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One of the hottest launches of the country is the new Maruti Jimny. While the SUV has still to hit the roads, Maruti has released its specifications. The current small 4x4 market consists of the popular Mahindra Thar to name one. The Thar vs Jimny is a hotly debated topic. But now let us take a look at the various specifications of both the SUVs. Size and Dimensions : Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny The Mahindra Thar measures 3985 mm long, 1820-1855 mm wide and 1844-1896 mm high. In comparison, the Maruti Suzuki Jimny measures 3985 mm long, 1645 mm wide and 1720 mm tall. From this, we can understand that the Thar is wider and taller than the Jimny. Body Types comparison : Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny The Thar is available in 3 bodytypes - soft top, convertible soft top and hard top. This offers the customer the choice they require as per their wants and needs. In comparison, the Maruti Suzuki Jimny comes only in a single body type. Powertrain comparison : Mahindra Thar vs Maruti Suzuki Jimny The Mahindra Thar is offered with 3 engine options - a - 1.5-litre diesel, a 2.2-liter diesel and a 2.0-litre turbo petrol. The 1.5-litre diesel is good for 117 BHP and 300 Nm of peak torque. This engine is offered in a rear wheel drive configuration with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The 2.2-litre diesel produces 130 BHP and 320 Nm of max torque. Mahindra pairs a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic with this motor. Further, 4x4 is standard with the 2.2 diesel. Finally, the 2.0-litre turbo petrol is good for 150 BHP and 320 Nm of torque. This is offered with a 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic in 4x4 avatar while the 4x2 comes with a 6-speed automatic box only. Meanwhile the Maruti Suzuki Jimny comes with a single 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. This is good for 103 BHP and 134.2 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. Suzuki’s allGrip four wheel drive tech is standard. Also Read - Maruti Suzuki Jimny EV could arrive in 2026.