Audi RS Q8 vs Mahindra Thar

Audi RS Q8 Price starts at Rs. 2.22 Crore which is Rs. 2.08 Crore costlier than base model of Mahindra Thar priced at Rs. 14.09 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Mahindra Thar (Diesel Model) is 10 kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi RS Q8 (Top Model) is powered by 3998 cc engine , while Mahindra Thar (Top Model) is powered by 1497 cc engine. The Comparison Audi RS Q8 4.0 TFSI Quattro vs Mahindra Thar Earth Edition Diesel AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Audi RS Q8 vs Mahindra Thar

Key Highlights Audi RS Q8 4.0 TFSI QuattroMahindra Thar Earth Edition Diesel AT
Engine Type V8 Twin Turbo Engine mHawk 130 CRDe
Max Power 591.39bhp@6000rpm 130.07bhp@3750rpm

Audi RS Q8 vs Mahindra Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Audi RS Q8 4.0 TFSI QuattroMahindra Thar Earth Edition Diesel AT
Rating
63 reviews
571 reviews
Brand Name Audi Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.22 Crore View On Road Price Rs. 17.60 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Displacement 3998 cc 2184 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 591.39bhp@6000rpm 130.07bhp@3750rpm
No Of Cylinders 8 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 8-Speed tiptronic 6-Speed AT
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Colors
Audi RS Q8 Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Tyre Size 295/35 R23 255/65 R18
Boot Space 605 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 4,29,874 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 34,046 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 8.86 Lakh RS Q8 Insurance Rs. 97,093 Thar Insurance
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Engine Type
V8 Twin Turbo Engine
mHawk 130 CRDe
Motor Power
48V
...
Engine Displacement
3998 cc
2184 cc
Max Power
591.39bhp@6000rpm
130.07bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque
800Nm@2200-4500rpm
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
8
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed tiptronic
6-Speed AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
2390 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
Mild Hybrid
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
3.8 Sec
...
Fuel Capacity
85 Liters
57 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
...
Mileage (City)
...
9 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
10 kmpl

Suspension Front
Sport Adaptive Air Suspensio
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Suspension Rear
Sport Adaptive Air Suspensio
Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Brakes Front
ceramic Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
ceramic Ventilated Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Hydraulic
Tyre Size
295/35 R23
255/65 R18
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless All-Terrai

Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Sports contoured flat bottomed steering wheel, Contour/Ambient lighting package, Sports seats in front with Alcantara/leather combination Upholstery
Dashboard Grab Handle For Front passenger,MID Display in Instrument Cluster (Coloured),Adventure Statistics,Decorative Vin Plate (Individual to Thar Earth Edition),Headrest (Embossed Dune Design),Stiching ( Beige Stitching elements & Earth branding),Thar branding on door pads (Desert Fury Coloured),Twin Peak logo on Steering ( Dark Chrome),Steering Wheel elements (Desert Fury Coloured),AC Vents (Dual Tone),HVAC housing (Piano black),Center gear Console & Cup Holder accents (Dark Chrome)
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
...
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Front Shoulder Room
1512 mm
...
Rear Shoulder Room
1486 mm
...
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
5
3
Boot Space
605 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
...
Additional Exterior Features
RS Scuff Plates, High Gloss Styling Package, HD Matrix LED Headlamps with Dynamic light design (optional) RS Sports Exhaust System (optional) Black Styling Package with Black Mirror Housing and roof rails (optional) RS Steel brakes with brake calipers in Red (optional) 23" Cast Aluminium alloy Wheels 23" 5-Y-spoke rotor style Matt Titanium Gray (optional) 23" Alloy wheels in 5-Y-spoke rotor, Anthracite Black, diamond-turned (optional) 23" 5-Y-spoke rotor style (optional) 23" 5-Y-spoke rotor style Black (optional)
Hard Top,All-Black Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Wheel Arch Cladding,Side Foot Steps (Moulded),Fender-mounted Radio Antenna,Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel,Illuminated Key Ring,Body Colour (Satin Matte Desert Fury Colour),ORVMs Inserts (Desert Fury Coloured),Vertical slats on the Front grille (Desert Fury Coloured),Mahindra Wordmark (Matte Black),Thar branding (Matte Black),4x4 badging (Matte black With red accents),Automatic badging (Matte black With red accents),Gear Knob accents (Dark Chrome)
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Turn indicators on ORVM
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
5012*2190*1751 mm3
3985*1820*1855 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
226 mm

Connectivity
,Android Auto,
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
...
Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat,Reclining Mechanism,Lockable Glovebox,Electrically Operated HVAC Controls,SMS Read Out
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
Available
...
Tailgate Ajar
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
Not Available
Massage Seats
Front
...
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
...
Drive Modes
2
...
No of Speakers
...
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
...
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touch Screen size
...
7 Inch
Lumbar Support
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Touch Screen
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
Front
...
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Lumbar Support
...
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Automatic Head Lamps
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Head Lights
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Sun Roof
2
...
Moon Roof
2
...

