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

The Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX (2017 - 2023) delivers 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 170 Nm @ 1750 rpm torque, compared to 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.

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Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX (2017 - 2023) ₹ 11.80 Lakh

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

Head-to-Head Showdown

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

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

Tata Motors

Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX (2017 - 2023)

₹ 11.80 Lakh

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Mahindra & Mahindra

Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

₹ 11.50 Lakh

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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

Manual

Gearbox

Manual

FWD

Drivetrain

RWD

Petrol

Fuel

Diesel

17.33 km/l

Economy / Range

—

5 Seater

Seating

4 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX (2017 - 2023)	Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 11.80 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	Manual - 6 Gears, 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
Fuel Economy	17.33 km/l	—
Total Range	763 Km	—
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	—
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	—
Headlamp Levelling	Yes	Yes
Fog Light	Halogen on front, Halogen on rear	—
ORVM	Black (Electrically Adjustable & Retractable)	Black (Internally Adjustable)
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	—
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub Strips	Black	—
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
Ventilated Seats	Cooled	—
Interior Colour	Off-White and Grey	Black
Seat Upholstery	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 Tailgate Release	Internal
Anti Glare Mirror	Electronic - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Interior Ambient Lights	Optional	—
Cabin Lamp	Front	Centre
Infotainment
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	—
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
Shift Indicator	Dynamic	—
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue
Cluster Brightness Adjustment	Yes	Yes
Gear Indicator	—	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	—
Heater	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	—
Keyless Button Start	Yes	—
Steering Adjust	Tilt	Tilt
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
Window One Touch Down	Driver	—
Rear Defogger	Yes	Yes
Rear Wiper	Yes	—
Vanity Mirror	Co-Driver Only	—
Headlight Ignition On Reminder	Yes	Yes
12V Power Outlet	2	1
Cupholder	Front & Rear	Front Only
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	—
Sunglass Holder	Yes	—
Wireless Charging	Yes	—
Other
Find My Car	Yes	—
Geofencing	Yes	—
Car Status Via App	Yes	—
Car Unlock via App	Yes	—
Remote Light Flash via App	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 XZ Plus LUX (2017 - 2023) and Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD.

The Tata Nexon XZ Plus LUX (2017 - 2023) is priced at ₹ 11.80 Lakh, while the Mahindra Thar AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD is priced at ₹ 11.50 Lakh.

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