Head-to-Head Showdown
Tata Safari Smart (O) vs Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Diesel MT 4WD
Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.
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Key Specifications Matrix
168 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Power
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW)
350 Nm @ 1750 - 2500 rpm
Torque
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Engine
Engine / Motor
2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2.2L I4 mHawk 130
Manual
Gearbox
Manual
FWD
Drivetrain
4WD
Diesel
Fuel
Diesel
16.3 km/l
Economy / Range
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7 Seater
Seating
4 Seater
6
Airbags
2
Full Technical Specifications
Comprehensive Breakdown| Specification | Tata Safari Smart (O) | Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Diesel MT 4WD |
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| Pricing & Availability | ||
| Price Amount | ₹ 15.16 Lakh | ₹ 15.39 Lakh |
| Price Type | Ex-Showroom | Ex-Showroom |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
2184 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Fuel | Diesel |
Diesel |
| Engine Type | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Engine |
2.2L I4 mHawk 130 |
| Power | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW) |
| Torque | 350 Nm @ 1750 - 2500 rpm |
300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm |
| Transmission | Manual - 6 Gears, Sport Mode |
Manual - 6 Gears |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
4 Wheel Drive (4WD) / All Wheel Drive (AWD) |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 litres |
57 litres |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 |
BS6 Phase 2 |
| Electric Range | 815 Km |
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| Fuel Economy | 16.3 km/l |
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| Body | ||
| Length | 4668 mm |
3985 mm |
| Width | 1922 mm |
1820 mm |
| Height | 1795 mm |
1855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2741 mm |
2450 mm |
| Front Tyre | 235 / 65 R17 |
255 / 65 R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235 / 65 R17 |
255 / 65 R18 |
| Front Suspension | Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar |
Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar |
| Rear Suspension | Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring |
Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar |
| Steering | Power assisted (Hydraulic) |
Power assisted (Hydraulic) |
| Wheel | Alloy Wheels |
Alloy Wheels |
| Spare Wheel | Steel |
Alloy |
| Ground Clearance | — | 226 mm |
| 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 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear |
Rear |
| Speed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
| Seatbelt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Mid Rear Seat Belt | Yes | — |
| Child Seat Anchor Point | Yes | Yes |
| Central Lock | Yes | Remote |
| Speed Sensitive Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | — |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | — | Yes |
| Park Assist | — | Visual display |
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| Exterior | ||
| Number of Doors | 5 Doors |
3 Doors |
| Headlight | LED Projector |
Halogen |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Light | Halogen |
Halogen |
| ORVM | Black (Electrically Adjustable) |
Black (Electrically Adjustable) |
| Turn Indicators on ORVM | Yes | Optional |
| Taillamp | LED |
LED |
| External Door Handles | Body Coloured |
Black |
| Body Coloured Bumper | Yes | — |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | — | Yes |
| Body Kit | — | Cladding - Black/Grey |
| Interior | ||
| Interior | Dual Tone |
Single Tone |
| Scuff Plates | Yes | — |
| Seating Capacity | 7 Person |
4 Person |
| Seating Row | 3 Rows |
2 Rows |
| Driver Seat | 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest 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) |
| Headrest | Front & Rear |
Front & Rear |
| Front Seat Back Pocket | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat | 6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) |
2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down) |
| Rear Seat Type | Bench |
Bench |
| Rear Seat Folding | Partial |
Partial |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 split |
50:50 split |
| Third Row Seat | 4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down) |
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| Third Row Seat Type | Bench |
— |
| Third Row Seat Split | 50:50 split |
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| Leather Gear Knob | Yes | — |
| Interior Door Handles | Chrome |
Black |
| Door Pockets | Front & Rear |
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| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Yes |
| Boot Opener | Internal with Key |
Internal |
| Anti Glare Mirror | Manual - Internal Only |
Manual - Internal Only |
| Cabin Lamp | Front and Rear |
Centre |
| Rear Reading Lamp | Yes | — |
| Interior Colour | — | Black |
| Seat Upholstery | — | Fabric |
| Infotainment | ||
| Instrument | Digital |
Analogue - Digital |
| Tripmeter | 2 Trips |
Electronic 2 Trips |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes |
| Average Speed | Yes | — |
| Instant Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes |
| Clock | Digital |
Digital |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Shift Indicator | Yes | — |
| Tachometer | Digital |
Analogue |
| Cluster Brightness Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | Touch-screen Display |
| Screen Size | — | 7 inch |
| Connectivity | — | Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired) |
| Integrated Music System | — | Yes |
| Speakers | — | 6 |
| Steering Mounted Controls | — | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | Phone & Audio Streaming |
| GPS | — | Yes |
| Auxiliary Port | — | Yes |
| Radio | — | Yes |
| USB | — | 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 on Pillars |
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| Third Row AC | Blower, Vents on Pillars, Yes |
— |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Adjust | Tilt & Telescopic |
Tilt |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear |
Front Only |
| Headlight Ignition On Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| 12V Power Outlet | 2 |
1 |
| Cupholder | Front Only |
Front Only |
| Third Row Cup Holder | Yes | — |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Other | ||
| Car Status 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 Safari Smart (O) and Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Diesel MT 4WD.
The Tata Safari Smart (O) is priced at ₹ 15.16 Lakh, while the Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Diesel MT 4WD is priced at ₹ 15.39 Lakh.
The Tata Safari Smart (O) delivers 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm power and 350 Nm @ 1750 - 2500 rpm torque, compared to the Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Diesel MT 4WD which produces 130 bhp @ 3750 rpm (97kW) power and 300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm torque.
Tata Safari Smart (O) features a Manual gearbox with Diesel fuel, while Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Diesel MT 4WD comes with a Manual gearbox and Diesel fuel.
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