Top 5 Mahindra Thar Alternatives You Can Consider at the Same Price

The Mahindra Thar is undoubtedly the most popular lifestyle vehicle in India. The Thar has proved itself as a real off-roader because of its powerful engine and robust body language. The lifestyle vehicle offers a combination of features and power to its customers which is a major reason for its popularity in India. The only aspect where Thar lagged is the practicality but with the launch of Thar Roxx on August 15, Mahindra is going to solve this problem too. While Thar nameplate is a legacy in itself, it too has some rivals in the market. If you are the one who is a bit inclined towards Mahindra Thar, but considering other options as well, this article is for you. Here, we will list the top 5 rivals of the Mahindra Thar you can choose from at the same price range. Before moving ahead, join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay updated on the latest automotive news.

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Mahindra Thar Vs Rivals: Price Range

Although Thar is a good off-roading vehicle, it lacks the qualities of being a comfortable family-centric SUV. So, if you are the one with 5-6 members in your family, Thar is not a practical choice for you. The vehicle you are buying should meet all your needs and requirements so that you won't regret it later on. Below you can check the price range of Thar and its rivals in India.

1. Mahindra Scorpio Classic

Starts at Rs. 16.53 lakh

However, there are so many SUVs available in the market, only a few manage to match the power and performance of the Thar. The Scorpio Classic is one of them. This SUV is going to disappoint you if you are a performance enthusiast and with this you also get a spacious cabin with up to 9 seater configuration. As for the power, there is a 2.2-litre diesel engine paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. This setup makes 132 ps of power and 300 nm of torque.

In terms of features, you get a large 9-inch infotainment screen, automatic climate control and cruise control. Safety-wise, the Thar offers dual-front airbags and rear parking sensors.

Maruti Jimny

Starts at Rs. Rs. 14.66 lakh (On-road, Delhi)

The Maruti Jimy is another popular off-roading vehicle on our list. It is one of the straight rivals of the Thar available in India. The Jimny is offered in two variants- Zeta and Alpha and then you get sub-variant under these trims. The Maruti Jimny sources its power from a 1.5-litre petrol engine that produces 105 PS of power and 134 Nm of torque. You can choose between two- 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission. The biggest advantage of Jimny is that it is available in a 5-door version which is not available for the Thar yet hence Jimny feels much more practical than the Thar.

As far as the features are concerned, the Jimny gets features such as a 9-inch infotainment screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker music system, automatic climate control and cruise control. In terms of safety, it features six airbags as standard, electronic stability control, rear-view camera and hill-hold assist.

Mahindra Bolero

Starts at Rs. 11.29 lakh

Bolero is another Mahindra SUV on our list which can be a good alternative to the Thar. The Bolero is an established nameplate in India because of its reliability. The Bolero is offered in three variants in India- B4, B6 and B6(O). It is a 5-seater family SUV with a powerful and time-tested 1.5-litre diesel engine that makes 76 bhp of power and 210 Nm of torque. The diesel mill comes paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

In terms of features, the Bolero is decently loaded. It gets features such as a semi-digital instrument cluster, manual AC, power windows, music system and power steering.

Force Gurkha 5 Door

Starts at Rs. 20.15 lakh

The Force Gurkha directly competes with the Mahindra Thar in India. It is now also available in 5 5-door version in our market. The Force Gurkha has the best-in-class ground clearance of 233mm. This lifestyle vehicle is powered by a 2.6-litre diesel engine that produces 140 PS of power and 320 Nm of torque. For transmission, there is a sole 5-speed manual option with a 4WD setup.

In terms of features, the Gurkha 5 door gets a 9-inch infotainment system, digital driver's display, manual AC and powered windows. Safety-wise, the Gurkha features dual-front airbags and TPMS.

Hyundai Creta

Starts at Rs. 13.60 lakh

While it doesn't belong to this segment, the Hyundai Creta is a great feature-packed family-oriented SUV. I must mention that the Hyundai Creta is also the top-selling mid-size SUV in India. The Creta is offered in seven trims- E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech and SX(O). The mid-size SUV is available in three engine options- a 1.5 litre NA, 1.5 litre turbo petrol and a 1.5 litre diesel engine.

On the feature front, the Hyundai Creta gets dual 10.25-inch touchscreen displays- one for infotainment and another as a digital instrument cluster. Other features of the SUV include a connected car tech, dual-zone climate control, wireless charging, 8 speaker Bose audio system, ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera.

Note: All prices mentioned above are on-road, Delhi. We suggest you visit your nearest dealership to get your city-specific details

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