Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki XL6

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Maruti Suzuki XL6 price starts at Rs. 13.13 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.67 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar, priced at Rs. 17.80 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Thar offers a claimed 11 kmpl, while the XL6 delivers 20.97 kmpl. On the performance front, the Thar uses a 2184cc engine producing 130bhp@3750rpm and the XL6 a 1462cc engine producing 101.64bhp@6000rpm. If you're deciding between the Thar and XL6, the XL6 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Thar stands out for performance.

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Thar vs XL6 Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra TharMaruti Suzuki XL6
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.80 LakhRs. 13.13 Lakh
Mileage 11 kmpl20.97 kmpl
Engine 2184 cc1462 cc
Max power 130bhp@3750rpm101.64bhp@6000rpm
Top speed Not Available170 Km/h

Thar vs XL6 Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra Thar LXT 4WD Diesel ATMaruti XL6 Alpha Plus Dual Tone
Rating
269 reviews
94 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.80 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.13 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 1462 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars MUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 130bhp@3750rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type 4WD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 11 kmpl 20.97 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 195/60 R16
Boot Space Not Available 209 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 34,424 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 25,396 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 26,935 / 5 years
Insurance Thar Insurance Rs. 59,717 XL6 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
2184 cc
1462 cc
Engine Type
mHawk 130 CRDe
K15C Smart Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
1462 cc
Max Power
130bhp@3750rpm
101.64bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
136.8Nm@4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1200 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
57 Liters
45 Liters
Top Speed
Not Available
170 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
11 kmpl
20.97 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
9 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
11 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18
Not Available
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Electric
Suspension Front
2
Not Available
Suspension Rear
3
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Not Available
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.2 m
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
195/60 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless All-Terrai
Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Digital Cluster Size
4.2 inch
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Fabric
Leatherette
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Footwell Lamp
Digital Cluster
Sami(Coloured)
Semi
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
4
6
Doors
3
Not Available
Boot Space
Not Available
209 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
ORVM
Powered
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Side Stepper
Yes
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Fender-mounted
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
3985*1820*1855 mm3
4445*1775*1755 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2740 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
226 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
3
Not Available

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Adventure Statistics Gen II, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential,Mechanical Locking Differential
Not Available
USB Charger
Not Available
Front
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
wireless android auto play
Wireless, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
4
4
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
Adventure Statistics Gen II, Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential,Mechanical Locking Differential
Gear Position Indicator
No of Tweeter
2
2
Power Windows
Front Only
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.24 inch
7 inch
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
50:50 Split
3rd Row 50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Not Available
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Not Available

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

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
Not Available
Yes
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Tow Away Alert
Not Available
Yes
Valet Mode
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
No

grossWeight
Not Available
1740

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Maruti Suzuki XL6
  • Larger, two-tone 16-inch alloys
  • 4 airbags
  • Ventilated seats
  • Better Infotainment Interface
  • Revised, refined engine
  • 6-speed automatic option with paddle shifts
Maruti Suzuki XL6
  • No XL7 version at the time of launch
  • Prices have jumped up
  • Engine lacks punch for highway overtakes

Is Maruti XL6 Better Than Mahindra Thar?

100% users have chosen Maruti XL6 over Mahindra Thar in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 649 users have also rated Maruti XL6 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 XL6 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort, maintenance and features in your car. But Mahindra Thar is better on the grounds of performance and safety.
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 XL6
Mileage 4.1 3.9
Performance 4.3 4.5
Comfort 4.5 4.2
Maintenance 4.4 4.0
Safety 3.9 4.4
Features 4.2 4.1
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better, Tata Harrier or Maruti XL6?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. Tata Harrier has got the design to impress, and save for some minor misses it’s well-equipped too. It’s definitely the one to pick if you want the big SUV experience, or if you want to be chauffeured around to work. Yes, it’s not the easiest to drive inside the city (and that's largely down to its big size), but we reckon one can get used to it over time. It’s the one that currently offers the best blend of city and highway drivability. 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.

Mahindra Thar Vs Maruti Suzuki XL6 FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
As per the users experiences Mahindra Thar is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and safety in your car. But Maruti Suzuki XL6 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
The Maruti Suzuki XL6 is cheaper than Mahindra Thar by ₹4.67 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
For the LXT 4WD Diesel AT version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 130bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the Alpha Plus Dual Tone version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of XL6 produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 136.8Nm@4400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar has better performance.

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