading Lamp Yes —
Infotainment
Display
TFT Colour MID
—
Screen Size
22.86cm (9 inch) Touchscreen
—
Head Unit Size
22.86cm (9 inch) Touchscreen
—
Connectivity
Suzuki Connect
—
Android Auto
Wireless
—
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
—
Integrated Music System
SmartPlay Pro+
—
Speakers
Premium Sound System by Clarion, 4 Speakers, 2 Tweeters
—
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes (Audio, Bluetooth, Voice & ADAS)
—
Voice Command Yes —
Bluetooth
Phone & Audio Streaming
—
GPS
Inbuilt & Smartphone
—
Auxiliary Port Yes —
Radio Yes —
USB
Yes, Front & Rear (Type-A & Type-C)
—
Instrument
Analogue with Colour TFT MID
Analogue - Digital
Tripmeter
Electronic 2 Trips
Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption Yes Yes
Average Speed Yes —
Instant Fuel Consumption Yes —
Distance to Empty (DTE) Yes —
Clock
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Yes Yes
Shift Indicator Yes —
Tachometer Yes
Analogue
Cluster Brightness Adjustment Yes Yes
Alexa
Available via Suzuki Connect
—
Sponsored
Comfort
AC
Automatic AC
Yes (Manual)
Front AC
Automatic AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC
Rear AC Vents
—
Heater Yes Yes
Cruise Control
Yes, Adaptive Cruise Control
—
Keyless Button Start Yes —
Steering Adjust
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Window One Touch Down
Driver
—
Window One Touch Up
Driver
—
Rear Defogger Yes —
Rear Wiper Yes —
Vanity Mirror
Driver & Co-Driver
—
Headlight Ignition On Reminder Yes Yes
12V Power Outlet
Front & Rear
1
Cupholder
Front Console & Rear Armrest
Front Only
Wireless Charging
Available (with active cooling)
—
Battery
Battery
12V Lead Acid
—
Other
Find My Car Yes —
Geofencing Yes —
Car Status Via App Yes —
Emergency Call System Yes —
OTA Update Yes —
AC On Off via App Yes —
Car Unlock via App Yes —
Remote Light Flash via App Yes —
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Warranty
Warranty (Years)
2
3
Warranty (Km)
40000
Unlimited
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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) MT and Mahindra Thar AX (O) Convertible Top Petrol MT 4WD.

The Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) MT is priced at ₹ 9.49 Lakh, while the Mahindra Thar AX (O) Convertible Top Petrol MT 4WD is priced at ₹ 9.49 Lakh.

The Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) MT delivers 61 kW (82.93 PS) @ 5700 rpm (81.79bhp) power and 112.4 Nm @ 4500 rpm torque, compared to the Mahindra Thar AX (O) Convertible Top Petrol MT 4WD which produces 150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1250-3000 rpm torque.

Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) MT features a Manual gearbox with Petrol fuel, while Mahindra Thar AX (O) Convertible Top Petrol MT 4WD comes with a Manual gearbox and Petrol fuel.

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