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Mahindra Thar

SUV 4 Seater Diesel, Petrol

₹ 10.00 Lakh – 17.62 Lakh

Engine 1497 / 1997 / 2184 cc

Power 117–150 bhp

Transmission Manual & Automatic

Mileage 15 kmpl

Safety 4 Star (Global NCAP)

About the Mahindra Thar

Mahindra's iconic off-roader — a body-on-frame 4x4 with 117 bhp diesel and turbo-petrol options, from ₹10.00 lakh.

The Mahindra Thar is a lifestyle off-road SUV in the classic Jeep-derived mould, built on a body-on-frame chassis with available four-wheel drive and low-range gearing for genuine trail ability. It is offered with a 1.5-litre diesel producing 117 bhp at 3500 rpm and 300 Nm, alongside a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and a larger diesel, with manual and automatic gearboxes.

Key Highlights

Key Facts

₹10.00 L

Ex-showroom

117–150 bhp

Max power

15.2 kmpl

Mileage

4 Seater

Seating

Diesel

Fuel

Main Points

117–150 bhp diesel and petrol engines, 300–320 Nm torque
15.2 kmpl ARAI mileage across fuel options
4-Star Global NCAP rating with 2 airbags
Part-time 4WD for serious off-road capability
6-speed manual and automatic transmission choices
Iconic open-top SUV design, 4-seater layout
Rugged ladder-frame chassis built for Indian terrain

In Pictures

Iconic front profile with round headlamps and body-coloured grille

Mahindra Thar — Hard top with retro LED tail lamps and tailgate-mounted spare wheel — Hard top with retro LED tail lamps and tailgate-mounted spare wheel

Mahindra Thar — Personalised with genuine Mahindra accessories, from styling add-ons to red-accented alloys — Personalised with genuine Mahindra accessories, from styling add-ons to red-accented alloys

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The Verdict

Rugged SUV with raw capability, limited on comfort

SUV · ₹10.00–17.62 lakh · Diesel · Petrol

7.5/10

Worth considering

MWE Score · segment-relative

✓Worth considering

⛽

Diesel · Petrol

Fuel

⚙️

1497–2184 cc

Engine

🏁

117–150 bhp

Power

🔧

300–320 Nm

Torque

🛞

RWD · 4WD (Part-Time)

Drivetrain

📈

15.2

kmpl ARAI

🧳

— · 4

Boot · Seats

🛡️

2 airbags

NCAP 4★

“The Thar is a genuine off-roader built for adventure seekers willing to trade creature comforts for mechanical robustness. With 150 bhp, 320 Nm torque, and four-star NCAP safety, it delivers where it matters for its segment. However, spartan interiors, minimal tech, and no ADAS mean this is a purposeful machine, not a daily luxury solution.

320 NmClass-leading torque for real-world traction needs

MW MyWheels Expert Desk

How the score breaks down — weighted across 6 dimensions, scored against the segment set

Powertrain8.3/10

Tech & Features7.2/10

Safety7.8/10

Comfort & Space7.0/10

Efficiency7.3/10

Value7.0/10

✓Stands out

Strong 320 Nm torque for traction and payload
Four-star NCAP crash protection with dual airbags
Proven 150 bhp engine with dual fuel flexibility
True off-road capability with rugged construction
Competitive ₹10 lakh starting price point

!Gives us pause

Only 4-seat layout limits passenger versatility
Minimal tech—just one feature makes driving basic
No ADAS safety aids despite modern expectations
Sparse interior comfort, no ventilated seats or sunroof
15.2 kmpl efficiency typical for this class

Best suited for

Off-road enthusiastGreat fitBudget SUV buyerDepends on trimUrban comfort seekerLook elsewherePractical fleet ownerGreat fit

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Variants & Prices 7 variants

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Variants On-Road Price

AXT

Diesel 6-Speed Manual 1.5L Diesel

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LXT

Diesel 6-Speed Manual 1.5L Diesel

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Petrol 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic 2.0L Petrol

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Petrol 6-Speed Manual 2.0L Petrol

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Diesel 6-Speed Manual 2.2L Diesel

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Petrol 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic 2.0L Petrol

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Diesel 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic 2.2L Diesel

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Available Colours

Stealth Black

Mahindra Thar Specifications

Engine · Diesel

Engine	D117 CRDe
Displacement	1497 cc
Max Power	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Transmission	6MT
Mileage (ARAI)	15.2 kmpl

