Mahindra Thar vs Volkswagen Taigun

Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs. 14.09 Lakh which is Rs. 2.39 Lakh costlier than base model of Volkswagen Taigun priced at Rs. 11.69 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Mahindra Thar (Diesel Model) is 10 kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Volkswagen Taigun (Petrol Model) is 19.01 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Mahindra Thar (Top Model) is powered by 1497 cc engine , while Volkswagen Taigun (Top Model) is powered by 999 cc engine. The Comparison Mahindra Thar Earth Edition Diesel AT vs Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 GT Plus Edge Sport Matte DSG can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Thar vs Taigun

Key Highlights Thar Earth Edition Diesel ATTaigun 1.5 GT Plus Edge Sport Matte DSG
Engine Type mHawk 130 CRDe 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Max Power 130.07bhp@3750rpm 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 19.01 Kmpl
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Basic Info Mahindra Thar Earth Edition Diesel ATVolkswagen Taigun 1.5 GT Plus Edge Sport Matte DSG
Rating
287 reviews
96 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Volkswagen
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.60 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 19.99 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2184 cc 1498 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 130.07bhp@3750rpm 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed AT 7-Speed DSG
Drive Type 4WD FWD
Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Volkswagen Taigun Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 19.01 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/65 R18 205/55 R17
Boot Space ... 385 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver and Passenger Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 34,046 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 38,687 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 35,621 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 97,093 Thar Insurance Rs. 86,356 Taigun Insurance
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Engine Type
mHawk 130 CRDe
1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Engine Displacement
2184 cc
1498 cc
Max Power
130.07bhp@3750rpm
147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque
300Nm@1600-2800rpm
250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed AT
7-Speed DSG
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
TSI
Kerb Weight
...
1314 Kg
Turbo Charger

20-80 kmph (kickdown)
...
6.08 s
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
38.80 Meters
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
24.35 Meters
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
57 Liters
50 Liters
Top Speed
...
150 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
19.01 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
9 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
10 kmpl
...

Suspension Front
2
Suspension Rear
3
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.05 m
Tyre Size
255/65 R18
205/55 R17
Tyre Type
Tubeless All-Terrai
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Dashboard Grab Handle For Front passenger,MID Display in Instrument Cluster (Coloured),Adventure Statistics,Decorative Vin Plate (Individual to Thar Earth Edition),Headrest (Embossed Dune Design),Stiching ( Beige Stitching elements & Earth branding),Thar branding on door pads (Desert Fury Coloured),Twin Peak logo on Steering ( Dark Chrome),Steering Wheel elements (Desert Fury Coloured),AC Vents (Dual Tone),HVAC housing (Piano black),Center gear Console & Cup Holder accents (Dark Chrome)
GT branding on front grill, GT branding at rear, Chrome plaquette on the front fender with GT branding,Seat upholstery GT - partial leatherette with Wild Cherry Red stitching,Center armrest in Leatherette, front, Laser red ambient lighting, GT welcome message on infotainment, Alu pedals, Red painted brake calliper in front, Dual tone exterior with roof painted in Carbon Steel Grey, Premium dual tone interior, High quality scratch-resistant dashboard, Amur Grey or Dark Red Glossy and Carbon Pattern décor inserts, Chrome accent on air vents slider, Chrome accent on air vents frame, Leatherette + Fabric seat upholstery, Driver side foot rest, Driver side sunvisor with ticket holder, Passenger side sunvisor with vanity mirror, Foldable roof grab handles, front, Foldable roof grab handles with hooks, rear, Ambient light pack: LEDs for door panel switches, front and rear reading lamps, Luggag
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
4
5
Doors
3
5
Boot Space
...
385 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Hard Top,All-Black Bumpers,Bonnet Latches,Wheel Arch Cladding,Side Foot Steps (Moulded),Fender-mounted Radio Antenna,Tailgate mounted Spare Wheel,Illuminated Key Ring,Body Colour (Satin Matte Desert Fury Colour),ORVMs Inserts (Desert Fury Coloured),Vertical slats on the Front grille (Desert Fury Coloured),Mahindra Wordmark (Matte Black),Thar branding (Matte Black),4x4 badging (Matte black With red accents),Automatic badging (Matte black With red accents),Gear Knob accents (Dark Chrome)
3D Chrome step grille, Chrome applique on door handles, Chrome garnish on window bottom line, Dual tone exterior with Carbon Steel roof, Signature Trapezoidal chrome wing, front, Chrome strip on grille - upper, Chrome strip on grille - lower, Front diffuser Silver painted, Muscular elevated bonnet with chiseled lines, Sharp dual shoulder lines, Functional roof rails, Silver, Side cladding, grained, Body coloured door mirrors housing with LED indicators, Body coloured door handles, Rear diffuser Silver painted, Signature Trapezoidal chrome wing, rearf
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
3985*1820*1855 mm3
4221*1760*1612 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
226 mm
188 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Tip & Slide Mechanism in Co-Driver Seat,Reclining Mechanism,Lockable Glovebox,Electrically Operated HVAC Controls,SMS Read Out
Engine Idle Start/Stop, Multi-Function Steering with audio and call control, Adjustable dual rear AC Vents, Front seats back pocket (both sides), Smart storage - bottle holder with easy open mat, Height adjustable head restraints, Smart touch Climatronic AC, Auto dimming IRVM, KESSY - Push button start stop
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
...
With Storage
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
...
Valet mode,ygicTM navigation, offline, GaanaTM, Booking.comTM, AudiobooksTM, 25.65 cm VW Play Touchscreen infotainment with Apps
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
...
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
4
6
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
50:50 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
...

