Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Last Updated: September 12, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Baleno price starts at Rs. 5.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.53 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar ROXX, priced at Rs. 12.52 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Thar ROXX offers a claimed 12.4 kmpl, while the Baleno delivers 23.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the Thar ROXX uses a 1997cc engine producing 160bhp@5000rpm and the Baleno a 1197cc engine producing 82bhp@5700rpm. If you're deciding between the Thar ROXX and Baleno, the Baleno is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar ROXX stands out for performance.

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Thar ROXX vs Baleno Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra Thar ROXXMaruti Suzuki Baleno
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.52 LakhRs. 5.99 Lakh
Mileage 12.4 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Engine 1997 cc1197 cc
Max power 160bhp@5000rpm82bhp@5700rpm

Thar ROXX vs Baleno Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Thar ROXX MX1 RWDMaruti Baleno Sigma
Rating
41 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.52 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1997 cc 1197 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 160bhp@5000rpm 82bhp@5700rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar ROXX Colors
Maruti Suzuki Baleno Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 12.4 Kmpl 23.8 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 185/65 R15
Boot Space Not Available 318 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front 6
EMI
Rs. 24,219 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 11,585 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 77,503 Thar ROXX Insurance Rs. 34,796 Baleno Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
1997 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
2.0L mStallion
1.2L Z12E
Engine Displacement
1997 cc
1197 cc
Max Power
160bhp@5000rpm
82bhp@5700rpm
Max Torque
330Nm@1500-3000rpm
112.4Nm@4500rpm
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
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
57 Liters
37 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
12.4 Kmpl
23.8 Kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinio
Wheels Type
Not Available
Steel without Cover
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
4.85
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
18
15
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
No
No
Additional Interior Features
SUNGLASS HOLDER
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Rear Seat Headrest
Not Available
4
Digital Cluster
Yes
Semi
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
Not Available
Boot Space
Not Available
318 Liters

ORVM
Not Available
Manual
Boot Opening
Not Available
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
No
LED DRLs
Yes
No
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
LED Headlamps
Yes
No
Length*Width*Height
4428*1870*1923 mm3
3990*1745*1530 mm3
Wheelbase
2850 mm
2520 mm
No. Of Doors
5
Not Available

USB Charger
Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
No
Adjustable Steering
3
3
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
Yes
No
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
SUNGLASS HOLDER
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
No
Cupholders
Front Only
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
No
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.25 inch
0 inch
Wireless Phone Charging
No
No
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
No
Touchscreen
Yes
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
No
Air Quality Control
No
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
No
No
Powered Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Cooled Glovebox
No
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
Touch-screen Display
Yes
No
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
No
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
No
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
360 View Camera
No
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Safety Airbags
Not Available
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtai
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)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
No
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Engine Drag Torque Control
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
No
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
Not Available

Automatic Emergency Braking
No
No
Forward Collision Warning
No
No
Lane Departure Warning
No
No
Lane Keep Assist
No
No
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
No

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
No
Google / Alexa Connectivity
No
No
SOS Button
No
No
Smartwatch App
Not Available
No
Live Location
Not Available
No
Remote Immobiliser
Not Available
No
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
No
Engine Start Alarm
Not Available
No
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
No
ECall And ICall
No
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
No
Tow Away Alert
Not Available
No
Valet Mode
Not Available
No
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
No
Remote Ac On Off
No
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
No
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
No
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
1410 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra Thar ROXX
  • Old-school boxy SUV styling is charming and attention-grabbing
  • Both engines offer punchy performance and good driveability
  • Loaded features-list including safety features, cabin space is generous and seats are comfortable too
Mahindra Thar ROXX
  • Stiff ride quality makes bumps and potholes make their presence felt in the cabin
  • Body roll is apparent even on smooth roads
  • Infotainment experience can be glitchy at times
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Mahindra Thar ROXX Vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Thar ROXX is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your car. But Maruti Suzuki Baleno is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and safety.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is cheaper than Mahindra Thar ROXX by ₹6.53 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno delivers better mileage 23.8 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar ROXX vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno?
For the MX1 RWD version, 1997 cc Petrol engine of Thar ROXX produces 160bhp@5000rpm of power and 330Nm@1500-3000rpm of torque. Whereas for the Sigma version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Baleno produces 82bhp@5700rpm of power and 112.4Nm@4500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar ROXX has better performance.

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