Isuzu D-Max vs Mahindra Thar

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Isuzu D-Max price starts at Rs. 9.98 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.82 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar, priced at Rs. 17.80 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the D-Max offers a claimed 14 kmpl, while the Thar 2025-2026 delivers 9 kmpl. On the performance front, the D-Max uses a 2499cc engine producing 77.77bhp@3800rpm and the Thar 2025-2026 a 2184cc engine producing 130bhp@3750rpm. If you're deciding between the D-Max and Thar 2025-2026, the D-Max is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar 2025-2026 stands out for performance.

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D-Max vs Thar 2025-2026 Comparison Summary

Specification Isuzu D-MaxMahindra Thar
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.98 LakhRs. 17.80 Lakh
Mileage 14 kmpl9 kmpl
Engine 2499 cc2184 cc
Max power 77.77bhp@3800rpm130bhp@3750rpm

D-Max vs Thar 2025-2026 Key Highlights

Basic Info ISUZU D-Max EX CBC HR 2.0Mahindra Thar LXT 4WD Diesel AT
Rating
26 reviews
234 reviews
Brand Name ISUZU Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.98 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 17.80 Lakh
Engine Displacement 2499 cc 2184 cc
Body Type Pick Up,SUV SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 77.77bhp@3800rpm 130bhp@3750rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 5-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type RWD 4WD
Colors
ISUZU D-Max Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 14 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 205 R16C 255/65 R18
Boot Space 1495 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Not Available Yes
Cruise Control Not Available Yes
Airbags Yes Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 19,306 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 67,709 D-Max Insurance Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Displacement
2499 cc
2184 cc
Engine Type
VGT Intercooled Diesel
mHawk 130 CRDe
Engine Displacement
2499 cc
2184 cc
Max Power
77.77bhp@3800rpm
130bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque
176Nm@1500-2400rpm
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
5-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
4WD
Kerb Weight
1550 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
55 Liters
57 Liters
Mileage (City)
Not Available
9 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
12 kmpl
11 kmpl
Mileage (ARAI)
14 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
18
steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinion
Suspension Front
Double wishbone suspension
2
Suspension Rear
Leaf spring suspension
3
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Power
Hydraulic
Minimum Turning Radius
6.3 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
205 R16C
255/65 R18
Wheel Size
16
Not Available
Tyre Type
Radial, Tubeless
Tubeless All-Terrain

Additional Interior Features
Fabric Seat Cover and Moulded Roof Lining,High Contrast New Gen Digital Display with Clock,Large A-Pillar Assist Grip,Multiple Storage Compartments,Twin Glove Box,Vinyl Floor Cover
Not Available
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
4.2 inch
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Not Available
Fabric
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Sami(Coloured)
Air Conditioner
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
1495
Not Available
Seating Capacity
2
4
Doors
2
3
Boot Space
1495 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Not Available
Powered
Boot Opening
Not Available
Manual
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
Not Available
Optional
Antenna
Yes
Fender-mounted
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
5375*1860*1800 mm3
3985*1820*1855 mm3
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
220 mm
226 mm
No. Of Doors
2
3

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Blower with Heater,Dust and Pollen Filter,Inner and Outer Dash Noise Insulation,Clutch Footrest,Front Wiper with Intermittent Mode,ORVMs with Adjustment Retension,Co-Driver Seat Sliding,Sun Visor for Driver & Co-Driver,Twin 12V Mobile Charging Points
Adventure Statistics Gen II, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential,Mechanical Locking Differential
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
wireless android auto play
Automatic Climate Control
No
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
Not Available
4
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
Fabric Seat Cover and Moulded Roof Lining,High Contrast New Gen Digital Display with Clock,Large A-Pillar Assist Grip,Multiple Storage Compartments,Twin Glove Box,Vinyl Floor Cover
Adventure Statistics Gen II, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential,Mechanical Locking Differential
No of Tweeter
No
2
Power Windows
Not Available
Front Only
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
AC
Not Available
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Not Available
Yes
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
10.24 inch
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Not Available
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Not Available
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Yes
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Not Available
Yes
No of Airbags
Yes
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Hydraulic Brake with Large Booster and LSPV, Ventilated Front Disc Brake with Twin Pot Caliper,Brake Override System,Chassis and Cabin with Crumple Zones,Cross Car Front Beam,Door Side Intrusion Beams,Steel Skid Plate with Engine Bottom Guard,ELR Seat Belts,Warning Lights and Buzzers
Roll Cage
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
4 Star
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
4 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Day Night IRVM
No
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
No
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
No
No

grossWeight
2990
Not Available
frontTread
1596 mm
Not Available
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ISUZU D-Max Vs Mahindra Thar 2025-2026 FAQs

Which car is best between ISUZU D-Max vs Mahindra Thar 2025-2026?
As per the users experiences Isuzu D-Max is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Mahindra Thar is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and comfort. On the basis of maintenance and safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper ISUZU D-Max vs Mahindra Thar 2025-2026?
The Isuzu D-Max is cheaper than Mahindra Thar by ₹7.82 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance ISUZU D-Max vs Mahindra Thar 2025-2026?
For the EX CBC HR 2.0 version, 2499 cc Diesel engine of D-Max produces 77.77bhp@3800rpm of power and 176Nm@1500-2400rpm of torque. Whereas for the LXT 4WD Diesel AT version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Thar 2025-2026 produces 130bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Isuzu D-Max has better performance.

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