Mahindra NOVO 655 DI PP 4WD V1 vs Sonalika Tiger DI 65 CRDS 2WD — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Mahindra NOVO 655 DI PP 4WD V1 (Price on request) and Sonalika Tiger DI 65 CRDS 2WD (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Mahindra NOVO 655 DI PP 4WD V1 Sonalika Tiger DI 65 CRDS 2WD
Aglist Score9.28.2
Engine HP64.165
Engine capacity—4,712
Cylinders44
Gearbox15F + 15R12F + 12R
Transmission typePartial synchromesh; SLIPTODouble clutch with IPTO
BrakesOil-immersedOil-immersed
SteeringPowerPower
Lifting capacity2,700 kg2,600 kg
Drive4WD2WD
Front tyre—7.50 x 16
Rear tyre16.9 x 28 / 16.9 x 30 optional16.9 x 28 / 16.9 x 30 optional

Aglist Score — broken down

Mahindra NOVO 655 DI PP 4WD V1Sonalika Tiger DI 65 CRDS 2WD
Power & performance—9.2
Hydraulics & implements9.38.5
Build & durability8.47.2
Comfort & usability108.1
Warranty & service reach9.58

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Mahindra NOVO 655 DI PP 4WD V1 (9.2/10) edges out the Sonalika Tiger DI 65 CRDS 2WD (8.2/10).

Mahindra NOVO 655 DI PP 4WD V1: Buyers with a verified heavy-implement requirement and a dealer able to document the exact NOVO configuration.

Sonalika Tiger DI 65 CRDS 2WD: Buyers comparing higher-output 2WD tractors for a documented attachment requirement and locally supported common-rail operation.

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