Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga price starts at Rs. 8.85 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.47 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar, priced at Rs. 10.32 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Thar offers a claimed 11 kmpl, while the Ertiga delivers 20.51 kmpl. On the performance front, the Thar uses a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm and the Ertiga a 1462cc engine producing 101.64bhp@6000rpm. If you're deciding between the Thar and Ertiga, the Ertiga is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar stands out for performance.

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Thar vs Ertiga Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra TharMaruti Suzuki Ertiga
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.32 LakhRs. 8.85 Lakh
Mileage 11 kmpl20.51 kmpl
Engine 1497 cc1462 cc
Max power 116.93bhp@3500rpm101.64bhp@6000rpm

Thar vs Ertiga Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Thar AXT RWD DieselMaruti Ertiga Lxi
Rating
269 reviews
197 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 8.85 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1462 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars MUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 116.93bhp@3500rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type RWD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 11 kmpl 20.51 Kmpl
Tyre Size 245/75 R16 185/65 R15
Boot Space Not Available 209 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 17,120 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 26,088 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance Rs. 45,325 Ertiga Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
1497 cc
1462 cc
Engine Type
D117 CRDe
K15C Smart Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
1462 cc
Max Power
116.93bhp@3500rpm
101.64bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
139Nm@4300rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
No
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1150-1205 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
45 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
11 kmpl
20.51 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
9 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
11 kmpl
Not Available

steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Not Available
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
3
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Not Available
Power
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.2 m
Tyre Size
245/75 R16
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
16
15
Tyre Type
Tubeless All-Terrai
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Digital Cluster Size
4.2 inch
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Not Available
Fabric
Digital Cluster
Sami (Monochrome)
Semi
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
4
7
Doors
3
5
Boot Space
Not Available
209 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Manual
Not Available
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Integrated Antenna
No
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Side Stepper
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
3985*1820*1850 mm3
4395*1735*1690 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2740 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
226 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
3
5

Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Android Auto
No
No
Apple CarPlay
No
No
Bluetooth
No
No
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front Only
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Not Available
Yes
Rear Window Washer
Yes
No
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Not Available
No
Integrated 2-Din Audio
No
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
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
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
No
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
No
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Not Available
No
AM/FM Radio
No
No
Touch-screen Display
No
No
Speakers Front
No
No
Speakers Rear
No
No
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
No
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
No
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
No
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
No
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Roll Cage
Suzuki Heartect Platform
Global NCAP Safety Rating
4 Star
1 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
4 Star
2 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
No
Keyless Entry
Yes
No
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
No
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
No
Yes

Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
No
Smartwatch App
Not Available
No
Live Location
Not Available
No
Remote Immobiliser
Not Available
No
Tow Away Alert
Not Available
No
Valet Mode
Not Available
No
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1760 kg

Warranty Time
Not Available
2 Years
Warranty Distance
Not Available
40000 Kms

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
  • Looks better
  • Four airbags in the top-end variant
  • 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters
  • CNG is available with more features
  • Claimed efficiency gets a slight boost
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
  • Not much change to the exterior
  • Power numbers have dropped slightly
  • Prices have jumped up

Is Maruti Ertiga Better Than Mahindra Thar?

50% users have chosen Maruti Ertiga over Mahindra Thar in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 924 users have also rated Maruti Ertiga and Mahindra Thar on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Maruti Ertiga is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Mahindra Thar is better on the grounds of performance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Thar Ertiga
Mileage 4.1 3.9
Performance 4.1 4.5
Comfort 4.2 4.2
Maintenance 4.2 4.0
Safety 3.6 4.4
Features 3.9 4.1
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is a better option: Maruti Ertiga or Maruti XL6?
  • The Ertiga is still one of the most sensible family cars to buy on a budget. It is a very comfortable 7-seater family car with high fuel efficiency. On the other hand, the updates to the XL6 make it a better family MPV. Especially the added safety and convenience features are a welcome addition. The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers a better road presence with new safety and premium features are a welcome addition. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. What is the difference between Ertiga ZXI and Ertiga ZXI Plus?
  • Reverse Camera is only for ZXI Plus model
  • Ertiga ZXI and ZXI Plus come with almost the same features, only one feature is different which is Cruise Control over the ZXI variant.

Mahindra Thar Vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Thar is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is cheaper than Mahindra Thar by ₹1.47 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?
For the AXT RWD Diesel version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 116.93bhp@3500rpm of power and 300Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Lxi version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of Ertiga produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 139Nm@4300rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar has better performance.

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