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Mahindra Thar vs Kia Sonet Comparison

Mahindra Thar

Mahindra

Thar

AX Opt 4-Str Hard Top Diesel RWD

Kia Sonet

Kia

Sonet

HTE Smartstream G1.2 (Petrol)

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Price
₹11.5Lakh
Price
₹8.0Lakh
Seating Up to
4
Seating Up to
5
Safety Rating
4
Safety Rating
Data Unavailable
Mileage
15.2kmpl
Mileage
18.8kmpl
Engine
1497cc
Engine
1197cc
Fuel
diesel
Fuel
petrol
Transmission
manual
Transmission
manual
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Here’s a detailed comparison between the Mahindra Thar and Kia Sonet. If you're looking to compare cars based on features, engine specifications and dimensions to price and mileage, this guide will help you make an informed decision between the two new cars. The Mahindra Thar price starts at an ex-showroom price of ₹11.50 lakh for the lowest AX Opt 4-Str Hard Top Diesel RWD variant and goes up to ₹17.60 lakh for the top-spec Earth Edition Diesel AT variant. The Kia Sonet on the other hand, starts at ₹8.00 lakh for the HTE Smartstream G1.2 (Petrol) and goes up to ₹15.74 lakh for the GTX+ 1.5l CRDi (Diesel) VGT AT variant.

 

The Mahindra Thar is a SUV with a seating capacity of 4 and a length of 3985 mm. It is available in 17 different variants. The Thar offers a boot space of 600 litres and comes with Manual & Automatic option(s). It is available in Diesel & Petrol variant(s).

 

Mahindra Thar is offered in a variety of colours, including Desert Fury, Rage Red, Everest White, Deep Forest, Napoli Black & Deep Grey.

 

The Kia Sonet is a SUV with a seating capacity of 5 and a length of  3995 mm. It is available in 15 different variants. The Sonet offers a boot space of 385 litres and comes with Manual & Automatic transmission option(s). It is available in Petrol & Diesel variant(s).

 

Kia Sonet is offered in a variety of colours, including Gravity Grey, Imperial Blue, Gacier White Pearl, Glacier White with Aurora Black Pearl, Intense Red with Aurora Black Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Pewter Olive, Sparkling Silver & Intense Red.

 

Key Differences: Mahindra Thar vs Kia Sonet

Key DifferencesMahindra TharKia Sonet
Base Model Price₹11.50 lakh (Ex-Showroom)₹8.00 lakh (Ex-Showroom)
Top Model Price₹17.60 lakh (Ex-Showroom)₹15.74 lakh (Ex-Showroom)
Seating Capacity45
Total Variants1715
Boot Space600 litres385 litres
Fuel TypeDiesel & PetrolPetrol & Diesel
Length3985 mm3995 mm

 

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Mahindra Thar user reviews

4.3 out of 5

Interiors

4.1

Looks

4.6

Fuel Economy

4.2

Comfort

4.2
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Auto Enthusiast

4.0 | On 17 Jul 2025

Of all the cars in India, my most favorite is the one from Mahindra Thar because of its rugged stability and the real off road vehicle from my past experience where I used to drove

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Auto Enthusiast

4.5 | On 17 Jul 2025

Mahindra Thar. Its a car for those who value bold styling, off-road capability, and a sense of adventure. Whether cruising through city streets or climbing mountain trails, the Thar delivers a driving experience that’s both

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Kia Sonet user reviews

4.6 out of 5

Interiors

4.7

Looks

4.8

Fuel Economy

4.5

Comfort

4.6
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Auto Enthusiast

4.9 | On 17 Jul 2025

My favourite car would be the Kia Sonet. It might not be the biggest or the most expensive SUV out there, but it just feels like the perfect all-rounder for someone like me. The design

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Ashish

4.2 | On 15 Jul 2025

when i think to have a car, first and very important thing come in mind that is safety and comfort, as we keep travelling. i am driving currently Kia Sonet and i am super satisfied

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