Engine · Petrol

Engine	mStallion 150 TGDi
Displacement	1997 cc
Max Power	150 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque	320 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm
Transmission	6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic / 6MT
Mileage (ARAI)	15.2 kmpl

Engine · Diesel

Engine	mHawk 130 CRDe
Displacement	2184 cc
Max Power	130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Max Torque	300 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
Transmission	6MT / 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
Mileage (ARAI)	15.2 kmpl

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Engine & Transmission

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Engine Type	D117 CRDe	D117 CRDe / mStallion 150 TGDi / mHawk 130 CRDe
Displacement	1497	1497–2184 cc
Cylinder Nos. Layout	4 Cylinder	4 Cylinder
Max Engine Power	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm	117–150 bhp
Max Engine Torque	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm	300–320 Nm
Transmission Type	6-Speed Manual	6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
No of Gears	6	6
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD / 4WD (Part-Time)
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel / Petrol
ARAI (Mileage)	15.2 kmpl	15.2 kmpl
Water Wading Capacity (mm)	650	650
Fuel System (Fuel Delivery)	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDe)	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDe) / TGDi (Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection)
DEF (AdBlue) Tank Capacity	20 L (CRDe only)	20 L (CRDe only)
Four-Wheel-Drive	No (Rear Wheel Drive)	No (Rear Wheel Drive) / Manual Shift Part-Time 4WD with High & Low Reduction Gear
Front Axle	NA	NA / Semi-Floating with 4.3:1 Final Drive
Rear Axle	Banjo beam with 4.88:1 Final Drive	Banjo beam with 4.88:1 Final Drive / Banjo beam with 4.3:1 Final Drive
Electronic Brake Locking Differential	Yes (for RWD)	Yes (for RWD)
Hub Lock	–	Automatic
Electric Driveline Disconnect	–	Yes (Front Axle)
Advanced Electronic Brake Locking Differential	–	✓
Mechanical Locking Differential	–	✓

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Front Suspension	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar	Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake	303 mm Disc	303 mm Disc
Rear Brake	282 mm Drum	282 mm Drum
Brakes	Vacuum Assisted Dual Hydraulic Circuit with Tandem Master Cylinder	Vacuum Assisted Dual Hydraulic Circuit with Tandem Master Cylinder
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	Yes (with Rollover Mitigation)	Yes (with Rollover Mitigation)
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	Yes (with EBD & Brake Assist)	Yes (with EBD & Brake Assist)
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)	✓	✓
BA (Brake Assist)	✓	✓
TC/TCS (Traction Control System)	✓	✓

Wheels & Tyres

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Tailgate-mounted full-size spare	Tailgate-mounted full-size spare
Wheels	R16 Steel Wheels	R18 Deep Silver Alloy Wheels with Thar Branding
Front Tyres	245/75 R16 Tubeless All-Terrain	255/65 R18 Tubeless (HT for RWD / AT for 4WD)
Rear Tyres	245/75 R16 Tubeless All-Terrain	255/65 R18 Tubeless (HT for RWD / AT for 4WD)

Dimensions & Capacity

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Fuel Tank Capacity	45	45–57 litres
Length	3985 mm	3985 mm
Width	1820 mm	1820 mm
Height	1850 mm	1850–1855 mm
Wheelbase	2450 mm	2450 mm
Ground Clearance (unladen)	226 mm	226 mm
Seating Capacity	4	4
Doors	3	3

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged

Airbags & Passive Safety

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
NCAP Rating	4 Star (Global NCAP)	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Hill-start Assist Control	✓	✓
Airbags	2 (Dual Front)	2 (Dual Front)
Child Seat Anchor Points	ISOFIX (rear)	ISOFIX (rear)
Roll Cage	✓	✓
Seatbelts — 3 Point seat belts (all seats)	Yes (rear passengers)	Yes (rear passengers)
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch	✓	✓

ADAS & Active Safety

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
ROM (Rollover Mitigation)	✓	✓
Panic Braking Signal	✓	✓
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	–	Yes (Tyretronics — incl. spare)

Comfort & Climate

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Track Front/Rear	1520 / 1520 mm	1520 / 1520 mm
Approach/Departure Angle	41.2° / 36°	41.2° / 36°
Ramp Breakover Angle	26.2°	26.2°
Rear AC Vents	✓	✓
Co-Driver Grab Handle	Dashboard grab handle (front passenger)	Dashboard grab handle (front passenger)
Air Conditioner Control	Manual HVAC	Electrically Operated HVAC Controls

