Maruti Jimny vs Mahindra Thar – Key Differences

Latest Update: The highly anticipated Maruti Suzuki Jimny has finally made its way to the Indian market. As a result, we’ve swiftly conducted a price comparison with the Thar.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny is all set to hit the market on June 7, 2023. Bookings for this lifestyle off-roader are already in progress, and more than 30,000 customers have already secured their reservations. Given its significant pre-launch demand, it is expected to pose a significant threat to the Mahindra Thar, which is well-known for its robust appeal and off-road capabilities.

While the Thar roams the roads with its charismatic 3-door presence, fueled by both petrol and diesel engine options, the Jimny breaks the mould as a spirited 5-door companion, embracing the pure power of petrol alone. Below, we present a captivating comparison between these two extraordinary companions, providing insights into their unique attributes and qualities.

Dimensions

	Jimny	Thar
Length	3985mm	3985mm
Width	1645mm	1820mm
Height	1720mm	1850mm
Wheelbase	2590mm	2450mm
Ground clearance	210mm	226mm
Wheel Size	15-inch Alloys	16-inch steel wheels / 18-inch alloys
No of Doors	5	3
Seating Capacity	4	4

• The Thar is wider by 175mm and taller by 130mm, which should result in more shoulder and headroom.
• Despite the same length of both of these SUVs, the Jimny has a longer wheelbase of 140mm, which should result in better legroom.
• In the realm of off-roading, the Thar holds an advantage with its 16mm higher ground clearance and larger alloys, allowing it to conquer challenging terrains with greater ease and confidence.
• Both the Jimny and Thar are compact SUVs that can typically accommodate up to 4 passengers (including the driver). However, the Thar lacks a dedicated rear door, which can cause inconvenience in entering the rear row since it needs to adjust the front seats. In contrast, the Jimny provides the convenience of a separate door for rear passengers, making it a more practical offering.

Roof-top Choices

• The Mahindra Thar offers a convertible soft rooftop as well as a plastic-composite hard top, providing versatility and style choices. On the other hand, the Jimny solely offers a fixed metal top.

Engine Specifications

	Jimny	Thar Petrol	Thar Diesel
Engine	1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol	2-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre / 2.2-litre
Power	105PS	152PS	119PS / 130PS
Torque	134Nm	Up to 320Nm	300Nm
Transmission	5-speed MT / 4-speed AT	6-speed MT / 6-speed AT	6-speed MT / 6-speed AT (with 2.2L engine only)
Drivetrain	4×4	4×2 / 4×4	4×2 (1.5L engine), 4×4 (2.2L engine)
Fuel Economy	up to 16.94kmpl	up to 12.4kmpl	≈ 15.2kmpl

• With its larger 2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the Thar delivers 45PS and up to 180Nm of more torque than the Maruti Suzuki Jimny.
• The Thar also gives you the flexibility to choose between 4X4 and 4X2 drivetrain based on your specific requirements.
• Furthermore, the Thar offers two extremely torquey diesel engine options, which are quite popular among auto enthusiasts.

Off-Road Attributes

	Jimny	Thar
Approach Angle	36°	42°
Ramp breakover angle	24°	27°
Departure angle	50°	37°
Ground clearance	210mm	226mm
Drivetrain	4×4	4×2 / 4×4
Low range transfercase	✅	✅
Brake locking differentials	Low-range transfer case	✅
Mechanical locking differential	❌	✅

• In the realm of off-road capability, the Thar boasts a superior approach angle compared to the Jimny. However, the Jimny gains an advantage with its shorter rear overhang, resulting in a better departure angle.
• The Thar’s relatively shorter wheelbase provides the benefit of a higher break-over angle, which will help it in navigating challenging terrains, safeguarding its underbody during off-road adventures.

Key Features

	Jimny	Thar
Headlamps	LED (Automatic)	Halogen
LED DRLs	✅	✅
Headlamp Washer	✅	❌
Front Fog Lamps	✅	✅
Wheels	15-inch Alloy	16/18-inch Alloy
Tailgate mounted spare wheel	✅	✅
Instrument Cluster	Analog with coloured MID	Analog with coloured MID
Sunroof	❌	❌
Height-Adjustable Driver’s Seat	❌	✅
Cruise Control	✅	✅
Steering Mounted Controls	✅	✅
Rear Defogger	✅	✅
Rear Wiper & Washer	✅	❌
Keyless Entry	✅	✅ (remote keyless entry)
Push Button Start	✅	❌
Automatic AC	✅	❌ (Manual)
ORVM Adjustment	Electrically	Electrically
Infotainment	9-inch	7-inch
Apple Carplay & Android Auto	✅ (Wireless)	✅
OTA Updates Support	✅	❌
Onboard Voice Assistant	✅	❌
Connected Car Tech With Remote Contol Functionality	✅	❌
Day/Night IRVM	✅	✅
No of Airbags	6	2
Rear Camera	✅	✅
ESC	✅	✅
Hill Hold Assist	✅	✅
Hill Descent Assist	✅	✅
Real-time Adventure Statistics	❌	✅
Tyre Direction Monitoring System	❌	✅
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	❌	✅
3-Point Seat Belts For Rear Passengers	✅	✅

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The Jimny surpasses the Thar in terms of comfort, convenience and safety features by offering automatic LED headlamps, an auto climate control system, a larger touchscreen system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, connected car technology and six airbags. However, it misses out on a height-adjustable driver’s seat, tyre pressure & direction monitoring system and real-time adventure statistics, all of which are available in the Thar.

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Price

Maruti Suzuki Jimny	Rs 11-14 lakh (expected)
Mahindra Thar 1.5 Diesel	Rs 10.54 – 12.04 lakh
Mahindra Thar Petrol	Rs 13.49 – 16.10 lakh
Mahindra Thar 2.2 Diesel	Rs 14.44 – 16.78 lakh