Maruti Jimny and Mahindra Thar are the direct rivals in the affordable hardcore off-roading segment of our country.
In this video, we get to witness a headlight comparison test of the Maruti Jimny and Mahindra Thar. At this price point, both of these SUVs are renowned for their exceptional off-roading capabilities. The Jimny has garnered international acclaim for several decades, making it a highly recognized vehicle within the off-roading community. Meanwhile, the Thar has captivated Indian audiences for many years. Now, let’s delve into a detailed comparison to see how these two vehicles stack up against each other in this distinctive challenge.
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Maruti Jimny vs Mahindra Thar Headlight Test
This video has been uploaded by MRD Cars on YouTube. The YouTuber has parked the two SUVs side-by-side during the night time. They are in the middle of nowhere. Note that the Thar does not come with LED headlamps although it has LED tail lamps. On the other hand, the Jimny has LED projector headlamps and regular halogens as taillamps. Firstly, the YouTuber shows the throw of the light of Mahindra Thar. He tests it on low beam as well as high bean. In high beam, the light seems a bit scattered. On the other hand, the throw of the light of Jimy is quite uniform and long-ranged. We feel that it has the better light of the two.
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Specs Comparison
The Thar features a 2.0-litre mStallion direct-injection turbo engine in its petrol variant, delivering an impressive output of 150 hp and 320 Nm or a 2.2-litre turbo diesel making 130 hp and 320 Nm of peak power and torque respectively. These engines can be paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed Torque Converter automatic transmission. On the other hand, the Jimny is equipped with a single 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which produces a respectable 103 hp and 134 Nm of peak power and torque. The Jimny offers the choice between a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Thar has a 4×4 configuration on the higher trims while the Jimny has it across the segment.
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What We Think
Almost all modern cars above the entry-level segment come with LED headlamps these days. That is why it is a bit disappointing to see the Thar not get it. Also, the performance is reflected in this video as well. Nevertheless, we must mention that it’s not like you won’t be able to see anything in the night. Its halogen lamps are perfectly fine. As a matter of fact, a lot of vehicles on the road still use halogen headlamps. Therefore, we don’t reckon that it will be a deal breaker for anyone.
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