Seating & Upholstery

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Seat Upholstery	Vinyl	Fabric
Tip & Slide Co-Driver Seat	✓	✓
Split Rear Seat	50:50 split (front-facing)	50:50 split (front-facing)
Reclining Rear Seats	Yes (adjustable headrests)	Yes (adjustable headrests)
Height Adjustable Seat	Driver	Driver
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest	–	Yes (AT only)

Infotainment & Connectivity

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Charging Ports — Power outlet	12V Accessory Socket	12V Accessory Socket
Antenna	–	Fender-mounted Radio Antenna
Touch-screen Display	–	HD 26.03 cm Touchscreen Infotainment
Infotainment (Front)	–	HD 26.03 cm Touchscreen with USB
Android Auto	–	Wired + Wireless
Apple CarPlay	–	Wired
Speakers	–	4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters

Instrument Cluster

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Instrument Cluster Screen	Monochrome MID	Coloured TFT Multi-Information Display
Adventure Statistics	–	Gen II (Altimeter, Compass, Roll & Pitch meter)
Tyre Direction Monitoring System	–	✓

Lighting

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Taillights	LED	LED
Interior Lamps — Room lamp	Centre Roof Lamp	Centre Roof Lamp
Illuminated Key Ring	✓	✓
One-Touch Turn Signal	✓	✓
Fog Lights	–	Front
Follow Me Home Headlamps	–	Follow-Me-Home & Lead-Me-To-Thar Lamps

Exterior & Styling

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Hard Top	✓	✓
Bonnet Latches	✓	✓
Wheel Arch Cladding	✓	✓
Integrated Side step	Tubular Steel	Moulded
Central Locking	Remote	Remote
Rear Defogger	✓	✓
iRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror)	Manual Day-Night	Manual Day-Night
Internally Opening Fuel Lid	✓	✓
Power Windows	Front	Front (Express Up/Down)
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Manual adjust	Electric adjust
Washable Floor with Drain Plugs	✓	✓
Tow Hooks	Welded, Front & Rear	Welded, Front & Rear
Tow Hitch Protection	✓	✓
Dual Tone Bumpers	–	✓
Rear Wiper	–	Yes (Rear Wiper + Washer)
Speed Sensing Door Lock	–	✓

Driver Assistance & Parking

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Keyless Entry (Remote Central Locking)	Remote Flip Key	Remote Flip Key
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	–	✓
Parking Aid	–	Rear View Camera

Steering & Controls

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Steering	Rack & Pinion Hydraulic Power Steering	Rack & Pinion Hydraulic Power Steering
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls	–	Audio & Phone

Storage

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Lockable Glovebox	✓	✓
Bottle Holder in Doors	Front	Front
Tool Kit Organiser	✓	✓
Co-Driver Backrest Utility Hook	–	✓

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
Seat Belt Warning	✓	✓
Overspeed Warning	✓	✓

Variant	AXT Diesel	LXT Diesel · Petrol
A Pillar Entry Assist Handle	✓	✓

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Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

✓Multiple fuel options (Diesel, Petrol)
✓Automatic transmission available
✓Wide variant choice (7 versions)
✓Good colour choice (6 options)
✓Competitive ARAI mileage (15 kmpl)
✓Strong power output (up to 150 bhp)

✕ Cons

✕No electric variant
✕Top variants get expensive

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Frequently Asked Questions — Mahindra Thar

1 What is the price of the Mahindra Thar?

The Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹ 10.00 Lakh – 17.62 Lakh (ex-showroom). The on-road price varies by city depending on RTO charges and insurance.

2 How many variants does the Mahindra Thar have?

The Mahindra Thar is available in 7 variants across 2 trims (AXT, LXT).

3 What fuel options are available in the Mahindra Thar?

The Mahindra Thar is offered with Petrol, Diesel powertrains.

4 Is the Mahindra Thar available with an automatic transmission?

Yes, the Mahindra Thar offers automatic transmission options (6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic).

5 How many people can the Mahindra Thar seat?

The Mahindra Thar is a 4-seater SUV.

6 What colours is the Mahindra Thar available in?

The Mahindra Thar is available in 6 colours: Stealth Black, Everest White, Tango Red, Battleship Grey, Deep Forest, Galaxy Grey.

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Mahindra Thar

₹ 10.00 Lakh – 17.62 Lakh

Mahindra Thar

About the Mahindra Thar

Key Highlights

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Rugged SUV with raw capability, limited on comfort

How the score breaks down — weighted across 6 dimensions, scored against the segment set

✓Stands out

!Gives us pause

Best suited for

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