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Airbags
Driver and Passenger
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
2
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Front Axle ( Semi-Floating With 4.3:1 Final Drive),Rear Axle ( Banjo Beam With 4.3:1 Final Drive),Hub Lock ( Automatic ),Brake Specification (Vaccum Assisted Dual Hydraulic Circuit with tandem Master Cylinder),Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (litre)-20(Applicable Only For CRDe Engine),Tool Kit Organiser,Electric Driveline Disconnect on Front Axle,Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differentail,Mechanical Locking Differential ( mHawk 130 only),Washable Floor With Drain Plugs,Welded Tow Hooks In Front & Rear,Tow Hitch Protection,Tyre Direction Monitoring System,Roll-Over Mitigation,Roll Cage,3-Point Seat Belts For Rear Passengers,Panic Braking Signal,Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
Active Cylinder Technology, Engine idle Start/Stop, Curtain Airbag, Multi-collison brakes (MCB), Anti-slip regulation (ASR), Brake disc wiping, Electronic differential lock system, All seats with 3-point seat belts, Seat belt reminder (Driver and Co-dr), 5 headrest (for all passengers), Engine immobiliser with floating code system, Speed alert system, Parking sensors, rear, Reversing camera with static guidelines, ISOFIX child seat anchorage, rear 2x, Rain and Light sensor, Tyre Pressure Deflation Warning, Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, Auto coming / leaving home lights
Child Safety Lock
...
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Both
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
...
3

Over Speeding Alert
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra Thar
  • Looks modern with tweaked styling and improved interiors. Drivetrain includes petrol
  • diesel and automatic options. 4x4 is standard. Washable interiors are a nice touch. New RWD variant drops the entry price.
Volkswagen Taigun
  • Punchy petrol engines deliver good performance
  • comfortable interior for 4 occupants
  • enjoyable driving experience for enthusiasts
  • proven crash safety rating of 5/5 stars from Global NCAP
Mahindra Thar
  • Mechanical rear locking differential only on the AX (Adventure) trim.
Volkswagen Taigun
  • Average interior fitment quality
  • not very fuel-efficient in heavy traffic use
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better, Volkswagen Taigun or Maruti Brezza?
  • Both cars are best in their own forte, The Maruti Suzuki Brezza maintenance the strong fundamentals of space, practicality, and comfort but now gets a stronger tech package, more safety features, and a better automatic transmission. But, it should’ve offered superior interior quality and more exciting drive options. On the other hand, Volkswagen Taigun looks just like a baby VW SUV and a classy one at that. In terms of build, it does feel a tad better than its key rival, the Creta, but falls short in fit and finish levels compared to the Polo and Vento. However, the features and safety equipment on offer are definitely a step up. The quality of features is excellent and the way the Taigun GT drives has to be the most impressive aspect of this entire package. Moreover, we would suggest you visit your nearest dealership and take a test drive. Click on the given link for dealership details and select your desired model and city: dealership.
Q. Which car is better Thar or Gurkha?
  • Thar
  • Both the cars are good in their forte. Thar looks modern with tweaked styling and improved interiors. The drivetrain includes petrol, diesel and automatic options. 4x4 is standard. Washable interiors are a nice touch. The Thar's appeal and promise to take you on great adventures is a big draw but living with it every day will still ask you to make many compromises. As a second car or for those who just need the utility of the 4x4 the Thar’s appeal is undeniable. On the other hand, Gurkha's old-school design, comfortable seating for four, pliant low-speed ride, surprisingly easy to drive in the city, and refined engine. Even when it comes to practicality it is spacious and has comfortable seating for four and unlike its main rival, the Mahindra Thar, it gets a proper boot. The engine is more refined than before, it is surprisingly easy to drive at city speeds, and the low-speed ride is very comfortable which makes it quite good for everyday commutes. But it doesn’t quite have the requisite dual personality which we’ve come to expect of modern cars. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more -Mahindra Thar Road Test Review: Has The Monster Been Tamed?.-2021 Force Gurkha first drive review: A good alternative to the Thar?.
Q. Which is better between Volkswagen Taigun and Volkswagen Virtus?
  • Both the cars are from different segments. Volkswagen Taigun is an SUV whereas Volkswagen Virtus is Sedan. The Virtus offers a strong balance of style, space, features, ride comfort, and performance. It has a classy design, spacious interior, intuitive infotainment package, and punchy petrol engines. On the other hand, Taigun isn't stepping up in terms of fit and finish, and although they will be delighted with all the knee room on offer, rear-seat width is still an issue as fitting three people in the back will be a squeeze. But if you look past this, the Volkswagen delivers, and how! It has a good amount of features, safety feature-wise too it feels sorted right from the base variant. The ride is comfortable enough and more importantly is fun to drive. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more -Volkswagen Virtus First Drive Review: Does The City Need To Sweat?..-Volkswagen Taigun First Drive Review: 10 Reasons Why It Lives Up To The Hype!.
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Mahindra Thar Vs Volkswagen Taigun FAQs

Which car is cheaper Mahindra Thar vs Volkswagen Taigun?
The Mahindra Thar is cheaper than Volkswagen Taigun by Rs. 2.39 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra Thar vs Volkswagen Taigun?
For the Earth Edition Diesel AT version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 130.07bhp@3750rpm of power and 300Nm@1600-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the 1.5 GT Plus Edge Sport Matte DSG version, 1498 cc Petrol engine of Taigun produces 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm of power and 250Nm@1600-3500rpm of torque

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