How does the performance compare between Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR and Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD?

The Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR delivers 142.69 bhp power and 215 Nm torque, compared to Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD which produces 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm torque.

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Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR ₹ 17.29 Lakh

Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD ₹ 16.99 Lakh

Head-to-Head Showdown

Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR vs Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD

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

Tata Motors

Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR

₹ 17.29 Lakh

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Mahindra & Mahindra

Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD

₹ 16.99 Lakh

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Key Specifications Matrix

142.69 bhp

Power

130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW)

215 Nm

Torque

300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm

Permanent Magnet Synchronous AC Motor (PMSM)

Engine / Motor

2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2.2L I4 mHawk 130

Automatic

Gearbox

Automatic

FWD

Drivetrain

4WD

Electric

Fuel

Diesel

5 Seater

Seating

4 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR	Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 17.29 Lakh	₹ 16.99 Lakh
Price Type	Ex-Showroom	Ex-Showroom
Engine
Engine	Permanent Magnet Synchronous AC Motor (PMSM)	2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel	Electric	Diesel
Power	142.69 bhp	130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW)
Torque	215 Nm	300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
Transmission	Automatic, Paddle Shift	Automatic (Torque Converter - TC) - 6 Gears, Manual Override
Drivetrain	Front Wheel Drive (FWD)	4 Wheel Drive (4WD) / All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Emission Standard	Zero emission vehicle (ZEV)	BS6 Phase 2
Engine Misc	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop, Pure Electric Driving Mode, IP67 Ingress Protection for Motor and Battery	—
Electric Range	465 Km	—
Engine Type	—	2.2L I4 mHawk 130
Fuel Capacity	—	57 litres
Body
Length	3994 mm	3985 mm
Width	1811 mm	1820 mm
Height	1616 mm	1844 mm
Ground Clearance	190 mm	226 mm
Wheelbase	2498 mm	2450 mm
Turn Radius	5.3 metres	—
Front Tyre	215 / 60 R16	255 / 65 R18
Rear Tyre	215 / 60 R16	255 / 65 R18
Front Suspension	Independent MacPherson strut with coil spring	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Twist beam with dual path Strut	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Steering	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheel	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Steel	Alloy
Safety
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Global NCAP)	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Front Brake	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake	Disc	Drum
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)	Yes	Yes
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	Yes	Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Park Assist	360 Degree Camera	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	Keyless	Remote
Brake Assist	—	Yes
Speed Sensitive Door Lock	—	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	—	Yes
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Exterior
Number of Doors	5 Doors	3 Doors
Headlight	LED Projector	Halogen
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	—
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	—
Fog Light	Halogen	Halogen
Turn Indicators on ORVM	Yes	Optional
Taillamp	LED	LED
External Door Handles	Body Coloured	Black
Rain Sensing Wipers	Yes	—
Roof Antenna	Yes	—
Body Coloured Bumper	Yes	—
Headlamp Levelling	—	Yes
ORVM	—	Black (Electrically Adjustable)
Body Kit	—	Cladding - Black/Grey
Interior
Seating Capacity	5 Person	4 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)
Driver Armrest	Yes	—
Rear Seat Split	60:40 split	50:50 split
Ventilated Seats	Cooled	—
Seat Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric
Leather Steering	Yes	—
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal
Anti Glare Mirror	Electronic - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Interior	—	Single Tone
Front Passenger Seat	—	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Headrest	—	Front & Rear
Rear Seat	—	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Seat Type	—	Bench
Rear Seat Folding	—	Partial
Interior Colour	—	Black
Leather Gear Knob	—	Yes
Interior Door Handles	—	Black
Cabin Boot Access	—	Yes
Cabin Lamp	—	Centre
Infotainment
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Screen Size	12 inch	7 inch
Connectivity	Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)	Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)
Speakers	9	6
Steering Mounted Controls	Yes	Yes
Instrument	Digital	Analogue - Digital
Alexa	Yes	—
Integrated Music System	—	Yes
Voice Command	—	Yes
Bluetooth	—	Phone & Audio Streaming
GPS	—	Yes
Auxiliary Port	—	Yes
Radio	—	Yes
USB	—	Yes
Tripmeter	—	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption	—	Yes
Instant Fuel Consumption	—	Yes
Clock	—	Digital
Low Fuel Warning	—	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	—	Yes
Gear Indicator	—	Yes
Tachometer	—	Analogue
Cluster Brightness Adjustment	—	Yes
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Comfort
AC	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest	—
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Keyless Button Start	Yes	—
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
Window One Touch Up	Driver	—
Rear Defogger	Yes	Yes
Rear Wiper	Yes	—
Sunroof	Electrically Adjustable	—
12V Power Outlet	2	1
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	—
Wireless Charging	Yes	—
Heater	—	Yes
Steering Adjust	—	Tilt
Headlight Ignition On Reminder	—	Yes
Cupholder	—	Front Only
Battery
Battery	40.5 kWh, High Energy Density Lithium Ion, Thermal Management System: Liquid Cooled (Coolant + Refrigerant), IP67 Ingress Protection, Charging Standard: CCS2, Charging Time (from 15A plug): 15 hours (10% to 100%), Charging Time (7.2 kW AC fast charger): 6 hours (10% to 100%), Chargint Time (50 kW DC fast charger): 56 minutes (10% to 80%)	—
Other
Find My Car	Yes	—
Geofencing	Yes	—
Car Status Via App	Yes	Yes
Emergency Call System	Yes	—
OTA Update	Yes	—
AC On Off via App	Yes	—
Car Unlock via App	Yes	—
Sunroof via App	Yes	—
Remote Light Flash via App	Yes	—
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Warranty
Warranty (Years)	3	3
Warranty (Km)	125000	Unlimited
Battery Warranty (Years)	8	—
Battery Warranty (Km)	160000	—

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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR and Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD.

The Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR is priced at ₹ 17.29 Lakh, while the Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD is priced at ₹ 16.99 Lakh.

The Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR delivers 142.69 bhp power and 215 Nm torque, compared to the Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD which produces 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm torque.

Tata Nexon EV Empowered + LR features a Automatic gearbox with Electric fuel, while Mahindra Thar LX Hard Top Diesel AT 4WD comes with a Automatic gearbox and Diesel fuel.