Mahindra Thar OG vs Nissan Magnite

Last Updated: September 25, 2026

Nissan Magnite price starts at Rs. 5.68 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.64 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar OG, priced at Rs. 10.32 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Thar offers a claimed 9 kmpl, while the Magnite delivers 19.4 kmpl. On the performance front, the Thar uses a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm and the Magnite a 999cc engine producing 71bhp@6250rpm. If you're deciding between the Thar and Magnite, the Magnite is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar stands out for performance.

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Thar vs Magnite Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra Thar OGNissan Magnite
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.32 LakhRs. 5.68 Lakh
Mileage 9 kmpl19.4 kmpl
Engine 1497 cc999 cc
Max power 116.93bhp@3500rpm71bhp@6250rpm

Thar vs Magnite Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Thar OG 1.5L AXT Diesel RWDNissan Magnite Visia
Rating
36 reviews
23 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Nissan
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.68 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 116.93bhp@3500rpm 71bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Nissan Magnite Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 9 kmpl 19.4 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 195/60R16
Boot Space Not Available 336 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags 6 Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 10,988 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance Rs. 27,805 Magnite Insurance
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Displacement
1497 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
D117 CRDe
1.0 B4D
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
999 cc
Max Power
116.93bhp@3500rpm
71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
96Nm@3400 -3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
3
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1019 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
No

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
55 Liters
40 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
9 kmpl
19.4 Kmpl

Shock Absorbers Type
Not Available
Double Acting
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinion
Not Available
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
3
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5 m
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
195/60R16
Wheel Size
18
16
Tyre Type
Tubeless Highway Terrain
Tubeless Radial

Digital Cluster Size
4.2 inch
3.5
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Vinyl
Fabric
Glove Box Light
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Sami (Monochrome)
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
4
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
Not Available
336 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Manual
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
No
Integrated Antenna
No
Not Available
LED DRLs
No
No
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
LED Taillights
Yes
No
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Side Stepper
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
No
Trunk Light
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
No
Length*Width*Height
3995*1870*1855 mm3
3994*1758*1572 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
232 mm
205 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

Addtional Comfort Features
Brake Locking Differential
Not Available
USB Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
3
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Brake Locking Differential
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
50:50 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
No
Touchscreen
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
No
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
No
Push Ignition
Not Available
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
No
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger,Front Side,Rear Side
Not Available
Airbags
6
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
No
Advance Safety Features
Roll Cage
3 Point Seat-Belt for All Seats
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
3 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
No
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
No
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1402 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Nissan Magnite
  • Improved safety with 6-airbags standard
  • Turbo petrol engine
  • Lots of features
  • Spacious and good looking cabin
Nissan Magnite
  • Interior build quality is still not great
  • CVT Not as smooth as expected
  • Missing a sunroof and connected car technology
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Mahindra Thar Vs Nissan Magnite FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Thar vs Nissan Magnite?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Thar OG is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and safety in your car. But Nissan Magnite is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar vs Nissan Magnite?
The Nissan Magnite is cheaper than Mahindra Thar OG by ₹4.64 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar vs Nissan Magnite?
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. Whereas for the Visia version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Magnite produces 71bhp@6250rpm of power and 96Nm@3400 -3600rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar OG has better performance.

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