Mahindra Thar VS Volvo EX40 Comparison, Price, Features, Mileage
Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹17.63 Lakh and Volvo EX40 at ₹49.00 Lakh. The gap may look small on paper but the feature difference can be bigger than you expect. Check the table and see exactly what you are getting for each price.
Difference between Mahindra Thar vs Volvo EX40
Comparing top models: LXT 4WD Diesel AT vs E60 Plus. Volvo EX40's top variant is priced ₹31.37 Lakh higher. Key differences are in Max Power, Airbags, Parking Sensors and Transmission.
Max Power
LXT 4WD Diesel AT
130bhp@3750rpm
E60 Plus
237.99bhp
Airbags
LXT 4WD Diesel AT
2
E60 Plus
7
Parking Sensors
LXT 4WD Diesel AT
Rear
E60 Plus
Front & Rear
Transmission
LXT 4WD Diesel AT
6-Speed Automatic
E60 Plus
1-Speed Automatic
Key Highlights of Mahindra Thar vs Volvo EX40
| Specification | Mahindra Thar | Volvo EX40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹17.63 Lakh | ₹49.00 Lakh |
| Engine | 2184 cc | |
| Max Power | 130bhp@3750rpm | 237.99bhp |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 1-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 11 kmpl | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seater | 5 Seater |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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Mahindra Thar · LXT 4WD Diesel AT
17.63 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹28,937/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
Volvo EX40 · E60 Plus
49.00 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹80,425/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
Mahindra Thar vs Volvo EX40 EMI
Mahindra Thar EMI works out to ₹28,937 per month and Volvo EX40 EMI works out to ₹80,425 per month on a 60-month loan.
Engine & Transmission
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| Engine | 2184 cc | — |
| Engine Type | 4 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 11 kmpl | — |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 130bhp@3750rpm | 237.99bhp |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 300Nm@1600-2800rpm | 660Nm |
| Emission Standard | BS VI 2.0 | ZEV |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 1-Speed Automatic |
Dimensions & Capacity
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| Length *Width *Height | 3985 mm × 1820 mm × 1855 mm | 4425 mm × 1873 mm × 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2923 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 Litres | — |
Suspension & Brakes
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| Front Suspension | Double wishbone suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link, Solid Axle | Air suspension |
| Steering | Hydraulic | Electric |
| Additional Steering Features | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Tyres | 255/65 R18 Tubeless All-Terrain | F 235/50,R 255/45 Tubeless,Radial |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
Exterior
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| Spoiler | — | Yes |
| Antenna | Fender-mounted | — |
| Headlights | LED | LED |
| Automatic Headlamps | — | Yes |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Front | — |
Safety & Security
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| ADAS | — | Blind Spot Monitor |
| NCAP Rating | global ncap safety rating: 4 Star; global ncap child safety rating: 4 Star | — |
| Airbags | 2 | 7 |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchor Points | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
Comfort & Interior
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| Air Conditioner | Yes (with Rear Vents) | Yes (with Rear Vents) |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Assist | — | 360° Camera |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Front & Rear |
| Steering Adjustment | — | Yes |
| Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM) | With Guidedlines | — |
| Keyless Start/ Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Charging Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Split Rear Seat | 50:50 Split | 60:40 Split |
| Power Windows | Front Only | — |
| ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Powered | — |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Tech & Features
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| Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System | 4 Front & Rear | 8 Front & Rear |
| USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Connectivity | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Colours
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| Available Colours | Stealth Black Everest White Tango Red Battleship Grey Deep Forest Galaxy Grey Battleship Gray | Sand Dune Onyx Black Fjord Blue Crystal White Sage Green Cloud Blue |
Compare Variants of Mahindra Thar
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LXT 4WD Diesel AT
17.63 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹28,937/mo · 20% down · 5yr
11 kmpl
automatic
Diesel
Key Features
- 2 Airbags
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Push Button Start
- Cruise Control
- Yes Screen
Mahindra Thar comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |  |  |  |
Just Launched
24 Sep 2026
Mahindra Thar OG
Rs. 10.32 Lakh - 18.99 Lakh
Ex-Showroom
Compare |  |  |
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| Transmission | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 / 6 | 5 |
| Engine | 2184 cc - 1497 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 1497 cc - 1997 cc | 1498 cc - 999 cc | 2499 cc |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Diesel |
| Max Power | 130 bhp - 116.93 bhp | 98.63 bhp - 160.77 bhp | 99 bhp - 161 bhp | 116.93 bhp - 159.58 bhp | 147.51 bhp - 114 bhp | 77.77 bhp |
| Mileage | 9 - 11 kmpl | 17.8 - 19.4 kmpl | 17.75 - 19.41 kmpl | 9 kmpl | 18.72 - 19.76 kmpl | - |
| Boot Space | - | 518 Litres | 518 Litres | - | 385 Litres | - |
| Airbags | 2 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
Volvo EX40 comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |  |  |  |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 1 | CVT Automatic | 7 | CVT Automatic | 7 / 8 | 7 |
| Engine | - | 1498 cc | 1499 cc | 1993 cc | 1332 cc - 1950 cc | 1984 cc |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Max Power | 237.99 bhp | 161 bhp | 154.21 bhp | 181 bhp | 160.92 bhp - 187.74 bhp | 201 bhp |
| Mileage | - | 13.7 kmpl | 15.5 kmpl | 22.8 kmpl | 17.4 - 18.9 kmpl | 14.86 kmpl |
| Boot Space | 414 Litres | 177 Litres | 540 Litres | 380 Litres | 425 Litres | 281 Litres |
| Airbags | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 9 |
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