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Exter vs Thar OG

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Hyundai

Exter

Exter
Price Range

₹5.81 lakh – ₹9.65 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Petrol / CNG • 19 TrimsOpen model
VS
Mahindra

Thar OG

Thar OG
Price Range

₹10.32 lakh – ₹18.99 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Diesel / Petrol • 15 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Thar OG takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in punchy performance. While Exter remains a capable contender, Thar OG offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Exter

83.1 PS

113.8 Nm

Thar OG

118.6 PS

300 Nm

Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹6.65 lakh(Exter lower)

HX3

1197 cc • Manual •

Ex-Showroom₹6.34 lakh

1.5L LXT Diesel RWD

1497 cc • Manual •

Ex-Showroom₹12.99 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Exter
Thar OG
Engine TypeDiffers
Exter:1197 cc
Thar OG:1497 cc, 1997 cc, 2184 cc
Max PowerDiffers
Exter:83.1 PS
Thar OG:118.6 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Exter:113.8 Nm
Thar OG:300 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Exter:Manual, AMT
Thar OG:Manual, Automatic
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Exter:Petrol, CNG
Thar OG:Diesel, Petrol
Exter
Thar OG
SeatingDiffers
Exter:5 seats
Thar OG:4 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Exter:—
Thar OG:232 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
Exter:391 litres
Thar OG:—
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Exter:37 litres
Thar OG:55 litres
Body Type
Exter:Compact SUV
Thar OG:Compact SUV
Exter
Thar OG
AirbagsDiffers
Exter:6
Thar OG:2
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.