How does the performance compare between Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) and Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD?

The Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) delivers 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm power and 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm torque, compared to Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD which produces 150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW) power and 320 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm torque.

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Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) ₹ 15.85 Lakh

Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD ₹ 16.24 Lakh

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Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) vs Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD

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

Tata Motors

Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023)

₹ 15.85 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD

₹ 16.24 Lakh

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Key Specifications Matrix

168 bhp @ 3750 rpm

Power

150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW)

350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm

Torque

320 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm

1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2.0 L Kryotec

Engine / Motor

1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 2.0L I4 mStallion 150 TGDi

Manual

Gearbox

Automatic

FWD

Drivetrain

4WD

Diesel

Fuel

Petrol

16.14 km/l

Economy / Range

—

7 Seater

Seating

4 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023)	Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 15.85 Lakh	₹ 16.24 Lakh
Price Type	Ex-Showroom	Ex-Showroom
Engine
Engine	1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel	Diesel	Petrol
Engine Type	2.0 L Kryotec	2.0L I4 mStallion 150 TGDi
Power	168 bhp @ 3750 rpm	150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW)
Torque	350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm	320 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Automatic (Torque Converter - TC) - 6 Gears, Manual Override
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	807 Km	—
Fuel Economy	16.14 km/l	—
Body
Length	4661 mm	3985 mm
Width	1894 mm	1820 mm
Height	1786 mm	1855 mm
Ground Clearance	205 mm	226 mm
Wheelbase	2741 mm	2450 mm
Turn Radius	5.8 metres	—
Kerb weight	1825 kg	—
Front Tyre	235 / 70 R16	255 / 65 R18
Rear Tyre	235 / 70 R16	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 and Coil Spring	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Steering	Power assisted (Hydraulic)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheel	Steel Rims	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Steel	Alloy
Safety
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	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
Central Lock	With Key	Remote
Speed Sensitive Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Lock	Yes	—
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
NCAP Rating	—	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Hill Descent Control	—	Yes
Park Assist	—	Visual display
Child Seat Anchor Point	—	Yes
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Exterior
Number of Doors	5 Doors	3 Doors
Headlight	Halogen Projector	Halogen
Headlamp Levelling	Yes	Yes
ORVM	Black (Internally Adjustable)	Black (Electrically Adjustable)
Turn Indicators on ORVM	Yes	Optional
Taillamp	LED	LED
External Door Handles	Chrome	Black
Body Coloured Bumper	Yes	—
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Follow Me Home Headlamps	—	Yes
Fog Light	—	Halogen
Interior
Interior	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Scuff Plates	Optional	—
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)
Driver Armrest Storage	Yes	—
Headrest	Front, Second & Third	Front & Rear
Rear Seat	4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, 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
Third Row Seat	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	—
Third Row Seat Type	Bench	—
Third Row Seat Split	50:50 split	—
Interior Colour	Grey / Black	Black
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Interior Door Handles	Black	Black
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	—
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal
Anti Glare Mirror	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Puddle Lamp	Optional	—
Cabin Lamp	Front and Rear	Centre
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	—
Leather Gear Knob	—	Yes
Infotainment
Rear Screen	Optional	—
Instrument	Analogue - Digital	Analogue - Digital
Tripmeter	Electronic 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	Analogue	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 (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents on Pillars	—
Third Row AC	Separate Zone, Vents on Pillars, Common Fan Speed Controls	—
Heater	Yes	Yes
Steering Adjust	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
Headlight Ignition On Reminder	Yes	Yes
12V Power Outlet	Yes	1
Cupholder	Front & Third	Front Only
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	—
Sunglass Holder	Yes	—
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 XE (2021 - 2023) and Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD.

The Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) is priced at ₹ 15.85 Lakh, while the Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD is priced at ₹ 16.24 Lakh.

The Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) delivers 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm power and 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm torque, compared to the Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD which produces 150 bhp @ 5000 rpm (112kW) power and 320 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm torque.

Tata Safari XE (2021 - 2023) features a Manual gearbox with Diesel fuel, while Mahindra Thar LX Convertible Top Petrol AT 4WD comes with a Automatic gearbox and Petrol fuel.