Mahindra Thar OG VS Volkswagen Taigun Comparison, Price, Features, Mileage
Papa said Mahindra Thar OG, friends said Volkswagen Taigun, and you are caught in the middle. Classic situation. End of the day check the actual specs and numbers yourself and make your own call. The table below has everything clearly.
Key Highlights of Mahindra Thar OG Thar 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD vs Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport DSG
| Specification | Mahindra Thar OG Thar 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD | Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport DSG |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹10.32 Lakh | ₹19.30 Lakh |
| Engine | 1497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Max Power | 116.93bhp@3500rpm | 148bhp@5000-6000rpm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DSG Automatic |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 18.85 kmpl | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seater | 5 Seater |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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Mahindra Thar OG · Thar 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD
10.32 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹16,938/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
Volkswagen Taigun · GT Plus Sport DSG
19.30 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹31,678/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
Engine & Transmission
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| Engine | 1497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Type | 4 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder | 4 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | — | 18.85 kmpl |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 116.93bhp@3500rpm | 148bhp@5000-6000rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 300Nm@1750-2500rpm | 250Nm@1600-3500rpm |
| Emission Standard | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DSG Automatic |
Dimensions
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| Length *Width *Height | 3995 mm × 1870 mm × 1855 mm | 4221 mm × 1760 mm × 1612 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2651 mm |
Capacity
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| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 Litres | 50 Litres |
Suspension & Tyres
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| Front Suspension | Double wishbone suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link, Solid Axle | Rear twist beam |
| Additional Steering Features | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Steering | Electric | Electric |
| Tyres | 255/65 R18 Tubeless Highway Terrain | 205/55 R17 Radial Tubeless |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Wheels | 18 Inch | — |
Exterior
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| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| Spoiler | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Antenna | — | Shark Fin |
| Headlights | LED | LED |
| Automatic Headlamps | — | Yes |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
| Fog Lights | No | Rear |
Safety
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| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | No | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchor Points | Yes | Yes |
Comfort
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| Air Conditioner | Yes (with Rear Vents) | Yes (with Rear Vents) |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Front & Rear |
| Steering Adjustment | — | Height & Reach |
| Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM) | — | With Guidedlines |
| Keyless Start/ Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Charging Ports | Yes | Yes |
Braking
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| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control System (TC/TCS) | — | Yes |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | — |
Security
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| Engine Immobiliser | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
Windows & Mirrors
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| Power Windows | Front Only | Front & Rear |
| ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Manual | Powered & Folding |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | No | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Entertainment
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| Infotainment Screen | No | Yes |
| Audio System | No | 6 Front & Rear |
| USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | No | Yes |
| Smart Connectivity | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Seats & Upholstery
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| Seat Upholstery | Vinyl | Leatherette |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | — | Yes |
| Split Rear Seat | 50:50 Split | 60:40 Split |
Colours
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| Available Colours | Everest White Galaxy Grey Stealth Black Jeans Blue Battleship Gray Deep Forest Tango Red Artemis Silver | Wild Cherry Red Candy White Reflex Silver Carbon Steel Grey Rising Blue Metallic Wild Cherry Red Metallic Lava Blue Metallic Carban Steel Matte Carbon Steel Grey Metallic Deep Black Pearl Steel Grey Avocado Pearl Effect Reflex Silver Metallic |
Compare Variants of Mahindra Thar OG
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Thar 1.5L AXT Diesel RWD
10.32 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹16,938/mo · 20% down · 5yr
manual
Diesel
Key Features
- 6 Airbags
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Push Button Start
- Parking Sensors
Mahindra Thar OG comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |  |  |  |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 / 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 1497 cc - 1997 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 1498 cc - 999 cc | 2499 cc | - |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel | Electric |
| Max Power | 116.93 bhp - 159.58 bhp | 99 bhp - 161 bhp | 98.63 bhp - 160.77 bhp | 147.51 bhp - 114 bhp | 77.77 bhp | 169 bhp |
| Mileage | 9 kmpl | 17.75 - 19.41 kmpl | 17.8 - 19.4 kmpl | 18.72 - 19.76 kmpl | - | - |
| Boot Space | - | 518 Litres | 518 Litres | 385 Litres | - | - |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 6 |
Compare Variants of Volkswagen Taigun
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GT Plus Sport DSG
19.30 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹31,678/mo · 20% down · 5yr
18.85 kmpl
automatic
Petrol
Key Features
- Sunroof
- 6 Airbags
- Wireless Charger
- Ventilated Seats
- CarPlay / Android Auto
Volkswagen Taigun comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |  | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 7 / 6 | 7 / 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Engine | 1498 cc - 999 cc | 1498 cc - 999 cc | 1497 cc - 1997 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 2499 cc |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel |
| Max Power | 148 bhp - 114 bhp | 147.51 bhp - 114 bhp | 116.93 bhp - 159.58 bhp | 99 bhp - 161 bhp | 98.63 bhp - 160.77 bhp | 77.77 bhp |
| Mileage | 18.85 - 19.98 kmpl | 18.72 - 19.76 kmpl | 9 kmpl | 17.75 - 19.41 kmpl | 17.8 - 19.4 kmpl | - |
| Boot Space | 385 Litres | 385 Litres | - | 518 Litres | 518 Litres | - |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
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