Hyundai i20 vs Mahindra Thar OG

Last Updated: September 25, 2026

Hyundai i20 price starts at Rs. 6.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.32 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar OG, priced at Rs. 10.32 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the i20 offers a claimed 16 kmpl, while the Thar delivers 9 kmpl. On the performance front, the i20 uses a 1197cc engine producing 82bhp@6000rpm and the Thar a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm. If you're deciding between the i20 and Thar, the i20 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar stands out for performance.

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i20 vs Thar Comparison Summary

Specification Hyundai i20Mahindra Thar OG
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 6.00 LakhRs. 10.32 Lakh
Mileage 16 kmpl9 kmpl
Engine 1197 cc1497 cc
Max power 82bhp@6000rpm116.93bhp@3500rpm

i20 vs Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Hyundai i20 EraMahindra Thar OG 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD
Rating
93 reviews
36 reviews
Brand Name Hyundai Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1197 cc 1497 cc
Body Type HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 82bhp@6000rpm 116.93bhp@3500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
Hyundai i20 Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 16 Kmpl 9 kmpl
Tyre Size 185/70 R14 255/65 R18
Boot Space 311 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front 6
EMI
Rs. 11,601 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 34,826 i20 Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1197 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
1.2 l Kappa
D117 CRDe
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1497 cc
Max Power
82bhp@6000rpm
116.93bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque
114.7Nm@4200rpm
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
37 Liters
55 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
16 Kmpl
9 kmpl

Shock Absorbers Type
Gas Type
Not Available
steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinion
Suspension Front
Not Available
2
Suspension Rear
6
3
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
185/70 R14
255/65 R18
Wheel Size
14
18
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless Highway Terrain

Additional Interior Features
Sunglass holder
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
4.2 inch
Upholstery
Fabric
Vinyl
Rear Seat Headrest
3
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Sami (Monochrome)
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
5
Not Available
Boot Space
311 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Additional Exterior Features
High mount stop lamp,Parametric jewel pattern grille,Painted black finish-Air curtain garnish,Tailgate garnish,Side wing spoiler,Skid plate-Silver finish,Outside door handles-Body coloured,Outside rear view mirror-Body coloured,Body colour bumpers,B pillar black out tape
Not Available
Wheel Covers
Yes
Not Available
ORVM
Manual
Manual
Boot Opening
Not Available
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
No
Not Available
Chrome Garnish
No
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
No
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Taillights
No
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Not Available
Trunk Light
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Antenna
Pole-Micro
Not Available
LED Headlamps
No
No
Length*Width*Height
3995*1775*1505 mm3
3995*1870*1855 mm3
Wheelbase
2580 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
232 mm
No. Of Doors
5
Not Available

Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Brake Locking Differential
USB Charger
Front
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Battery Saver
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
No
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
4
Not Available
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
High mount stop lamp,Parametric jewel pattern grille,Painted black finish-Air curtain garnish,Tailgate garnish,Side wing spoiler,Skid plate-Silver finish,Outside door handles-Body coloured,Outside rear view mirror-Body coloured,Body colour bumpers,B pillar black out tape
Brake Locking Differential
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front Only
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & telescopic
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
0 inch
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
No
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Not Available
Rear ACVents
No
Yes
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
No
Not Available
Voice Commands
No
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
No
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
No
Not Available
Safety Airbags
Not Available
Driver & Passenger,Front Side,Rear Side
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Roll Cage
Global NCAP Safety Rating
3 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
3 Star
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
No
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
Not Available

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
No
Not Available
SOS Button
No
Not Available
RSA
No
Not Available
Smartwatch App
No
Not Available
Live Location
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
No
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
No
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
No
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hyundai i20
  • Well built & premium interior
  • Loaded with segment-first features
  • Wide range of engines/transmissions to choose from
Hyundai i20
  • Tall users will want more front headroom
  • Higher variants priced at a premium over rivals
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Hyundai i20 Vs Mahindra Thar FAQs

Which car is best between Hyundai i20 vs Mahindra Thar?
As per the users experiences Hyundai i20 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Mahindra Thar OG is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Which car is cheaper Hyundai i20 vs Mahindra Thar?
The Hyundai i20 is cheaper than Mahindra Thar OG by ₹4.32 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Hyundai i20 vs Mahindra Thar?
For the Era version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of i20 produces 82bhp@6000rpm of power and 114.7Nm@4200rpm of torque. Whereas for the 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 116.93bhp@3500rpm of power and 300Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hyundai i20 has better performance.

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