Head-to-Head Showdown
Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) vs Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.
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Key Specifications Matrix
118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Power
117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW)
170 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron
Engine / Motor
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC D117 CRDe
Semi-Automatic
Gearbox
Manual
FWD
Drivetrain
RWD
Petrol
Fuel
Diesel
17.05 km/l
Economy / Range
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5 Seater
Seating
4 Seater
2
Airbags
2
Full Technical Specifications
Comprehensive Breakdown| Specification | Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) | Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD |
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| Pricing & Availability | ||
| Price Amount | ₹ 11.35 Lakh | ₹ 11.50 Lakh |
| Price Type | Ex-Showroom | Ex-Showroom |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC |
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Fuel | Petrol |
Diesel |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Turbocharged Revotron |
D117 CRDe |
| Power | 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW) |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm |
| Transmission | AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) - 6 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode |
Manual - 6 Gears |
| Drivetrain | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Fuel Capacity | 44 litres |
45 litres |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 |
BS6 Phase 2 |
| Electric Range | 750 Km |
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| Fuel Economy | 17.05 km/l |
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| Body | ||
| Length | 3993 mm |
3985 mm |
| Width | 1811 mm |
1820 mm |
| Height | 1606 mm |
1844 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 209mm |
226 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm |
2450 mm |
| Turn Radius | 5.1 metres |
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| Front Tyre | 215 / 60 R16 |
245 / 75 R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215 / 60 R16 |
245 / 75 R16 |
| Front Suspension | Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-Independent; closed profile Twist beam with Coil Spring and shock absorber |
Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar |
| Steering | Power assisted (Electric) |
Power assisted (Hydraulic) |
| Wheel | Alloy Wheels |
Steel Rims |
| Spare Wheel | Steel |
Steel |
| Safety | ||
| NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Global NCAP) |
4 Star (Global NCAP) |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger) |
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 |
| ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear |
Rear |
| Park Assist | Reverse Camera with Guidance |
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 |
| Speed Sensitive Door Lock | Yes | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | — |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | — | Yes |
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| Exterior | ||
| Number of Doors | 5 Doors |
3 Doors |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector |
Halogen |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | — |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | — |
| Cornering Headlamps | Passive |
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| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Light | Halogen on front, Halogen on rear |
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| ORVM | Black (Electrically Adjustable & Retractable) |
Black (Internally Adjustable) |
| Turn Indicators on ORVM | Yes | Optional |
| Taillamp | LED |
LED |
| External Door Handles | Body Coloured |
Black |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | — |
| Body Coloured Bumper | Yes | — |
| Body Kit | Cladding - Black/Grey |
Cladding - Black/Grey |
| Rub Strips | Black |
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| Interior | ||
| Interior | Dual Tone |
Single Tone |
| Scuff Plates | Optional | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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) |
| Driver Armrest Storage | Yes | — |
| 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 | Full |
Partial |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 split |
50:50 split |
| Interior Colour | Off-White and Grey |
Black |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric |
Vinyl |
| Interior Door Handles | Chrome |
Black |
| Door Pockets | Front & Rear |
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| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Yes |
| Boot Opener | Electric Tailgate Release |
Internal |
| Anti Glare Mirror | Manual - Internal Only |
Manual - Internal Only |
| Interior Ambient Lights | Optional | — |
| Cabin Lamp | Front |
Centre |
| Infotainment | ||
| Display | Touch-screen Display |
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| Screen Size | 7 inch |
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| Connectivity | Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes) |
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| Integrated Music System | Yes | — |
| Speakers | 8 |
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| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | — |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth | Phone & Audio Streaming |
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| GPS | Yes | — |
| Auxiliary Port | Yes | — |
| Radio | Yes | — |
| USB | Yes | — |
| Instrument | Digital |
Analogue - Digital |
| Tripmeter | Electronic 2 Trips |
Electronic 2 Trips |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes |
| Average Speed | Yes | — |
| Instant Fuel Consumption | Yes | — |
| Clock | Digital |
Digital |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Tachometer | Digital |
Analogue |
| Cluster Brightness Adjustment | Yes | 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 |
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| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Button Start | Yes | — |
| Steering Adjust | Tilt |
Tilt |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear |
Front Only |
| Window One Touch Down | Driver |
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| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | — |
| Vanity Mirror | Co-Driver Only |
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| Headlight Ignition On Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| 12V Power Outlet | 2 |
1 |
| Cupholder | Front & Rear |
Front Only |
| Cooled Glovebox | Yes | — |
| Sunglass Holder | Yes | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty (Years) | 3 |
3 |
| Warranty (Km) | 100000 |
Unlimited |
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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) and Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD.
The Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) is priced at ₹ 11.35 Lakh, while the Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD is priced at ₹ 11.50 Lakh.
The Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) delivers 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm torque, compared to the Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD which produces 117 bhp @ 3500 rpm (87.2kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm torque.
Tata Nexon XZA Plus (2017 - 2023) features a Semi-Automatic gearbox with Petrol fuel, while Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD comes with a Manual gearbox and Diesel fuel.
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