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Head-Up Display
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
8
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Front Axle ( Semi-Floating With 4.3:1 Final Drive),Rear Axle ( Banjo Beam With 4.3:1 Final Drive),Hub Lock ( Automatic ),Brake Specification (Vaccum Assisted Dual Hydraulic Circuit with tandem Master Cylinder),Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (litre)-20(Applicable Only For CRDe Engine),Tool Kit Organiser,Electric Driveline Disconnect on Front Axle,Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differentail,Mechanical Locking Differential ( mHawk 130 only),Washable Floor With Drain Plugs,Welded Tow Hooks In Front & Rear,Tow Hitch Protection,Tyre Direction Monitoring System,Roll-Over Mitigation,Roll Cage,3-Point Seat Belts For Rear Passengers,Panic Braking Signal,Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
Child Safety Lock
...
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Day Night Rear View Mirror
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Over Speeding Alert
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Mahindra Thar

  • Looks modern with tweaked styling and improved interiors. Drivetrain includes petrol
  • diesel and automatic options. 4x4 is standard. Washable interiors are a nice touch. New RWD variant drops the entry price.

Mahindra Thar

  • Mechanical rear locking differential only on the AX (Adventure) trim.
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which car is better Thar or Gurkha?
  • Both the cars are good in their forte. Thar looks modern with tweaked styling and improved interiors. The drivetrain includes petrol, diesel and automatic options. 4x4 is standard. Washable interiors are a nice touch. The Thar's appeal and promise to take you on great adventures is a big draw but living with it every day will still ask you to make many compromises. As a second car or for those who just need the utility of the 4x4 the Thar’s appeal is undeniable. On the other hand, Gurkha's old-school design, comfortable seating for four, pliant low-speed ride, surprisingly easy to drive in the city, and refined engine. Even when it comes to practicality it is spacious and has comfortable seating for four and unlike its main rival, the Mahindra Thar, it gets a proper boot. The engine is more refined than before, it is surprisingly easy to drive at city speeds, and the low-speed ride is very comfortable which makes it quite good for everyday commutes. But it doesn’t quite have the requisite dual personality which we’ve come to expect of modern cars. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more -Mahindra Thar Road Test Review: Has The Monster Been Tamed?.-2021 Force Gurkha first drive review: A good alternative to the Thar?.
  • Thar
Q. How many variants of Thar are available?
  • Mahindra Thar is available in 2 broad trims: AX (O)
Q. Mahindra Thar or Scorpio, which has better fuel economy?
  • Mahindra Scorpio returns better mileage. As the ARAI claimed mileage for all the variants of Mahindra Scorpio is 16.36 Kmpl whereas the ARAI claimed mileage for all the variants of Mahindra Thar is 15.2 Kmpl. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.

Audi RS Q8 Vs Mahindra Thar Comparison FAQs

Which car is cheaper Audi RS Q8 vs Mahindra Thar?

The Mahindra Thar is cheaper than Audi RS Q8 by Rs. 2.04 Crore.

Which car offers better performance Audi RS Q8 vs Mahindra Thar?

For the 4.0 TFSI Quattro version, 3998 cc Petrol engine of RS Q8 produces 591.39bhp@6000rpm of power and 800Nm@2200-4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Earth Edition Diesel AT version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 130.07bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Audi RS Q8
  • Mahindra Thar
  • RS Q8
    it is an attraction magnet 

    I am amazed how smooth and swift the drives are with this model. It does not make any noise or I have not even faced bumps or vibrations while driving it. The maintenance does not cost a lot and i did not face any difficulty while driving it around. i will surely recommend this to others.

    0
    Anonymous 5 days ago
  • RS Q8
    RS Q8 performance 

    My friend is lucky to have­ the Audi RS Q8. This car is very powerful and luxurious. But, the RS Q8 can be e­xpensive to buy and use a lot of gas. Eve­n so, if you want speed, style, and comfort all in one­, the Audi RS Q8 is an excelle­nt choice.

    0
    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • RS Q8
    Good pick up and breaking system  

    The Most powerful SUV from Audi sports car collection. The car engine power is so good to provide us best driving experience. Audi RS Q8 is quickest SUV car in market. Interior car design is so amazing and look like very expensive. i personally like car's High building quality & materials. Driving experience is also very Good. Car performance and safety is Satisfactory. But the car mileage is little low. Car pickup and speed is also so Amazing. Car design is point of attraction for this car.

