Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD vs Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD (₹ 4.63 Lakh – ₹ 4.78 Lakh) and Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD
Aglist Score6.8—
Price (ex-showroom)₹4,63,000—
Engine HP20—
PTO HP—12.4
Engine capacity1,366895
Cylinders21
GearboxSliding mesh, 8 Forward + 4 Reverse, single friction clutch plate8 Forward + 2 Reverse
Transmission typeSliding mesh, 8 Forward + 4 Reverse, single friction clutch plateSynchromesh main gears; sliding range gears (brochure)
BrakesOil immersed disc brakesOil-immersed brakes
SteeringPower steering, single drop armPower steering
Lifting capacity750 kg550 kg
Fuel tank22 litres—
Weight—905 kg
Wheelbase—1,580 mm
Drive4WD2WD
Warranty5 years—
Front tyre—5.25 x 14
Rear tyre—8.0 x 18 / 8.3 x 20: confirm option

Aglist Score — broken down

Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WDPowertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD
Value for money4.4—
Power & performance7.8—
Hydraulics & implements7.5—
Build & durability5.96.8
Comfort & usability8.16.8
Warranty & service reach97.5

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

Mahindra JIVO 225 DI 4WD: Sloping or damp orchard and vineyard rows, coconut and areca gardens, and hill terraces where a 2WD mini loses grip.

Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD: Buyers considering a small 2WD tractor for an approved low-power implement rather than assuming all mini tractors are equivalent.

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