SUV Comparison: Duster vs Creta

Last Updated on: 05 Oct 2026
The Mahindra Thar OG has three engine options on offer. There’s a 119hp, 300Nm, 1.5-litre diesel engine paired with a 6-speed manual that comes with RWD, a 152hp, 330Nm, 2.2-litre diesel paired with either a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox and offering RWD and 4x4 configurations. There's also a 162hp, 330Nm, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine mated with either a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox offering RWD and 4x4 configurations.
Engine 1947 cc - 2184 cc | Fuel Type Diesel, Petrol |
Transmission Manual, Torque Converter | Body Style SUV |
Seats 4 |
The 2026 Mahindra Thar OG engine options comprise 1.5-litre diesel, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol, and 2.2-litre diesel.
A 6-speed manual is offered only with the 1.5 diesel in RWD guise. The 2.2 diesel and 2.0 turbo-petrol offer a 6-speed automatic in RWD guise. 4x4 variants of the 2.2 diesel and 2.0 turbo-petrol are available with both manual and automatic gearboxes.
The Thar is underpinned by Mahindra’s M_Glyde 4G platform; it gets a rear Pentalink suspension with a Watts Link, frequency-dependent suspension (FDD). There’s also an electronically controlled differential and terrain modes to help with off-roading.
Safety features on top-spec trims include all-wheel disc brakes, six airbags, TPMS, tyre direction monitoring system, front parking sensors, and rear view camera. Other safety features include ABD and EBD, hill hold and descent control, traction control, ISOFIX mounts, and an airbag deactivation switch.
Engine Type | Turbocharged |
Engine Displacement | 2184 cc |
Number of Cylinders | 4 |
Engine Installation | Front |
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Diesel |
Gearbox Type | Torque Converter |
Number of Gears | 6 |
Drive Layout | Four Wheel Drive |
Lockable Differential/s | Yes |
Max Engine Power | 152 hp at 3750 rpm |
Max Engine Torque | 330 Nm at 1500 - 3000 rpm |
Fuel Supply System | Common Rail |
Emission Standard | Bharat Stage VI |
Terrain Modes | Yes |
Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone |
Front Springs | Coil Springs |
Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link rear suspension |
Rear Springs | Coil Springs |
Type of Power Assist | Electric |
Steering Adjust | Tilt |
Front Brakes | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc |
Wheel Size | 19 inches |
Front Tyre Size | 255/60 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/60 R19 |
Wheels | Machine finished alloys |
Spare Wheel | Full Size |
Length | 3995 mm |
Width | 1870 mm |
Height | 1855 mm |
Wheelbase | 2450 mm |
Ground Clearance | 232 mm |
Chassis Type | Ladder Frame |
Doors | 2 |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust | |
| Remote Locking | |
| Push Button Start | |
| Rear AC Vents | |
| Dead Pedal | |
| Power Windows | Front |
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | |
| Brake Assist (BA) | |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | |
| Electronic Stability Control | |
| Central Locking | |
| Hill Descent Control |
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | |
| Front Fog Lamps | |
| Outside rear view mirror (ORVM) | |
| Antenna |
| Speedometer | Analogue |
| Tachometer | Analogue |
| Trip Meter | |
| Head-up Display | |
| Seat Count | 4 |
| Seat Material | Leatherette |
| Bluetooth Audio Streaming | |
| Bluetooth Telephone Function | |
| Steering Audio Controls | |
| Steering Phone Controls | |
| Wireless Phone Charging | |
| Display | 10.25 -inch Touchscreen |
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