    0
    Anonymous 2 weeks ago
  • RS Q8
    Where Luxury Takes the Wheel: Audi RS Q8 

    The Audi RSQ8 is a sports Utility Vehicle equipped with high power technology as well as luxury and the agility to give shocking impression. It has a distinctive graceful design, a confident stance, and a classy style that is unique in its own right. A beast of a car, the RSQ8, with the V8 power engine beneath the hood, brings the ecstasy of incredible acceleration and dynamic handling that usually appeases the interested people entirely. Well, the cabin is cozily decorated with the premium detailing materials and the state-of-the-art tech and hence, it offers you both the comfort and the luxury. Even if the car is tearing up the track, cruising on the highway or doing something else, the RSQ8 can provide such a thrilling experience based on the driver’s preference. After finishing driving the car, the person will undoubtedly remember the moment.

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    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
  • RS Q8
    to empower the next generation  

    Audi RS Q8 is an excelling vehicle in the car industry. I feel the price range of this vehicle is a bit high and expensive. But since its a convenient vehicle, the price has to be around that much. The looks are amazing, quite classy and turns heads on roads. It is an electric car model, With 5 doors and has a powerful engine, good mileage and good ground clearance. Its maintenance is not much and does not demand a lot of attention.

    0
    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
  • RS Q8 User Reviews
  • Thar
    the coolest model ever 

    Mahindra Thar is such a diverse model. It provides a lot of options to the owners to customize according to themselves. It is a five seater hatchback. I own the white colour od the car. The drive quality is of premium level and hands down the best. Its looks so attractive an quirky that it is sure to grab attention everywhere.

    0
    Anonymous 4 days ago
  • Thar
    Rainy season 

    Best for off-road and in rainy season the look of thar is completely different than others cars

    0
    Raghu (Verified User) 4 days ago
  • Thar
    A True Off-Roader with Room for Improvement 

    My adventures over the past six months with the new Mahindra Thar have been nothing short of spectacular. This rugged machine, equipped with a 2.2-liter mHawk diesel engine, which delivers a decent 130 PS and a robust 300 Nm of torque is built to tackle any terrain. The 4x4 capability means that muddy fields and rocky paths are a breeze for Thar.Though the Thar shines off road, daily driving paints a different picture. For starters, its heavy steering and firm suspension can make regular city commutes quite a task.

    0
    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Thar
    Good quality 

    This car is very good quality and very very very good and this card body materials are very hard and very good design.

    0
    Snehasish (Verified User) 2 weeks ago
  • Thar
    Good experience 

    It was good experience as i never had 4 wheel drive before but the only problem we face in thar is boot space

    0
    Karan (Verified User) 2 weeks ago
  • Thar
    4.7
    Thrilling ride 

    Driving the thar is like taking a journey back in time while embracing modern comforts.Its rugged exterior hints at its off-road prowess, And once inside, You're greeted with a blend of functionality and refinement.The commanding seating position gives a sense of confidence on the road, While the responsive steering and smooth transmission make manoeuvring effortless.Whether tackling rough terrain or cruising on the highway, The thar's capable engine ensures a thrilling ride.However, Its old-school design may not appeal to everyone, And the cabin could feel cramped for taller passengers.Overall, The thar offers a nostalgic driving experience with enough modern amenities to keep you comfortable on any adventure.

    0
    Shibam (Verified User) 2 weeks ago
  • Thar
    Road enthusiasts 

    The mahindra thar has gained widespread acclaim for its iconic design, Robust build quality, And impressive off-road capabilities.It's often commended for its ruggedness and versatility, Making it suitable for various terrains and driving conditions.The latest model offers modern features and improved comfort compared to its predecessor, Enhancing the overall driving experience.However, Some users have reported issues with cabin noise and ride comfort, Particularly on rough roads.Despite these concerns, The thar remains a popular choice among adventure seekers and off-road enthusiasts, Thanks to its timeless appeal and dependable performance.

    0
    Raj (Verified User) 2 weeks ago
  • Thar
    Mahindra Thar: The Off-Road King 

    Ever since I got my hands on the Mahindra Thar, it has been an exhilarating journey of discovering landscapes I never thought I would explore. This beast, with its 2.2 liter mHawk diesel engine pushing out 130hp is unapologetically powerful and ready to tackle the most challenging terrains. The 4x4 capability makes it a dream for off road enthusiasts like myself.However, driving through city traffic in the Thar is where the romance slightly fades.The heavy steering and the firm suspension setup, while perfect for rugged terrains and uncomfortable on urban roads.

    0
    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
  • Thar
    shines bright every where 

    A perfect for adventure car model, the Mahindra Thar is an iconic and powerful car model. I have been driving this since quite a few months and have enjoyed the rides. My experience has been so good that i will recommend this to people who are looking to buy such a car that meets all their needs. I admire its powerful engine, with which this car model ensures a reliable drive through for long urbanic commute or even off roading while maintaining the fuel efficiency at its best.

    0
    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
  • Thar User Reviews

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